Each month, one week prior to the onset of her menstrual cycle, Melissa experiences mood swings, sudden tearfulness, feelings of hopelessness, irritability and negative thoughts about herself

These symptoms cause significant impairment in her functioning and lessen in severity within a few days following the onset of menses. Melissa is likely to be diagnosed with _____________.
a. dysthymic disorder c. cyclothymic disorder
b. premenstrual dysphoric disorder d. bipolar II disorder

B

Psychology

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McGraw posited that Johnny's ability in skating was a function of A. greater readiness B. greater recklessness C. lower center of gravity D. practice

Psychology

Alcoholics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, and Gamblers Anonymous are all examples of _____

a) family therapy. b) self-help groups. c) psychodynamic concepts. d) gestalt therapy.

Psychology