Question 1

what herb is good for agitation and irritability?

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Yokukansan: The japanese herb yokukansan can treat agitation, but it may also lower potassium.  I have no experience with it.  The popular sleep aid valerian may also make you calm, but it has potentially sedative effects.  If you are looking for a "natural" solution, try learning to meditate.

Question 2

what's "verbal agitation"?

Accepted Answer

Verbal agitation: Psychomotor restlessness manifested verbally, such as in bipolar illness where there is loud pressured speech.

Question 3

how to deal with agitation?

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Depends: This depends on what is causing the agitation.

Question 4

what the symptoms of agitation?

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Agitation: Can manifest in physical restlessness (can't sit still), inability to concentrate, not staying  on topic. And the like.  Clinical psychologist or your doc can help.  Peace and good health.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: agitation?

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Agitation: Agitation can be demonstrated emotionally or physically.  Agitation is an expression of emotion that is a little less than anger but a little more than mildly irritated.  One may become agitated quickly.  In this case it can be problematic and one might need help with anger management.

Question 6

what are some examples of psychomotor agitation?

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Restlessness: Psychomotor agitation, which is common in depression, mania, and schizophrenia, refers to difficulties "staying still, " either mentally, with thoughts bouncing around all over the place, or physically, with restlessness and a sense of constantly needing to be on the move.  Unfortunately, some medications used to treat these disorders also can cause similar symptoms, so monitoring is essential.

Question 7

what does "valium 5mg iv q2h prn agitation" mean?

Accepted Answer

IV Valium: Valium is a benzodiazepine medicine which can calm anxiety and agitation.  "iv" denotes giving it intravenously -- i assume this patient is in the hospital or other medical unit.   In this case, the person may be given 5mg of valium IV every 2 hours if agitated -- but the "prn" means it's only used "as needed" rather than around the clock.

Question 8

whats the difference between agitation and akathisia?

Accepted Answer

Defining: Agitation refers to an emotional state of excitement or restlessness. Akathesia is a state of physical/motor restlessness, an urge to move about constantly, an inability to sit still. It is caused by certain medications and can be confused with emotional agitation.

Question 9

my husband is suffering from pyscomotor agitation and retardation. what is the reason for this?

Accepted Answer

Psychomotor changes: This is hard to answer with so little info.  Of course mood swings cause psychomotor changes, but there are many medical issues that should be ruled out.  I would have a pcp do a medical exam and rule out medical issues.  Then refer to a psychiatrist if it appears to be mood swings.

Question 10

is psychomotor agitation different from psychomotor retardation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Psychomotor agitation refers to purposeless and restless activity. The person may need to pace around the room, even if he or she wants to rest or sit down. Psychomotor retardation refers to a generalized slowing of psychological and physical activity.

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