Key features of depression
and its management in general practice. |
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"..I've
been possessed by the devil"
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The community incidence of bipolar disorder (manic depressive illness)
is about 0.1%. |
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2.
Bipolar disorder (manic depressive illness) has a strong genetic
basis. |
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3.
Most people with bipolar disorder (manic depressive illness) have
full inter-episode symptomatic recovery. |
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About 50 percent of patients with bipolar disorder (manic depressive
illness) only have manic episodes. |
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5. Mania occurring for the first time in later life is often secondary
to medications or medical illnesses. |
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1.
The community incidence of bipolar disorder (manic depressive illness)
is about 0.1%.
Author's
answer: False
Bipolar
disorder (manic depressive illness) occurs in 1 to 2 percent of the
population. The impact of the illness is severe, impinging on relationships,
career, self-esteem and longevity.
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