An Avoidable Tragedy - The Relationship of Premature Death and Serious Mental Illness

The debate has developed and the proposed offerings have been rightfully broadened but there's still a distance to go. Beyond all that and most fundamentally, the promotion of mental wellbeing and psychological therapies is a positive movement forward to improving society's functioning as a whole.
The key to treating Bipolar Disorder is the proper diagnosis. Diagnosing the disorder may not be easy because the symptoms are usually episodic. For this reason, it is essential that the patient has a comprehensive medical history is taken, as well as a complete physical exam. This is necessary to rule out any physical causes of the symptoms that may be causing these physical changes.
First, A detailed history of both physical and mental should be taken. Generally, depressed patients experience psychomotor retardation and have decreased activity. They have a decreased rate and volume of speech. Some may have delusions and hallucinations. Second, some may have a very pessimistic view of themselves and the world. A large majority of them may have tried suicide or at least thought about it.
Next, many patients suffer from the euphoric state. Where they may seem very excited and hyperactive. They are very engaging to talk to and may sometimes seem psychotic. They may have a very low tolerance level and seem to get irritable very easily. They have a difficult time concentrating on one topic and may have a bevy of ideas. The majority of manic patients have delusions of grandeur. Their judgment is greatly impaired.




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