Manic episode, severe with psychotic symptoms Save
ICD-10 code: F30.2
Chapter: Mental and behavioural disorders
Understanding Manic Episodes with Psychotic Symptoms
Manic episodes with psychotic symptoms are a form of mental illness characterized by a state of extreme excitement, energy, and irritability. These episodes can also cause delusions, hallucinations, and other psychotic symptoms. People who experience manic episodes with psychotic symptoms may have bipolar disorder or another mood disorder.
During a manic episode with psychotic symptoms, a person may experience a range of symptoms, including:
- Grandiosity - feeling overly confident, powerful, and important
- Decreased need for sleep - feeling rested after only a few hours of sleep
- Racing thoughts - having rapid thoughts that are difficult to control
- Agitation - feeling restless, irritable, and easily distracted
- Psychotic symptoms - experiencing delusions, hallucinations, and other psychotic symptoms
It is important to seek professional help if you or someone you know is experiencing a manic episode with psychotic symptoms. Treatment for bipolar disorder and other mood disorders typically involves a combination of medication and therapy. Antipsychotic medications can help alleviate psychotic symptoms, while mood stabilizers can help regulate mood swings.
Therapy can also be a valuable tool for managing manic episodes with psychotic symptoms. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychoeducation can help people understand and cope with their symptoms. Family therapy can also be helpful for loved ones who may be affected by a person's manic episode with psychotic symptoms.
Living with a mental illness can be challenging, but it is important to remember that recovery is possible. Through effective treatment and support, people with manic episodes with psychotic symptoms can learn to manage their symptoms and lead fulfilling lives.