After receiving praise and encouragement, it is normal for the heart to be full of passion and enthusiasm.
After being misunderstood and insulted, I feel angry and angry in my heart, and this emotion is also very understandable.
However, some friends will have such doubts:
Why am I so emotionally uplifted for no apparent reason? No one or anything stimulates me, but I'm suddenly very excited, what's going on?
1. Understanding "Mania"
If emotions elevate to an unusual level for no apparent reason, family and friends can notice it, it may be necessary to consider whether it is a sign of a manic episode.
A manic episode, which can be colloquially understood as a morbid state of euphoria, is overdone.
Typical manic episodes are characterized by high emotion/irritability, racing thoughts, and a series of behaviors that reflect "high energy".
1. Emotional/irritable
Elevated emotions are the main symptoms of manic episodes, which are generally manifested as excitement, optimism, and enthusiasm that are obviously different from usual, and have a strong contagious effect.
Others show irritability, easily lashing out over trivial things, and even having aggressive words or behaviors.
These abnormalities are often recognizable by close family members or friends.
2. Thinking Rush
It is often reflected in the speed of speech, the incessant talking, even if the mouth is dry and hoarse.
In addition, they often feel good about themselves, exaggerate their words, and speak ramblingly. Thinking that one's talent, wealth, origin, status, etc., is outstanding, and it can reach the level of delusion.
Attention is easily shifted quickly by environmental influences.
3. "Energetic" behavior
In the context of high emotions, it may be manifested as being busy all day long, constantly planning, socializing, nosy, squandering, making friends at first sight, joking or teasing others, and acting recklessly and impulsively. But often there is no beginning and no end.
In addition to the common manifestations described above, manic episodes may have some other symptoms, such as:
- The complexion is ruddy, and the eyes are bright;
- Energetic, no tiredness, significantly reduced need for sleep;
- Hypersexuality, which may show excessive intimacy with the opposite sex in public, and in severe cases, adverse consequences;
- Because of excessive activity and excessive consumption, weight loss and even collapse and exhaustion may occur;
- Alcohol or other substance abuse is also common.
At the onset of the disease, most people will have no self-awareness and are unwilling to admit that they are sick and seek medical treatment, which will seriously affect their daily life and work.
2. "Hypomania" that is easy to ignore
Hypomania, as the name suggests, is less severe than mania and is mainly reflected in the symptoms and effects.
Hypomanic episodes generally do not have psychotic symptoms such as delusions, and have little impact on daily work, life, and Xi.
Because of this, hypomanic episodes are easily overlooked, even by close ones.
Whether it's a manic episode or a hypomanic episode, once it's diagnosed, it's diagnosed with another disorder – bipolar disorder.
3. Talk about bipolar disorder
According to ICD-11 (International Classification of Diseases Eleventh Edition), patients with bipolar disorder can present with several different episode forms: manic episodes, hypomanic episodes, manic episodes + depressive episodes, hypomanic episodes + depressive episodes.
That is, in addition to the hypomanic/manic episodes mentioned above, if it is a hypomanic/manic episode and there is a depressive episode, it will also be diagnosed as bipolar disorder – from this point of view, the name bipolar disorder will be better understood.
In life, if there are obvious abnormal changes in mood, temper, speech, behavior, etc., such as high emotion, irritability, low emotion, etc., as well as verbal and behavioral changes consistent with emotions, which last for a long time (as short as a few days to weeks), or even because of emotional influence, there are obvious impulsive attacks on suicidal speech/behavior, resulting in obvious impairment in personal and family daily work, life, and Xi, etc., it may be necessary to be vigilant and it is recommended to seek medical attention in time.
4. How to treat bipolar disorder diagnosed with bipolar disorder?
So, can bipolar disorder be treated?
To be sure, bipolar disorder is curable. With effective treatment, many patients are able to live a happy and complete life.
At the same time, we have to face the reality that bipolar disorder has a high recurrence rate.
Studies have shown that even with the most optimal medical regimens, the recurrence rate is not low: about 40% at 1 year, 60% at 2 years, and 75% at 5 years after an acute exacerbation.
On the other hand, medication adherence is also a challenge in the treatment of bipolar disorder.
Studies have shown that the non-compliance rate of patients with bipolar disorder with medication within 1 year is about 30%~47%, and less than half of the patients can continue to adhere to medication during the symptom remission stage.
If possible, in addition to the main drug treatment, a variety of treatment strategies should be combined to promote the patient's recovery, such as physical therapy, psychotherapy, and sociological strategies.
At the same time, the effective treatment of bipolar disorder also requires the cooperation and cooperation of patients, family members, and other important stakeholders (such as employers, teachers, colleagues, etc.). Only with the participation of multiple parties can it be possible to guarantee effective and sustained treatment and strive for a better recovery.
We are all ordinary people who eat whole grains, and we have experienced all kinds of situations in the world, and it is inevitable that there will be some emotional fluctuations from time to time, so there is no need to be too afraid. As long as it doesn't have a big negative impact on the rhythm of daily work and life, try to deal with it calmly.
And those states that allow ourselves to be properly hi are not only not a bad thing, but can help us improve our reaction and action efficiency. Why not, if we are in better shape and harmless to humans and animals?) (Of course, don't choose drugs or other illegal/harmful ways to pursue this kind of high state.) ）
If the problem of mood swings is obviously a drag on the efficiency of work and study Xi, then it is recommended to go to the doctor for consultation. For patients and friends, for the sake of long-term recovery and a happy life, it is the best policy to follow the doctor's instructions.
Thank you for your interest and wish you all the best and good health.