In bipolar disorder, slow cycling refers to experiencing less than four mood episodes in a year, while rapid cycling refers to having four or more mood episodes in a year. Both slow cycling and rapid cycling are terms used to describe the frequency of mood episodes in bipolar disorder, with rapid cycling typically associated with more severe and difficult-to-treat symptoms.
A phenomenon known as rapid cycling occurs in up to 20% of bipolar I and II patients.
In psychiatry, this is known as cycling. Rapid cycling can be a sign of psychological problems (such as Bipolar Disorder or Depression) and should be reviewed with a psychological/psychiatric professional.
Some confuse bi polar with post traumatic stress. Make sure.
There are 2 diagnostic suffixes that can be added to the diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder --"rapid cycling" and "with seasonal pattern."
I have rapid-cycling bipolar disorder and have been prescribed Wellbutrin, along with a mood stabilizer.
emotional lability? Rapid cycling emotions with little control or causative input.
This is rapid cycling. See rapid cycling with reference to Bipolar disorder/cyclothymia. Answer If this is new for you, check your diet and general health--get a physical that includes bloodwork. Meanwhile, start eating on a regular schedule, reduce carbs and cut out soda or energy drinks, white bread, cookies, chips and ice cream.
Have the refrigerant level in the A/C system checked. Rapid cycling of the compressor can be one of the signs that your refrigerant level is low.
Valproate (divalproex sodium, or Depakote; valproic acid, or Depakene) is one of the few drugs available that has been proven effective in treating rapid cycling bipolar and mixed states patients.
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