Agitation- Definition, Symptoms, and Treatment

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2. A Quick Reference Guide to Agitation Symptoms

This table provides a simple, at-a-glance summary of the symptoms associated with agitation.

Symptom Category	Key Examples
Behavioural & Motor	Constant pacing, repetitive hand wringing, inability to cooperate.
Verbal & Vocal	Fast and loud speech, argumentative tone, repetitive questioning.
Emotional & Cognitive	Intense anxiety, feeling of losing control, decreased attention span.
Physical	Rapid heartbeat, muscle tension, sweating and trembling.

While this table is a useful reference, it’s crucial to distinguish these clinical signs from more common emotional states, such as irritability.