If a client experiences a Manic or a Mixed episode, then the appropriate diagnosis should be:

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Manic or Mixed episodes are characteristic symptoms of Bipolar I Disorder. Depressive Disorder and Dysthymic Disorder are both forms of depression and do not include manic symptoms. Other Mood Disorder is a vague and non-specific category that would not be an appropriate diagnosis for a client experiencing manic or mixed episodes.

If a Client Experiences a Manic or a Mixed Episode