Mood Disorders
During the manic phase the individual will experience a low self esteem
false (high self-esteem)
Lithium is best at treating both manic and depressive episodes.
false (only manic)
unipolar depression is characterized by extreme anxiety and hallucinations
false (same symptoms as MDD)
major depression is required to be present in order to diagnose bipolar 1 and 2
False
Which of the following can trigger a bipolar mood disorder?
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors. (SSRIs) Stimulant drugs. Changes in circadian rhythm. Life stressors.
A mood disorder is a mental illness that causes the individual to have dramatic shifts in emotions, moods and energy levels
True
Individuals with family members who have bipolar disorders are ten times more likely to also have it
True
Mixed episodes the individual experiences symptoms of depression and mania simultaneously
True
rapid cycling bipolar disorder the individual has 4 or more episodes of depression and mania within one year.
True
talk therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy are not helpful in treating the manic episodes of bipolar disorder
True
