It is a mood disorder characterised by periods of feeling excessively cheerful and confident as well as periods of depression. These mood swings make it very difficult to be productive.
Symptoms
- Excessive sadness or elevated mood
- Irritability
- Increase or decrease in social interactions
- Change in sleeping and eating habits
- Overconfidence or decreased self confidence
- Racing thoughts or dullness
- Poor concentration
- Abnormalities in speech
Treatment