A disorder of the brain that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. Often these moods range and shift from periods of elation and energized behavior to those of hopelessness and depression.
Symptoms of Manic Depression
The following features are indicative of Manic Depression:
unusually intense emotion
changes in sleep patterns and activity levels
unusual behaviors
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Common Causes of Manic Depression
The following are the most common causes of Manic Depression:
genetic factors
environmental factors
neurological conditions or injury
physiological factors
Risk Factors for Manic Depression
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Manic Depression:
having a first-degree relative
periods of high stress
alcohol or drug abuse
Prevention of Manic Depression
No, it is not possible to prevent Manic Depression.
mutations in BDNF, DRD4, DAO, and TPH1 genes
Occurrence of Manic Depression
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Manic Depression cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Manic Depression most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged between 20-35 years
Common Gender
Manic Depression can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Manic Depression
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Manic Depression:
ICD-10 criteria: To diagnose bipolar disorder
DSM criteria: To diagnose bipolar disorder
Doctor for Diagnosis of Manic Depression
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Manic Depression:
Psychiatrist
Complications of Manic Depression if untreated
Yes, Manic Depression causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Manic Depression is left untreated:
problems related to alcohol or drug use
suicide or suicide attempts
poor work or school performance
Procedures for Treatment of Manic Depression
The following procedures are used to treat Manic Depression:
Cognitive behavioral therapy: Identify and replace unhealthy, negative behaviors and beliefs
Interpersonal and social rhythm therapy: Stabilization of daily rhythms such as mealtimes, waking and sleeping
Family-focused therapy: Family support and communication help to recognize and manage signs of mood swings
Medicines for Manic Depression
Below is the list of medicines used for Manic Depression:
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Manic Depression:
Quit drinking or using recreational drugs: Avoid alcohol or drug abuse
Make a healthy routine: A regular and a healthy routine for eating, physical activity and sleeping can help balance mood
Consider keeping a mood chart: Keep a record of daily moods, sleep, treatments and activities
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Manic Depression
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Manic Depression:
no known alternative medicines
Patient Support for Treatment of Manic Depression
The following actions may help Manic Depression patients:
Learn about bipolar disorder: Get proper education about your condition and its treatment options
Stay focused on goals: Stay motivated to manage bipolar disorder
Join a support group: Connect to other people with same conditions and share experience
Time for Treatment of Manic Depression
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Manic Depression to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
Disease cannot be treated but only maintained or effects reduced