WHAT EXACTLY IS MANIC DEPRESSIVE? (dont get it mixed with ordinarey depression) plz?

Question

im 22 and a bit mad in ways i am one minute happy as a butterfly then in a split second i am raging with fury and then i am so sad i cant bare it or stop crying. i mean in one minute i get an overwhelming feeling of happiness and im content, and feel so positive that life is great and goin to be brillian , than i am so sad and cry and give up the happy feeling and its all down hill from there...honest it can change in a second literallt i dont get it , is this manic if not wat is manic

Answer 1

Manic depression is also called Bi-polar disorder.  

Answer 2

It sounds like you have bi-polar disorder. You should go to your doctor.

Answer 3

a type of bipolar disorder  

Answer 4

Depression is a medical condition that has varying levels of severity and some symptoms can vary. With manic depression known as bi-polar disorder.  It is varying moods from manic or mania through to depression.  There are periods of 'normal' mood which can vary or fluctuate.  As you can see it is a very complicated and personal disorder.  Go see your doctor, now you have some preliminary information from the gang here at answers!

Answer 5

manic depression a form of mood disorder where the sufferer has sevre mood swings. These mood swings can be from where you feel on top of the world (this is refferred to the manic state) to depressed and even psychotic. You only have to have one elevated state of mood (manic) and then depressed for a period of time to get diagnosed with manic depression

Answer 6

See bipolar disorder, at ezy build, below, in section 10, and take the quiz, if unsure, and if the results are positive, ensure you get an expert diagnosis from a mental health professional, not doctors, who are much better dealing with physical ailments, and don't diagnose complex disorders like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and borderline personality disorder often enough to develop any real expertise.

          Bipolar disorder usually involves major mood swings, which occur without apparent cause, and often over many months, or a matter of years, rather than days, as with most people (unless rapid cycling). I'd take 4 Omega 3 fish oil supplements daily, replacing 2 of them with cod liver oil supplements in the winter months, (or, as probably a better alternative to the 2 cod liver oil supplements: 1 teaspoonful of cod liver oil, with a little butter, to ensure its use; I take mine on sourdough rye bread, or toast, covered with fishpaste, and pepper, to mask the strong taste). Those people who receive adequate exposure to sunlight, daily, won't need the vitamin D from cod liver oil, but many people, particularly those in latitudes far from the equator, find this difficult, to achieve.

         If you decide to use allopathy, (modern Western medicine) I recommend trying Lithium Carbonate, or Lithium Citrate. (regular tests are necessary, for these) before trying the other mood stabilisers, but if you aren't good at taking medications regularly, drinking adequate water, and keeping up your salt intake, something else, such as  Lamictal,  or Depakote, may suit you better. Check out "lithium"  at http://www.drugs.com/, and http://crazymeds.us/ and always research medications first, (read, and keep the labels/information sheets) so you will be aware of the risks, and on the lookout for side effects. (Personally, if I wasn't bipolar type 1, and didn't experience hallucinations, or serious delusional states, I know I'd first try the orthomolecular, and Omega 3 fish oil supplements, vitamins, minerals; a herbal remedy, and a mostly raw food diet, for several months. Note: St. John's wort, and also antidepressants, may cause mania, or hypomania, in people with bipolar disorder. I'd aso eat in accordance with my "nutritional type". Enter that term in the searchbar at http://www.mercola.com/  

         If not considerably improved, after a maximum of 6 months trial period, consult your primary mental health care provider: you may be one of those who need medications to prevent this serious disorder from worsening.  If you have bipolar type 1, an antipsychotic medication may also be needed. Everyone should take the Omega 3 supplements, or preferably "krill oil" for its other health benefits: use the searchbar at http://www.mercola.com/ . Some people refuse medication, using supplements, and a selective, mostly raw food diet (I do not recommended trying this, if bipolar 1, unless you aren't troubled by hallucinations, or delusional states).

         Maintain the treatments for the depressive phase, in section 2, at:  http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris  Some topics in section 10 include: treating bipolar disorder with supplements, vitamins, minerals, and herbal remedies (except for St. John's wort, which may cause mania, or hypomania).  As with all medications, there are risks, and the possibility of side effects, which is why I inform people of the alternatives, to see if they can cope sufficiently well, without resorting to medications or, at least use less of them. Don't use medications and supplements together, without medical advice, except for Omega 3, which is safe, anytime. It is not unknown for those discontinuing medication, and trying the alternative treatments, (which are not quick to work) to lose their jobs, because of unacceptable behavio(u)r, so I'd start 1 week before vacation, and closely monitor the situation, and use medical advice.

Answer 7

Manic depression is another name for bipolar disorder.  It is peirods of depression alternating with peirods of mania.  Episodes last weeks, months, even years......it is NOT a back and forth back and forth mood can change on a dime.

Bipolar as in 2 poles.....low end is depression.....high end is mania.  (the manic part of the name "manic depression" isnt describing the depression as it sounds like your understaning of was.  It is describing the opposite pole)

Manic is racing thoughts, impulsive/reckless behavior (sexually, spending, otherwise), distorted elevated perception (think you are better then others or know better then others).  Make irrational plans (that seem perfecly rational at the time).  Ton of energy, little need for sleep (i will go on episodes of sleeping less the 3 hours a night until im to the point im so exausteed ill sleep at least 14 hours straight....but dont feel the least bit tired the whole time)   Can also have anger/rage/irritablity.

What you described does not sound like bipolar.  Can be other things.....could be as simple as hormones.  Could be thyroid problems.  Could be cycling in and out of depression.  Should see a Dr.  But you did not describe manic symptoms at all.  Manic is not just "extreamely happy"

Answer 8

Sounds like me a couple years back.  This does sound like manic depressive, sometimes referred to as bi-polar disorder.  This is a mental disorder that causes vast changes in mood for little or no reason due to a chemical imbalance.  I have lived with this disorder my entire life.  I do not take medications currently, however I've had to take them in the past and am not on them but attend therapy on a regular basis.  The treatment of this disorder varies from person to person based on the severity and how aware you are of your mood swings.  I personally am very aware and make a mental note of why I feel the way I do and act according to the logic of the emotion.   However many people can not do this and must take medication to balance the chemicals that cause the undue emotional outburst.  You should see your doctor or find a good psychiatrist (I would go with the shrink over the medical doctor because they will treat with more than just a "magic" pill) and tell them what has been going on.  Then they will prescribe the best method to address your issues.  

I wish you the best as some days can be a battle when the depression hits but be strong.  Just remember it really is all in your head and you can control it, one way or another!  

I normally would not do this but if you need someone to talk to you can email me at [e-mail].  

Answer 9

Manic depression is much like bi polar but there are few differences. If these signs you are having are very frequent through out the day then it would considered manic depression....if it only happens spuratically then it is bi polar.

Manic depression symptoms are mixing up emotions in an extreme way. Many manics resort to attempts or actual suicide. It feels like their only way out of the constant non ability to control their feelings and way of life.

Answer 10

you are see your Doctor you have the signs  

Answer 11

I'm sorry to hear this it must be really hard for. manic depression used interchangeably with bi polar mood disorder. there are meds to help you with this, which would decrease the severity of your mood swings. you should really see you GP about this, you dint have to live like this. good luck

Answer 12

manic depressive and bi-polar are the very same thing.  it sounds like you have it.  my first opinion is get counseling just in case you need medication.  it can be controlled without it though.  i have had it for over 14 years and i now control it and it doesn't control me and i do not take medication for it, but i first had to get counseling to find out exactly what i was dealing with.  i wish you all the best.