Manic Depression

Definition Manic Depression is an illness in the brain that is shown through extreme sadness and loss of interest or periods of an extremely elevated mood. There are two types of manic depression: major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder..

Symptoms Symptoms of major depressive disorder: - significant change in weight - insomnia or hypersomnia (excessive sleep) - psychomotor agitation or retardation - fatigue or loss of energy - feelings of worthlessness or inappropriate guilt. - diminished ability to think or to concentrate, or uncertainty. - recurring thoughts of death or suicide and/or suicide attempts.