Mania Flashcards
1
Q
What are the features of mania?
A
DIG FASTER Distractability Irritability Grandiosity Flight of ideas Appetite decreased Sleep decreased Talkative Elevated mood Regular activities disrupted
2
Q
What is hypomania?
A
Less version of mania
Lasts <7 days, normally 3-4
Can be high functioning and does not impair functional capacity
No psychotic symptoms
3
Q
What is mania?
A
At least 7 days
Causes functional impairment to normal life
May present with psychotic symptoms
4
Q
What are the management options for conditions presenting with mania?
A
Antipsychotics
Mood stabilisers
ECT
5
Q
What antipsychotics are used for mania?
A
Olanzapine
Risiperidone
Quetiapine
6
Q
What mood stabilisers are used for mania?
A
Sodium valproate
Carbamazepine
Lithium
7
Q
What is the first line management of acute mania?
A
Carbamazepine