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Question

Distinguish the difference between Bipolar I and Bipolar II. For a Bipolar I diagnosis, a person must recently have had one or more manic episodes. Mania is characterized by elevated mood, increased activity, and often risky behavior. Someone with Bipolar I may also experience hypomanic or major depressive episodes prior to or following their manic episode(s) (Marie, 2020). For a Bipolar II diagnosis, a person must recently have had a pattern of depressive and hypomanic episodes, but not full-blown manic episodes that would be a marker for Bipolar I Disorder. Hypomania is a less severe form of mania. It does not cause significant impairment in social or occupational functioning, nor does it require hospitalization. A depressive episode is a period of a loss of interest or pleasure in nearly all activities (Marie, 2020). Please diagnosis your client with either Bipolar I or II. The history of manic episodes are a clear indicator of Bipolar I Disorder. What are two possible medications that your client may be prescribed? Lithium and Quetiapine (Seroquel) (Marie, 2020). What symptoms of the ones listed above would the medications treat? Lithium is a mood stabilizer that reduces.