Symptoms of Manic Depression? Please help.?

9 Comments

1. Seeker of truth says:

   January 21, 2012 at 11:18 am

   I think you might have bipolar but i wouldnt go so far as to say manic depression, and by that i mean i know there are two types of bipolar disorder, 1 and 2, one of those versions is Manic Depression. Manic Depression is when a person goes through SEVERE ups and downs, meaning when they are Manic, they are in a state of completely psychosis experiences a range of symptoms like intense energy, insomnia, not eating, hallucinations, delerium and complete psychosis. Generally after a Manic episode, after coming back down and being stabilized, they will go through a severe episode of Depression, feelings of hopelessness, suicidal tendencies and thoughts. Yes you may be bipolar, but i highly doubt you are Manic Depressive by these standards.
2. Pp Rye says:

   January 21, 2012 at 11:23 am

   You definitely need to rip a fart.
3. ~Filthy Victorians says:

   January 21, 2012 at 11:34 am

   First, your moods are too short to be bipolar. I get hypo mania, so mine usually last 3 days to a week, but my depressions can last for months. Having mania is like being euphoric and above everyone. I have described mania as being erratic and estatic for the drastic changes in my behavior. It goes from sexual activity, being blunt, not sleeping, laughing, painting pictures that suck, and thinking everything I do is good no matter what. And that’s not even a full blown, severe manic episode. But they are much more severe than what you have. You really just don’t slow down.

   I’ve described going from mania and depression as falling from the celling to beneath the cracks of the floor. It hits hard, and it really, really is deep depression. Suicidal thoughts, sleeping all day, not bathing, and it lasts for at least a month. My moods never have a pattern, and they don’t switch often. You’re not bipolar, but if it’s bad enough, tell your doctor your symptoms. If you say I AM MANIC DEPRESSIVE the doctor won’t take you seriously. Most people who self diagnose aren’t correct.

   And the other person is not correct. Manic depression is not a different diagnosis. It’s the same thing as bipolar… the real difference is bipolar I and II. You aren’t either.
4. Anilorac says:

   January 21, 2012 at 11:35 am

   One suggestion that worked for me: volunteering. It was suggested to me to help me calm down my mood swings and improve my health. And it worked. However, if you plan to, do something you’re passionate about-something you care for and want to contribute to ( my thing was preparing breakfast at elementary schools with a breakfast program for needy children).
   Usually episodes like that are due to an increasing need for deep stimulation- interactive, social, knowledgeable. Read the word “deep”. You can have as many interactions as you want, but if they’re not profound on a personal, psychological, and interrogative manner, nothing will change. This usually occurs in teenagers when the body chemistry changes, and while you may just have to wait it out (it will go away), a way to deal with it is to change your lifestyle to fit more intellectually and physically stimulating demands (ie. do intense team sports, volunteer, learn to play an instrument, etc). All these activities help regulate stress hormones and improve cognitive function, which lead to more stable and healthy mood levels.
5. Bob Howard says:

   January 21, 2012 at 12:22 pm

   sometimes I’m the same way minus the crying.. I never cry.. I am certain I have depression and anxiety.. and sometimes I feel mental because I think of the weirdest things… Like When I read this I scrolled over your name and it said you joined february 8th and thats my birthday so I thoguht I HAVE to answer her.. So yea anyways, you should try finding something you can always think about that will make you happy… I can’t relate to your crying after your talkative.. Usually I just find myself unwanting to talk or I can’t think of anything to say in a conversation after I’m really talkative… I try my hardest but it doesnt work:P Just continue to get help I suppose and maybe theres just something triguring it that you just need to get out..
6. Frank says:

   January 21, 2012 at 12:52 pm

   What you describe is emotional lability. It is part of depression.

   Bipolar disorder (formerly known asn manic depression) involves long periods of depression and long periods of mania, not happy one minute but sad the next. Super happy is not mania. Mania is: I can run to Washington and have lunch with the president if I just buy these $ 1,000 boots and it’s three in the morning and I’m stacking all my books in a pile because I’m inventing a new olympic sport called book jumping and I’ll call the head of the olympics right now to talk about it.
7. Frank Thomas says:

   January 21, 2012 at 1:41 pm

   You haven’t given enough information for me to tell you. How is your physical health? How old are you? If you are a teenager, this behavior can be perfectly normal. You could, however, have what is called “rapid cycling,” which can happen to people who are bipolar. Being on drugs would explain this behavior as well. Inappropriate emotional responses such as crying for no reason can be a symptom of many physical and emotional problems.
8. Obwonkanobe says:

   January 21, 2012 at 2:33 pm

   If you’re told by enough people that you are crazy, then it’s only natural that you think you are. The Bipolar label is being used as a generic tag far too much! Therapy is good & meds may be necessary, but you are not fixing anything, your just treating the problem. Seek spiritual strength & through him anything is possible. Fix your problem & Enjoy a Happy Life!
9. Rebecca Morgan says:

   January 21, 2012 at 2:51 pm

   That isn’t Bipolar… that is more likely stress or depression. Bipolar moods last for weeks or months and only change 2 or 3 times a year…..