Bipolar I Disorder Flashcards

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Defining Characteristic

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A distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated or irritable mood, activity or energy, lasting at least one week and present most of the day every day.

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What separates it from similar disorders

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Requires both a manic and depressive episode

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Treatments

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No cure, mood stabilizers, DBT

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Likely to occur with

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GAD, ADHD, ED

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Causes

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Genetics, impulsivity, abused as a child, loss of social support

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Duration before diagnosed

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7-10 days followed by at least two weeks of a depressive episode

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