Mood Disorders Breakdown Flashcards
1
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How does Bipolar I differ from Bipolar II? Bipolar I involves full manic episodes; Bipolar II involves hypomanic episodes without full mania.
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2
Q
What are the hallmark features of a major depressive episode? Depressed mood or anhedonia + 4 or more symptoms such as sleep disturbance
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fatigue
3
Q
What is the difference between Cyclothymic Disorder and Bipolar Disorder? Cyclothymic Disorder involves chronic mood instability but does not meet full criteria for Bipolar I or II.
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4
Q
What are the most effective mood stabilizers for Bipolar Disorder? Lithium
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valproate
5
Q
Which antidepressants carry the highest risk for manic switching in Bipolar Disorder? SSRIs and SNRIs
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particularly when not combined with mood stabilizers.
