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Which is the most accurate statement about the lifetime prevalence rates for bipolar disorder in the United States?
 
  a. More men than women will be diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
  b. More women than men will be diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
  c. Almost twice as many women will receive this diagnosis.
  d. The rates for this disorder are the same for men and women.

Question 2

In a nearby town, two people had anxiety disorders in the past but not now. Three people developed anxiety disorders four or five years ago, and continue to have an anxiety disorder now. Six people developed anxiety disorders this year and continue to be
 
  be so diagnosed. Which of the following might an epidemiologist write in her report concerning the rate of mental disorders in this community?
 
  a. incidence (this year) = 5; lifetime prevalence = 6
  b. incidence (this year) = 6; lifetime prevalence = 11
  c. lifetime prevalence = 5; lifetime prevalence = 3
  d. lifetime prevalence = 5; incidence (this year) = 11


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: d.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b.


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