Answer to Question #158670 in Psychology for Tebogo

Question

Rose is diagnosed with Bipolar 1 Disorder, most recent episode mania. Her symptoms are elevated mood, distractibility, disjointed speech, excessive sleep and irritability with others. Her occupational functioning is also impaired. She suffered from a major depressive episode during which she became obsessed with her personal appearance. She spent hours on choosing the right outfit and doing her hair. The depressive episode lasted for eight weeks. Which aspects of Rose's case are usually for Bipolar 1 Disorder?

Answer 1

Mania, elevated mood, depressive episode during which she became obsessed with her personal appearance.