Evaluated for bipolar disorder

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Leslie is a 29-year-old woman being evaluated for bipolar disorder. She reports periods of "up" moods characterized by excess energy, lack of a need for sleep, and adverse behavior (primarily online shopping and hypersexuality). These episodes started in late adolescence but she has not sought medical help until today. She also describes "down" periods of less energy and greater need for sleep, but these periods are not particularly bothersome to her. She is currently experiencing an "up" period. The PMHNP considers treatment with: Citalopram. Risperidone. Buspirone. Lithium.

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