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Bipolar Disorder: A mental illness with dramatic shifts in a person’s mood, energy and ability to think clearly, with both manic and depressive symptoms.
Symptoms
- Manic Symptoms:
- Euphoria (everything is unrealistically great)
- Irritability
- Hostility
- Speeded up thinking
- Inflated self-esteem
- High risk taking
- Little need for sleep, going days without sleep
- Increased sexual behavior
- Hyperactivity
- Rapid speech
- Increased shopping sprees
- Increased gambling
- Depressive Symptoms:
- Appearing more sad than normal
- Sleeping more or less than normal
- Slower than normal to think and/or respond
- Focusing on negative aspects
- Lack of interest in work, social or enjoyable activities
- See also: Depression Symptoms