Top 10 Signs of Bipolar Disorder
By John M. Grohol, Psy.D.
Bipolar disorder, which is also known by its older name "manic depression," is a serious mental disorder that responds to treatment with both medication and psychotherapy.
Not everyone who has bipolar disorder (manic depression) experiences every symptom. Some people experience a few symptoms, some many. The severity of symptoms varies with individuals and also varies over time. The top 10 signs of mania, one part of bipolar disorder, are:
* Abnormal or excessive elation
* Unusual irritability
* Decreased need for sleep
* Grandiose notions
* Increased talking
* Racing thoughts
* Increased sexual desire
* Markedly increased energy
* Poor judgment
* Inappropriate social behavior
People with Bipolar Disorder must not only meet the criteria for the signs and symptoms listed above, but also for an episode of depression.
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