George Fredric Handel composed his Massiah during three weeks of insense, creative energy. Many believe Handel suffered a mild form of: ____________?
Correct answer: D. bipolar disorder
- A. dysthymic disorder
- B. agoraphobia
- C. schizophrenia
- D. bipolar disorder
Explanation
A period of unusually intense energy, creativity, and productivity may reflect hypomania or mania, which belongs to the bipolar spectrum. Dysthymia describes persistent low mood, so it is the opposite pattern.
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