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Acute agitation is common in psychotic illness,


as schizophrenia, schizoa#ective disorder and
bipolar I disorder all present at some time with
a high incidence of agitation. However,
agitation is a term poorly de!ned and o$en
misused by healthcare professionals. 2 Jan 2018

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"Psychomotor agitation" is also common. This means not being able to relax or sit still, and
constantly !dgeting. At the other extreme, a person with psychotic depression may have
"psychomotor retardation", where both their thoughts and physical movements slow
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Agitation is a feeling of irritability or severe restlessness. It is a common sight in psychiatry


units, emergency depa%ments, and long-term care facilities, and it is managed di#erently
depending on the se&ing and the person addressing it.

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Treatment Options for Acute Agitation in Psychiatric Patients


by N Zareifopoulos · 2019 · Cited by 26 — Usually a symptom of an underlying mental illness, it
is considered urgent and immediate treatment is indicated. The practice of treating ...

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The Spectrum of Agitation Associated with Schizophrenia ...


30 Aug 2021 — Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder may be accompanied by agitation, a mental
and physical state characterized by motor restlessness, mental ...

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Psychomotor agitation
Psychomotor agitation is a symptom in various disorders and health conditions. It is
characterized by unintentional and purposeless motions and restlessness ...
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by W Siddiqui · 2022 · Cited by 10 — Agitation is a feeling of irritability or severe
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Psychomotor agitation: What is it, symptoms, and causes


Psychomotor agitation is a feeling of anxious restlessness that can lead to
unintended movements. A person may experience muscle tension, an increase in ...

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Psychomotor Agitation: What Is It, Causes, ... - Osmosis


Psychomotor agitation refers to a state of restlessness and anxiety that results in
repetitive and unintentional movements. It is a common sign in people with ...

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Treating Agitation in Psychotic and Bipolar Disorders


28 Jun 2016 — Agitation is a “common and important clinical management problem” in both
major psychotic and mood disorders (eg, schizophrenia, ...

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Psychomotor Agitation: Symptoms, Treatment, and More


Psychomotor agitation typically involves reptitive movements, like toe tapping or
fidgeting, and racing thoughts. Psychomotor agitation is a symptom related ...

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Characterizing the experience of agitation in patients with ...


by J Roberts · 2018 · Cited by 32 — Agitation is a common manifestation of bipolar
disorder and schizophrenia which includes symptoms ranging from inner tension and
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