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DSM-IV-TR Hypomanic Episode
DSM-IV-TR Hypomanic Episode
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05/02/2010

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Term
Hypomanic Episode
Definition
A. A distinct period of persistently
elevated,
expansive,
or
irritable mood,

lasting throughout at least 4 days, that is clearly different from the usual non depressed mood.
Term
B. 3 (or more) of the following

(4 if the mood is only irritable)

SAME AS MANIA
Definition
(1) grandiosity

(2) decreased need for sleep

(3) more talkative /pressured

(4) flight of ideas/ racing thoughts

(5) distractibility

(6) increase goal-directed activity or psychomotor agitation

(7) excessive involvement in pleasurable activities that have a high potential for painful consequences (e.g., engaging in unrestrained buying sprees, sexual indiscretions, or foolish business investments)
Term
It's a change in functioning
Definition
*NOT severe enough

to cause marked impairment in social or occupational functioning, or to necessitate hospitalization, and there are no psychotic features
Term
not due to a substance or GMC
(e.g., hyperthyroidism).
Definition
Note: Hypomanic-like episodes th
at are clearly caused by somatic antidepressant treatment (e.g., medication, electroconvulsive therapy, light therapy) should not count toward a diagnosis of Bipolar II Disorder.
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