Asked by Monica Cervantes on Jun 13, 2024
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Robert repeatedly missed work during the last year. A year ago he became hyperactive, staying up for numerous nights working on projects that caught his interest. He gradually became quiet and withdrawn. Recently, Robert swallowed a large quantity of sedatives. He is probably suffering from __________.
A) bipolar disorder
B) schizophrenia
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder
D) conversion disorder
E) none of the above
Bipolar Disorder
A psychological disorder defined by significant fluctuations in mood, ranging from manic or hypomanic peaks to depressive troughs.
Hyperactive
Characterized by abnormally or excessively active behavior, often with difficulty in sustaining attention, commonly associated with ADHD.
Sedatives
Substances or drugs that reduce nervous system activity, leading to a calming effect or induced sleep.
- Discern the cycles and manifestations of bipolar disorder.
- Identify various subtypes of schizophrenia and their characteristics.
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Learning Objectives
- Discern the cycles and manifestations of bipolar disorder.
- Identify various subtypes of schizophrenia and their characteristics.
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