Question 1

is manic depression type 1 or type 2? i don't really know that much about it even though that's what the doc diagnosed me with.

Accepted Answer

Please ensure that: you are working with a psychiatrist since you have bipolar disorder (Manic Depression). Although terminology is changing with DSM V- bottom line is that are Bipolar I and II Disorders. It is imperative that your physician provide you with education about your condition. Once you know your accurate diagnosis  - start reading about it. Knowledge is power. Be Well.

Question 2

what's manic depression?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar: Manic depression is a mood disorder that presents with extreme highs & lows, with at least few weeks of manic phases (abnormally elevated mood & energy level)  alternating with few or more weeks of depressed phases (sad, guilty, hopeless/helpless, changes in sleep/appetite/energy level). Any phase can be severe enough to experience delusions or hallucinations.

Question 3

how can i treat manic depression?

Accepted Answer

Bio, psycho, social: The treatment of depression should target biology, psychology, and social factors.

Are you making sure your biology is working optimally with exercise and avoiding trigger foods, taking meds? Are you keeping your psychology in check with therapy and mental training? Is your social life supportive? Work em all! 

medications shown to be of use include quetiapine, lithium, and lamotrigine.

Question 4

what can be done for manic depression?

Accepted Answer

Treat biopsychsocial: The treatment of depression should target biology, psychology, and social factors.

Are you making sure your biology is working optimally with exercise and avoiding caffeine, taking meds? Are you keeping your psychology in check with therapy and mental training? Is your social life supportive? Work em all! 

medications shown to be of use for bp-dep include quetiapine, lithium, and lamotrigine.

Question 5

how to know if i have manic depression?

Accepted Answer

Get psychiatric care: Get a proper full diagnosis from either a psychiatrist or psychologist. If you have a bipolar diagnosis you will need to be on a mood stabilizer and probably an antidepressant. You should also be in psychotherapy.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of manic depression?

Accepted Answer

Mood Swings: Manic depression is now called bipolar disorder. It is possible to only have a manic (or mixed) episode and still fulfill the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorder. Symptoms of mania include rapid speech, racing thoughts, insomnia, impulsive behaviors and mood elevation. There are other symptoms which are best evaluated by a psychiatrist.

Question 7

what dose manic mean like in manic depression ?

Accepted Answer

Oppositeof depressed: Mania refers to a condition lasting weeks to months of elevated or irritable mood  with increased energy, decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts, inflated self-perception, and impulsive behaviors such as excessive spending, promiscous sex, and high risk-taking.  At its most severe, there can be hallucinations & delusions of granduer or persecution.  It is treatable but many avoid help.

Question 8

could i have manic depression without the mania?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes some patients with bipolar have little or no mania episodes and can have mostly just depression.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of a manic depression person?

Accepted Answer

Depends : The classic symptoms go from a deep depression to high highs where the person might spend money foolishly or lavishly, not sleep, talk loud and fast , and might be anxious or paranoid. Not all people have classic symptoms so it is important for a professional to diagnose the disorder

Question 10

what can be done for a friend with manic depression?

Accepted Answer

Support : Support your friend to get appropriate medical help and counseling.  Don't judge them just help them.

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