Category: Symptoms
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Anhedonia
Anhedonia is a term used in psychology and psychiatry to describe the inability to experience pleasure or enjoyment from activities that would typically be considered enjoyable or rewarding. It is a common symptom of several mental health conditions, including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, among others. People with anhedonia may feel like they…
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Flight of ideas
Flight of ideas is a symptom of certain mental health conditions, particularly bipolar disorder and manic or hypomanic episodes of bipolar disorder. It refers to a rapid and continuous flow of speech or thought that jumps from one idea to another without any apparent connection between them. Individuals experiencing flight of ideas may have trouble…
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Pressured Speech
Pressured speech is a symptom commonly associated with bipolar disorder during the manic or hypomanic phase. It is characterized by a rapid and continuous flow of speech that is difficult to interrupt, and the person speaking feels an urgent need to express their thoughts and ideas, often without regard for social norms or the feelings…