Agitation, or extreme motor activity or inner restlessness, can be a normal physiological process related to specific situations, but it can also entail an underlying disease. Leading causes of agitation are a new environment, drug intoxication or withdrawal, alcohol in the system, and general medical conditions.
How do I overcome agitation?
To prevent or reduce agitation:
- Create a calm environment. Remove stressors. ...
- Avoid environmental triggers. Noise, glare and background distraction (such as having the television on) can act as triggers.
- Monitor personal comfort. ...
- Simplify tasks and routines.
- Provide an opportunity for exercise.
What are signs of agitation?
Common symptoms of agitation include:
- An uneasy feeling.
- An urge to move, maybe with no purpose.
- Crankiness.
- Little patience.
- Nervousness.
- Stubborn behavior (often toward caregivers)
- Too much excitement.
