What are the symptoms of bipolar depression?

Kevin Mangelschots·22/07/2025·0 comments

Symptoms of bipolar depression

  1. Manic episode (or hypomanic, in a milder form)
    • Mood
      A group of people putting their hands in the air at a concert.

Elevated, overly happy, or irritable.

    • Energy

Unusually high, with less need for sleep.

    • Behavior

Fast talking, impulsivity, risk-taking (spending sprees, substance use, risky sex), inflated self-esteem, or grandiosity.

    • Cognitive signs

Racing thoughts or easily distracted.

      • Mania lasts at least 7 days (or requires hospitalization).
      • Hypomania continues for at least 4 days but is less severe and typically doesn’t require hospitalization.
  1. Depressive episode
    • Mood
      A depressed boy sitting outside against a brick wall while holding his knees.

Deep sadness, emptiness, hopelessness.

    • Energy

Fatigue and slowed behavior.

    • Behavior

Loss of interest in things once enjoyed, withdrawal from others.

    • Cognitive signs

Trouble concentrating, thoughts of death or suicide.

These episodes typically endure for at least 2 weeks.

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Hi there, I’m Kevin Mangelschots! A little more about myself: - I'm 33 years old. - I’m a registered, licensed, and practicing therapist with a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy. - Currently practicing at a rehabilitation center located in Belgium. Longtime fitness and gaming enthusiast. - Turned towards psychology, philosophy, mental health, and self-improvement to improve my chronic depression. - My goal is to share evidence-based information with the world that I know is helpful and useful to improve depression and overall well-being. In short, I’m just a guy trying to make sense of the world by thinking about ideas, studying psychology, philosophy, and mental and physical health. I strive to apply my degree in healthcare (occupational therapy) to explain concepts as clearly as possible, based on current research findings.

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