N341 Exam 1 Bipolar Disorder Exam Questions with Complete Solutions

What are the two opposite poles that bipolar disorder is characterized by? - Answer-Depression and mania Swings back from severe depression to exaggerated euphoria or irritability What are some characteristics of mania? - Answer--happy -excited -optimistic -euphoric -energized -no sleep/eat -constant talking -feel powerful and important -take horrific chances -foolish activity (these can manifest in hypomania and mania) **intense mania occurs when people become psychotic: hearing voices (usually from God) What is the mortality rate for bipolar disorder? - Answer-*25-60% attempt suicide at least once *20% of deaths for bipolar population are a result of successful suicide List the three types of bipolar disorders in order of most severe to least severe. - Answer-1. Bipolar I - most severe, depression & mania 2. Bipolar II - profound depression & hypomania 3. Cyclothymic disorder - mild depression & hypomania Bipolar I disorder - Answer-Mood disorder characterized by at least one week-long manic episode that results in excessive activity and energy. Manic episodes may alternate with depressive episodes. Psychosis (hallucinations, delusions, and dramatically disturbed thoughts) may occur in severe mania. Presence of 3 of these behaviors constitutes manis: -extreme drive and energy -inflated sense of self-importance -drastically reduced sleep requirements -excessive talking and pressured speech -reduced sleep requirements -racing thoughts -distraction by environmental events