Manic Episode Definition, Symptoms and More

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8. Treatments for Manic Episodes

There are many treatments that can ease and prevent manic episodes. Mood stabilizing medication is one of the most common. Psychiatrists may prescribe a combination of medications, regularly or as needed.

Electroconvulsive therapy is also effective, but is rarely used when medication is sufficient. It could take a few tries to determine the best treatment for an individual.2Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders: DSM-5. American Psychiatric Association, 2017, medicaidmentalhealth.org, www.medicaidmentalhealth.org//assets/file/Guidelines/2017-2018 Treatment of Adult Bipolar Disorder.pdf.

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