Manic depression, or Bipolar Disorder, is thought to be one of the worst types of depression that people regularly suffer from. It is characterized by sudden and extreme changes in mood. Manic depression is so-called because manic means ‘mania’, which refers to 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 just a sign of a spoilt childhood, but when getting annoyed means that person will shout and swear at the shop keeper, it may represent the onset of Manic Depression.
The ‘manic’ periods or ‘ups’ in Manic Depression are described as the times when a person suffering from Manic Depression experiences extremely high periods, consisting of heightened energy, sudden outbursts of euphoric mood, extreme irritability, together with racing thoughts and aggressive behaviour. According to doctors, 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 as long as a week or even longer than that.
During these ‘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 periods of a depressed state of mind – including feelings of worthlessness and being unloved.
There are many other symptoms too: irrational guilt, severe sadness, anxiety attacks, feeling of not belonging, severe 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 acute sorts 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 gives 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 becomes too late.
Furthermore, individuals who suffer from Manic Depression should visit their therapists regularly, in order to be able to release their repressed emotions to someone who is able interpret 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 alternatives, a much more lasting relief from the symptoms of Manic Depressive can best be acquired through consultation with a cognitive behaviour therapist. Contrary to some beliefs, when it comes to psychiatric treatments, psychiatrists, preferably those specializing in cognitive behaviour therapy, are still the best ones to consult for a lasting cure for Manic Depression.
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