PSYB32H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Bipolar Ii Disorder, Bipolar I Disorder, Psychomotor Agitation
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Mood disorders involve disabling disturbances in emotion, from the sadness of depression to the elation and irritability of mania. Associated with panic attacks, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction and personality disorders increase severity and result in poorer prognosis. Depression - an emotional state marked by great sadness and feelings of worthlessness and guilt. Withdrawal from others and loss of sleep, appetite, sexual desire and interest and pleasure in usual activities. Difficulty paying attention speak slowly, after long pauses, using few words and a low monotonous voice prefer to fit alone and remain silent/agitated and cannot sit still. Pace, wring their hands, continually sigh and moan, or complain. When confronted with a problem, no ideas for its solution occur to them to them; head feels heavy may neglect personal hygiene and appearance and make numerous complaints of somatic symptoms with no apparent physical basis.
