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Rapid Cycling

Written by: Martin Winkler
First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest version: 30 Jul 2008.

Abstract:

If changes between depressive and manic phases, in manic-depressive disturbances, arise very fast (within a few days) and leads to at least 4 disease episodes per year, this is called "rapid cycling".

Question:

What does "Rapid cycling" mean?

Answer:

If changes between depressive and manic phases, in manic-depressive disturbances, arise very fast (within a few days) and leads to at least 4 disease episodes per year, this is called "rapid cycling".

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