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Posted byAnonymous December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

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Diаgnоse the fоllоwing pаtient. Mаke sure to provide evidence as to why you feel they have that disorder. Also, include a treatment plan.    Name and background: Jordan Lee, 22-year-old senior neuroscience major. Lives in a dorm with two roommates. Family history includes a mother diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Has previously been involved in research labs and on-campus clubs. Presenting problem: Over the past 2–3 weeks, Jordan has experienced periods of unusually elevated mood and high energy, followed by depressive symptoms earlier in the year. Currently, he is in a distinct period of elevated mood with significant impairment in daily functioning. Symptoms (present or observed): Manic episode (current): Abnormally elevated or irritable mood for about 7 days, with increased energy. Symptoms accompanying mania (DIG FAST): Distractibility and racing thoughts; inability to stay focused. Inflated self-esteem or grandiosity (e.g., believes he can launch a startup that will revolutionize the field). Increased talkativeness; pressured speech. Decreased need for sleep (3–4 hours per night without feeling tired). Excessive involvement in high-risk activities (gambling, impulsive spending, risky sexual behavior) and increased goal-directed activity (starting multiple projects, including a campus venture and a coding hackathon). The mood is clearly causing marked impairment in social, academic, and occupational functioning (missed classes, strained relationships, and an inability to complete tasks). Previous depressive symptoms (past 6–9 months): Periods of sadness, anhedonia, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and changes in appetite; difficulty concentrating; occasional thoughts of hopelessness but no explicit plan reported. Duration and impairment: The current manic episode has lasted about 7 days with significant impairment in academics, finances, and relationships. Prior depressive episodes have caused substantial impairment but did not require hospitalization in the past. Medical/substance context: No known medical conditions contributing to mood symptoms. No current substance use. No recent medication changes. No evidence of medical illness driving the mood change. Contextual stressors: End-of-semester deadlines, academic pressure, and relationship stress. Some sleep disruption due to late-night project work and social activities. Risk assessment and safety: No active plan for self-harm or harm to others reported, but reckless behavior during mania raises safety concerns. If risk escalates (e.g., agitation leading to harm, substance misuse, or significant impairment), emergency/urgent care would be consulted. Family/cultural considerations: Family members have discussed concerns about mood shifts but have been supportive. Jordan expresses desire to understand his symptoms and considers treatment to stabilize functioning while maintaining autonomy.

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