It is a mood disorder characterized by the occurrence of episodes of Mania and episodes of Depression.
Symptoms and signs of Mania
Mood is Elated / Euphoric / High
Feeling great
Irritable on and off especially when they are denied / stopped
Feeling over confident
Feeling more energetic and active
High self-esteem and optimistic beyond logic
Think and talk high about themselves
Think they can do anything and they are very important to the world
Getting easily socialized or friendship with unknown / unfamiliar people
Not sleeping and feel why they need to sleep
Helping others monetarily and losing money due to lack of judgement
Talking more and have pressure in their speech
Increased sexual desire and also engage in high risk sexual behavior
Increased use of substance
They think they are normal and denied of having any behavioral problems No Insight will be present
Any persons have the above mentioned symptoms, their caregivers should contact
Psychiatrist immediately and seek professional help and follow the guidance.
D.M.S.Karthik will assess the symptoms and offers necessary treatment depends
on the severity of condition.