Since DSM-5 have made changes to the criteria of mania/hypomania episode...sometimes it made us to have 'thought block' especially during exams. However...worry not...below are some mnemonics to make our life easy.
How to differentiate mania or hypomania episode?
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MANIA
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HYPOMANIA
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Marked
impairment in social or occupational functioning
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Yes
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No
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Hospitalization
required
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Yes
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No
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Psychotic
symptoms
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Yes
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No
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MRCPsych course
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