Manic episodes


 Mood disorders
Depression
Manic episodes

Origin
A manic episode is a disorder of the mood. Its origin is similar to that of a depression.

Biological factors play an important role in the cause of a manic episode. Some people have a larger tendency to suffer from the disorder than others. But also psychic factors play a role

Symptoms
General characteristics of a manic episode are:
  • The patient is abnormally busy or excited.
  • During a busy period the patient has the feeling that he can do anything.
  • The patient has a reduced need for sleep.
  • The patient is extremely talkative.
  • The patients thoughts are wild and chaotic.
  • The patient gets easily distracted.
  • The patient causes trouble in trying to do everything.
Treatment
It is important that people do not egg up the patient during the therapy. People should not enter into a discussion with the patient. It is important to set clear limits to what is allowed and what is not. The treatment resembles the treatment of a depression.

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