21 Questions
Which of the following is a characteristic of a manic episode?
Decreased need for sleep
Which of the following is a characteristic of a hypomanic episode?
Increased activity or energy
Which of the following is required for a diagnosis of bipolar I disorder?
At least one manic episode
Which neurotransmitters have been linked to bipolar disorder?
Serotonin and dopamine
What is the minimum duration of symptoms for cyclothymic disorder in adults?
Two years
Which symptoms can help distinguish between bipolar I disorder and ADHD in children and adolescents?
Decreased need for sleep and hypersexuality
Which psychosocial interventions are considered evidence-based for the treatment of bipolar disorder?
Psychoeducation and cognitive-behavior therapy
Which of the following is a characteristic of a major depressive episode?
Loss of interest or pleasure in most activities
Which of the following is required for a diagnosis of bipolar II disorder?
At least one hypomanic episode and at least one major depressive episode
Which of the following is a characteristic of a hypomanic episode?
Symptoms not severe enough to cause marked impairment in functioning
Which of the following symptoms are specific to manic episodes in adults?
Euphoric or elevated mood, increased self-esteem, thought acceleration, and decreased need for sleep
Which of the following statements is true about the heredity of bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder has a strong genetic component, with higher concordance rates in monozygotic twins compared to dizygotic twins
What is the most effective pharmacotherapy for 'classic bipolar disorder' characterized by low likelihood of mixed mood states and rapid cycling?
Lithium
What is the specifier provided by DSM-5-TR for bipolar disorder involving mood reactivity and at least two of the following: significant weight gain or increase in appetite, hypersomnia, leaden paralysis, interpersonal rejection sensitivity?
With atypical features
Which of the following is a characteristic of a manic episode?
Symptoms include inflated self-esteem or grandiosity
Which of the following is required for a diagnosis of bipolar I disorder?
At least one manic episode
What is the minimum duration of symptoms for cyclothymic disorder in adults?
At least two years
Which of the following is NOT a neurotransmitter linked to bipolar disorder?
GABA
Which of the following areas of the brain has NOT been found to have structural and functional abnormalities in bipolar disorder?
Cerebellum
Which of the following symptoms is NOT specific to manic episodes in youth 7 to 16 years of age?
Decreased need for sleep
Which of the following psychosocial interventions is NOT considered evidence-based for the treatment of bipolar disorder?
Psychoanalysis
Test your knowledge on diagnosing bipolar and depressive disorders by identifying the key symptoms and criteria for a manic episode. Challenge yourself to recognize the distinct characteristics and understand the importance of a client's current status and history in the diagnosis process.
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