# 1.55
(1 pts.) Which of the following information led Dr. Tobin to conclude that Peter was suffering from bipolar disorder?
A) the fact that he reported having intense bouts of anxiety
B) the fact that he had recently been married and soon after was divorced
C) the fact that after he lost his job he experienced a psychotic episode
D) the fact that at the time he was in a period of elation but had previously experienced a period of depression
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To answer this question, we need to analyze the given information and find the one that led Dr. Tobin to conclude that Peter was suffering from bipolar disorder.
A) The fact that he reported having intense bouts of anxiety does not directly indicate bipolar disorder. Anxiety can be associated with various mental health conditions, so it is not a specific indicator for bipolar disorder.
B) The fact that Peter had recently been married and soon after was divorced does not directly indicate bipolar disorder either. While significant life events can trigger mental health issues, divorce alone is not conclusive evidence for bipolar disorder.
C) The fact that after he lost his job, Peter experienced a psychotic episode can be an indication of bipolar disorder, specifically during the depressive phase. Psychotic episodes can occur during severe depressive or manic episodes, which are characteristic of bipolar disorder.
D) The fact that at the time, Peter was in a period of elation but had previously experienced a period of depression is a strong indicator of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is characterized by cycling between episodes of mania (elation) and depression. This pattern aligns with the symptoms described in option D.
Based on the given information, option D is the most relevant to Dr. Tobin's conclusion, suggesting that Peter's condition is consistent with bipolar disorder.