Rapture
Rapture (Medicine)
Rapture (/ˈræptʃər/; from Latin raptus, "seized, carried off") is a term used in medicine to describe a state of intense emotional excitement or elation. It is often associated with certain mental and neurological conditions, such as bipolar disorder and epilepsy.
Etymology
The term rapture originates from the Latin word raptus, which means "seized, carried off". It was first used in the medical context in the 18th century to describe a state of intense emotional excitement or elation.
Medical Usage
In the field of psychiatry, rapture is often used to describe a symptom of certain mental health disorders, such as bipolar disorder. During a manic episode, a person with bipolar disorder may experience feelings of rapture, characterized by extreme happiness, excitement, and a sense of invincibility.
In neurology, rapture is sometimes used to describe a type of aura experienced by some people with epilepsy before a seizure. This aura can include feelings of intense joy or fear.
Related Terms
- Mania: A state of abnormally elevated arousal, affect, and energy level, often a symptom of bipolar disorder.
- Euphoria: A state of intense happiness and self-confidence, often seen in manic episodes.
- Aura: A perceptual disturbance experienced by some with migraines or seizures before either the headache or seizure begins.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rapture
- Wikipedia's article - Rapture
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