PSYC 4035 Study Guide - Psych, John Tukey, Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor
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Bipolar i - at least one episode of mania and depression. Bipolar ii - major depressive and hypomanic episodes. People with mixed bipolar disorder experience depression and mania at the same time. This leads to unpredictable behavior, such as crying while doing a favorite activity. It"s most common in people who develop bipolar disorder at a young age, particularly during adolescence. But some estimates suggest up to 70% of bipolar patients experience mixed episodes. People with bipolar i disorder have episodes of sustained mania and often have depressive episodes. People with bipolar ii have major depressive episodes with less severe mania; they experience hypomania, a less intense mood involving increased energy, racing thoughts, and a reduced need for sleep. During a manic phase, patients tend to feel euphoric and may believe they can accomplish anything. This can result in poor judgment, inflated self-esteem, high sex drive, confusion, insomnia, and a sense of racing thoughts.
