Major depression and mania
NCLEX-RN glossary · Psychosocial Integrity
Definition
The extreme affective states of bipolar disorder; depression involves risk of self-harm, and mania involves risk of exhaustion and impaired judgment.
Major depression and mania in plain English
Both states require intensive safety monitoring to prevent physical injury, social ruin, or suicide. A frequent error is assuming suicide risk decreases when a depressed client suddenly appears happy; this often signals the energy to follow through on a plan.
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