Nursing 2257Q/R/S/T Study Guide - Final Guide: Agoraphobia, Personality Disorder, Vasomotor
9 Feb 2012
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Bipolar disorder results from disturbances in brain regulating mood. Characterized by mood swings from depression to mania. At least one fully manic episode with periods of major depression, or mixed episodes. Experience periods of hypo-mania (increased levels of energy and impulsiveness) Never without hypomanic/depressive symptoms for more than two months. Bpii or cyclothymia may be misdiagnosed as depression alone. Usual age of onset is 15-30 years. Average age of onset between 21-30 years. Hospitalization rates increasing for bpd among women & men. Alterations between euphoria and irritable mood (lability) at least one week. Decreased need for sleep, increased energy, hyperactivity. Vegetative symptoms: fatigue or listlessness, sleep disturbances, and eating disturbances. Alcohol and/or drug abuse is used as strategy to self-medicate . Personal relationships, work, and finance may suffer as a result of mood swings. Without mood stabilizers, antidepressants may trigger mania in bipolar disorder.
