The symptoms of rapid or "pressured" speech, the tendency to switch from topic to topic, and an inability to listen to the comments of others are often observed in patients with bipolar disorder. What are these symptoms often referred to as?

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These symptoms are often referred to as "rapid flight of ideas," which is a common symptom of the manic phase of bipolar disorder.

The Symptoms of Rapid or "Pressured" Speech, the Tendency to Switch