What is a manic depressive definition?

Are you feeling euphoric one moment and then suddenly plummeting into despair the next? Do you feel like your moods are completely out of control? Well, fear not my friend, because it sounds like you may have manic depression! In this article, we’ll be discussing what it means to have manic depression and how it can affect your life.

Let’s Start with the Basics

Manic depression is also known as bipolar disorder. It’s a mental health condition that affects an individual’s mood swings. Essentially, those who suffer from bipolar disorder experience extreme highs (mania) and lows (depression). These shifts are far more severe than regular mood swings.

The 4 Types of Bipolar Disorder

There are four different types of bipolar disorder:

  1. Bipolar I Disorder: This type involves at least one major bout of mania or mixed episodes which include mania as well as symptoms
  2. Bipolar II Disorder: Those with this type only ever experience hypomania – rather than full-blown mania.
  3. Cyclothymic Disorder(also known as Cyclothymia): A less severe form consisting exclusively of hypomanias alternating with periods of mild low mood.
  4. Unspecified Bipolar : This category includes any other cases that don’t fit within the other three types.

Who Gets Manic Depression?

Unfortunately, /sad face/ anyone can develop bipolar disorder at any age; but most people usually receive their diagnosis in teen years or during early adulthood.

Fun Statistics Time!

Here’s an interesting factoid for ya; about 2% of people worldwide will develop some form oofbipolar throughout their lives! That being said, if there’s someone around us who hasn’t been diagnosed yet & experiences wildly fluctuating moods that are affecting their ability to enjoy life & work, it’s very important for them to talk to a mental health professional about getting diagnosed!

What At Causes Manic Depression?

Mental disorders such as bipolar disorder can be caused by a variety of things, including but not limited to genetic factors(If your parents or grandparents had/have the condition,you might have an increased riskFactors) and environmental factors like substance abuse(can also trigger mood episodes).

The ‘Treatments’ Table (Oooh Fancy)

Type of Treatment Pros Cons
Medication Effective in reducing symptoms quickly. Can lead to dependence on medication
Therapy Helps learn coping strategies for both manic and depressive symptoms. May not be quick enough of treatment type depending on your situation..
Alternative Treatments Many people report benefits with yoga, meditation other alternative therapies but efficacy has yet to be thoroughly researched!

Symptoms To Look Out For

The moods experienced within bipolar disorder will vary quite significantly between individuals and in some cases episode-to-episode. Signs and Symptoms often include:

  • Extreme happiness/euphoria
  • Feeling revved-up or jumpy
  • Racing thoughts
  • Constantly seeking pleasure or stimulation
  • Talking too fast/thinking too fast

< I’m really excited now\~

-Unexplained sadnessurrounded by negative thoughts(feeling worthless,lack energy)
-Inability/unwillingness participate in activities normally enjoyed ; loss/interestleaving one feeling hopeless.

These swings may occur frequently throughout someone’s day (ultra-rapid cycling)or they could happen every couple/months/yrs.In some instances,mood states may last several months up until several years at a time(rapid cycling)

A Brief Description of Hypomania

Bipolar II involves hypomania instead of a full-blown mania. Hypomanias cause individuals to feel over the moon, impulsive, and dare I say “giddy as a schoolgirl“, but it’s not as severe or disruptive, so people are often able to continue their regular lives throughout the day.

Final Thoughts… for Now

Hopefully, you’ve gained some insight into what manic depression is, who can get it ,and how it can impact an individual’s life . Remember – if you or someone close to you is experiencing signs that point towards bipolar disorder,best plan of action would be speaking with mental health professional!

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