A 44-year-old female came to the clinic today brought in by her husband. He notes that she has been with various states of depression and irritability over the past 3 months with extreme fatigue, has lost 20 pounds and has insomnia. He has come home from work to find his wife sitting in front of the TV and not moving for hours. In the past few days, she suddenly has become very hyperactive, has been talking incessantly, has been easily distracted and seems to “flit from one thing to another.”. She hasn’t slept in 3 days. The wife went on an excessive shopping spree for new clothes that resulted in their credit card being denied for exceeding the line of credit. The wife is unable to sit in the exam room and is currently pacing the hallway muttering to herself and is reluctant to talk with or be examined the ARNP. Physical observation shows agitated movements, rapid fire speech, and hyperactivity.
DIAGNOSIS: bipolar type 2 disorder.
Your Answer:
Genetics plays a significant role in the development of bipolar 2 disorder. Having a family history of the condition increases the risk. Bipolar disorders have a heritable component, and certain genetic markers may be associated with an increased risk. However, bipolar 2 disorder is a complex condition influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Early identification of genetic risk may aid in early intervention and personalized treatment approaches. Research on the exact genetic contributions to bipolar 2 disorder is ongoing.
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