Ten Signs of Agitation in Elderly Patients

　　There is no such term as "ten signs of manic disorder in the elderly." The main manifestations of mania in older adults include abnormally elevated mood, increased activity levels, accelerated thought processes, frequent impulsive behaviors, reduced need for sleep, and others. These symptoms are often masked by age-related changes and require careful observation for accurate identification. If symptoms persist for more than one week or interfere with daily functioning, prompt medical evaluation is recommended.

　　1. Abnormally elevated mood:表现为莫名兴奋、烦躁易怒，对小事过度敏感易发脾气，情绪波动剧烈，可能突然从愉悦转为暴怒，难以平静沟通。

　　2. Increased activity: Excessive energy and constant busyness without clear purpose, such as repeatedly cleaning, excessive shopping, or engaging in arguments; ignoring physical limitations and refusing to rest.

　　3. Accelerated thinking: Rapid, continuous speech with frequent topic shifts that are hard to interrupt; attention easily distracted by irrelevant stimuli; subjective feeling of mental sharpness, often accompanied by exaggerated beliefs about one's abilities or financial status.

　　4. Frequent impulsive behaviors: Reckless decisions such as盲目投资 (blind investing), lending money irresponsibly, frequently changing residences, or engaging in binge eating, excessive drinking, and other risk-ignoring behaviors.

　　5. Reduced need for sleep: Feeling rested after only 3–4 hours of sleep per night, experiencing insomnia or early morning awakening, frequently getting up at night to move around, disrupting normal sleep-wake cycles.

　　To support affected individuals, provide seniors with a quiet and comfortable living environment, minimize stimulating factors that may trigger emotional fluctuations, maintain regular meal and sleep schedules, patiently listen to their concerns, avoid confrontations, and gently guide them toward mild outdoor activities to help redirect attention.