Manic depression, or Bipolar Disorder, is considered one of the worst types of depression that people usually suffer from. It is characterized by sudden and extreme changes in mood. Manic depression is so-called because manic means ‘mania’, which means the ‘ups’ while depression refers to the ‘downs’. Bi-polar also refers to both ends of the spectrum of emotions
Many people experience erratic changes in their moods and, sometimes, these so-called mood swings are not just caused by PMS (pre-menstrual syndrome) or stress. Doctors have diagnosed mood swings as a common symptom of depression, when these mood swings are extreme. For example, if someone becomes annoyed because a shop does not have his favourite biscuits, it may only a sign of a spoilt childhood, but when becoming annoyed means that person will shout and swear at the shop keeper, it may be the start of Manic Depression.
The ‘manic’ times or ‘ups’ in Manic Depression (or Bi-polar Disorder) are described as the times when a person who has Manic Depression experiences excessively high periods, exemplified by heightened energy, sudden outbursts of euphoric mood, extreme irritability, together with racing thoughts and aggressive behaviour. Therapists say that, someone suffering from Manic Depression may have these so-called manic ‘periods’ not only for a day or so, they can actually go on for a week or more.
During the ‘low’ or ‘down’ periods, people suffering from Manic Depression may experience very similar symptoms to those who are suffering from ‘normal’ depression. People who are suffering from Manic Depression experience episodes showing a depressed state of mind – including feelings of lack of self worth and being unloved.
There are various other symptoms as well: irrational guilt, severe sadness, anxiety attacks, feeling of not belonging, extreme gloom and an obvious loss of pleasure. According to therapists, anyone who is depressed continuously for more than a week can be officially diagnosed as a Manic Depressive.
Despite it being one of the most common and severe types of depressive disorder, Manic Depression can be successfully treated, according to doctors. There’s no reason to worry too much about having it. You only need to follow the procedures that the therapist tells you and take the prescribed medication in the proper dosage in order to help you (or your friend or love one) overcome Manic Depression before it is too late.
Also, people who suffer from Manic Depression should visit their therapists regularly, in order to be able to get rid of their repressed emotions to someone who is able understand just what it is they are going through a lot better than an ordinary, untrained person.
Although positive results for Manic Depression can be obtained from natural remedies, a proper and a more lasting relief from Manic Depressive symptoms can best be achieved through consultation with a cognitive behaviour therapist. Contrary to some thought, when it comes to psychiatric treatments, psychiatrists, preferably cognitive behaviour therapists are still the best ones to consult for a lasting cure for Manic Depression.
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