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Post a two-paragraph response to the following: Describe the psychological disorder you selected. Bipolar Disorder Explain how professionals identify psychological disorders. Bipolar Mood Disorders Three major types of BDs are described by the DSM-5 (APA, 2013). Bipolar I Disorder (BD I), which was previously known as manic-depression, is characterized by a single (or recurrent) manic episode. A depressive episode is not necessary but commonly present for the diagnosis of BD I. Bipolar II Disorder is characterized by single (or recurrent) Bipolar disorders are characterized by cycles of high energy and depression. [Photo: arghon] 404 Mood Disorders hypomanic episodes and depressive episodes. Another type of BD is cyclothymic disorder, characterized by numerous and alternating periods of hypomania and depression, lasting at least two years. To qualify for cyclothymic disorder, the periods of depression cannot meet full diagnostic criteria for an MDE; the person must experience symptoms at least half the time with no more than two consecutive symptom-free months; and the symptoms must cause significant distress or impairment What are some of the pros and cons of a person receiving an official diagnosis? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages to using the DSM? Provide an example from one of this week's resources to support your response. Need Assignment Help?