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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Bipolar disorder not otherwise specified | |||
| synonyms = [[Bipolar disorder NOS]], [[BD-NOS]] | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Mood swings]], [[depression]], [[mania]], [[hypomania]] | |||
| onset = Typically in [[adolescence]] or [[early adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history of bipolar disorder]], [[stress]], [[substance abuse]] | |||
| diagnosis = Based on [[clinical assessment]] and [[DSM-5]] criteria | |||
| differential = [[Major depressive disorder]], [[schizoaffective disorder]], [[borderline personality disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Mood stabilizers]], [[antipsychotics]], [[psychotherapy]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Variable]], depends on [[treatment adherence]] and [[support systems]] | |||
| frequency = [[Unknown]], varies by population | |||
}} | |||
'''Bipolar disorder not otherwise specified''' (BD-NOS) is a diagnosis for [[bipolar disorder]] (BD) when it does not fall within the other established sub-types. This can be due to various reasons such as the patient's symptoms not meeting the full criteria for a specific type of bipolar disorder or the frequency and duration of the [[manic]] and [[depressive episodes]]. | '''Bipolar disorder not otherwise specified''' (BD-NOS) is a diagnosis for [[bipolar disorder]] (BD) when it does not fall within the other established sub-types. This can be due to various reasons such as the patient's symptoms not meeting the full criteria for a specific type of bipolar disorder or the frequency and duration of the [[manic]] and [[depressive episodes]]. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
BD-NOS is a category used in the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM) when a patient has symptoms of bipolar disorder but does not meet the specific criteria for the precise subtypes of BD, such as [[Bipolar I disorder|Bipolar I]], [[Bipolar II disorder|Bipolar II]], or [[Cyclothymic disorder|Cyclothymia]]. The symptoms may not last long enough, or the patient may not have enough symptoms to be diagnosed with a specific subtype. | BD-NOS is a category used in the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM) when a patient has symptoms of bipolar disorder but does not meet the specific criteria for the precise subtypes of BD, such as [[Bipolar I disorder|Bipolar I]], [[Bipolar II disorder|Bipolar II]], or [[Cyclothymic disorder|Cyclothymia]]. The symptoms may not last long enough, or the patient may not have enough symptoms to be diagnosed with a specific subtype. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of BD-NOS are similar to other types of bipolar disorder. They include episodes of elevated mood ([[mania]]), depressed mood, or a mix of both. Other symptoms can include changes in energy levels, sleep patterns, behavior, thinking, or judgment. However, these symptoms are not severe enough or do not last long enough to meet the full criteria for other types of bipolar disorder. | The symptoms of BD-NOS are similar to other types of bipolar disorder. They include episodes of elevated mood ([[mania]]), depressed mood, or a mix of both. Other symptoms can include changes in energy levels, sleep patterns, behavior, thinking, or judgment. However, these symptoms are not severe enough or do not last long enough to meet the full criteria for other types of bipolar disorder. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of BD-NOS is made based on the patient's symptoms and their impact on the patient's life. The [[mental health professional]] will conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation and may also perform physical examinations and lab tests to rule out other conditions that could be causing the symptoms. | Diagnosis of BD-NOS is made based on the patient's symptoms and their impact on the patient's life. The [[mental health professional]] will conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation and may also perform physical examinations and lab tests to rule out other conditions that could be causing the symptoms. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for BD-NOS typically involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy. Medications can include mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and sometimes antidepressants. [[Psychotherapy]] (talk therapy) can help the patient manage symptoms and cope with the disorder. | Treatment for BD-NOS typically involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy. Medications can include mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and sometimes antidepressants. [[Psychotherapy]] (talk therapy) can help the patient manage symptoms and cope with the disorder. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Mood disorder]] | * [[Mood disorder]] | ||
* [[Major depressive disorder]] | * [[Major depressive disorder]] | ||
* [[Hypomania]] | * [[Hypomania]] | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
[[Category:Bipolar disorder]] | [[Category:Bipolar disorder]] | ||
[[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | [[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | ||
{{Mental-health-stub}} | {{Mental-health-stub}} | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 22:15, 3 April 2025
| Bipolar disorder not otherwise specified | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Bipolar disorder NOS, BD-NOS |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Mood swings, depression, mania, hypomania |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Typically in adolescence or early adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic, environmental factors |
| Risks | Family history of bipolar disorder, stress, substance abuse |
| Diagnosis | Based on clinical assessment and DSM-5 criteria |
| Differential diagnosis | Major depressive disorder, schizoaffective disorder, borderline personality disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, psychotherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on treatment adherence and support systems |
| Frequency | Unknown, varies by population |
| Deaths | N/A |
Bipolar disorder not otherwise specified (BD-NOS) is a diagnosis for bipolar disorder (BD) when it does not fall within the other established sub-types. This can be due to various reasons such as the patient's symptoms not meeting the full criteria for a specific type of bipolar disorder or the frequency and duration of the manic and depressive episodes.
Definition[edit]
BD-NOS is a category used in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) when a patient has symptoms of bipolar disorder but does not meet the specific criteria for the precise subtypes of BD, such as Bipolar I, Bipolar II, or Cyclothymia. The symptoms may not last long enough, or the patient may not have enough symptoms to be diagnosed with a specific subtype.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of BD-NOS are similar to other types of bipolar disorder. They include episodes of elevated mood (mania), depressed mood, or a mix of both. Other symptoms can include changes in energy levels, sleep patterns, behavior, thinking, or judgment. However, these symptoms are not severe enough or do not last long enough to meet the full criteria for other types of bipolar disorder.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of BD-NOS is made based on the patient's symptoms and their impact on the patient's life. The mental health professional will conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation and may also perform physical examinations and lab tests to rule out other conditions that could be causing the symptoms.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for BD-NOS typically involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy. Medications can include mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and sometimes antidepressants. Psychotherapy (talk therapy) can help the patient manage symptoms and cope with the disorder.
See also[edit]
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