Question 1

What is Bipolar II Disorder?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar II Disorder is characterized by at least one hypomanic episode and at least one major depressive episode, with no history of a full manic episode. Hypomania features elevated/expansive or irritable mood and increased energy lasting at least 4 consecutive days, observable by others, with clear change from baseline but without marked impairment, hospitalization, or psychosis.

Question 2

How is Bipolar II Disorder diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

A. ≥1 hypomanic episode and ≥1 major depressive episode. B. No history of manic episode. C. Hypomanic episode: ≥4 days of elevated/expansive/irritable mood and increased energy plus ≥3 (≥4 if mood only irritable) of: inflated self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, pressured speech, flight of ideas, distractibility, increased goal-directed activity/psychomotor agitation, risky activities. D. Major depressive episode criteria met. E. Symptoms are not better explained by another mental disorder, substance, or medical condition and cause clinically significant distress or impairment.

Question 3

What treatments are available for Bipolar II Disorder?

Accepted Answer

Treatment for Bipolar II Disorder typically includes medications, psychotherapy.

Question 4

Can Bipolar II Disorder be cured?

Accepted Answer

Recurrent episodes with greater time spent in depression than hypomania. Early identification, maintenance mood stabilization, psychotherapy, and circadian regularity reduce relapse, suicidality, and functional impairment.

Bipolar II Disorder

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Description

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Prognosis Factors

When To Seek Help

Real Life Examples

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Overdiagnosis Factors

Missed Diagnosis Factors

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