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Understanding-Mania.pptx

Mania involves elevated mood and energy. Key features include inflated self-esteem, decreased sleep, and racing thoughts. Mania is a core symptom of bipolar disorder. It affects approximately 2.8% of U.S. adults each year. <br>This presentation enlightens about mania, its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Understanding-Mania.pptx

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  1. Understanding Mania Mania involves elevated mood and energy. Key features include inflated self-esteem, decreased sleep, and racing thoughts. Mania is a core symptom of bipolar disorder. It affects approximately 2.8% of U.S. adults each year. by benjamin taylor

  2. Symptoms and Diagnosis of Mania Mood Thought Process Cognitive Euphoria, irritability, grandiosity. Racing thoughts, flight of ideas. Distractibility, impaired judgment. Behavior Physical Diagnostic Criteria Increased activity, risk-taking, impulsivity. Decreased sleep, increased energy. Elevated mood lasting one week with increased activity.

  3. The Impact of Untreated Mania Severe Consequences Cognitive Impairment Can lead to hospitalization and legal issues. Results in long-term cognitive deficits. Increased Risk Social Isolation Higher risk of suicide attempts. Damages interpersonal relationships.

  4. Introduction to Medications for Mania Mood Stabilizers Antipsychotics Antidepressants (Used with caution) Mania Medication manage and stabilize manic episodes. Choices are tailored to individual needs. The goal is to reduce severity and prevent future occurrences.

  5. Mood Stabilizers for Mania Lithium Valproic Acid (Depakote) Lithium carbonate Prevents relapse; requires blood monitoring. Side effects: thirst, tremors, weight gain, and thyroid problems. Controls acute mania; requires blood monitoring. Side effects: nausea, vomiting, weight gain, and liver problems. Lamotrigine (Lamictal) Lamotrigine Helps prevent future episodes. Side effects: skin rash, headache, and dizziness.

  6. Antipsychotics for Mania Risperidone (Risperdal) 1 Olanzapine (Zyprexa) 2 Quetiapine (Seroquel) 3 Aripiprazole (Abilify) 4 Ziprasidone (Geodon) 5 Atypical antipsychotics rapidly control manic symptoms. They affect dopamine and serotonin receptors. Side effects include weight gain and metabolic changes.

  7. Treatment Strategies for Mania: A Comprehensive Approach Medication Adherence Psychotherapy CBT and IPSRT. Lifestyle Modifications Sleep, diet, exercise. Support Systems Family therapy and support groups.

  8. Living Well with Mania Continuous Monitoring 1 2 Education 3 Hope and Recovery Proactive strategies and long-term care are essential. Regular follow-ups adjust medications and monitor side effects. Understanding mania empowers effective management. With treatment and support, individuals lead fulfilling lives.

  9. Conclusion Mania is a complex condition requiring continuous care. Effective treatment combines medication with lifestyle adjustments. Ongoing support is key for long-term wellness. With proactive strategies, individuals can thrive. For more info on Mania, Visit: www.onlinegenericmedicine.com

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