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General Information - Depressive and Manic Disorders
Disorders that fall under this general classification manifest in sufferers as some combination of periods of depressive and/or manic moods.
Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings and sense of well-being. Depressed people may feel sad, anxious, empty, hopeless, worried, helpless, worthless, guilty, irritable, hurt, or restless. They may lose interest in activities that once were pleasurable, experience loss of appetite or overeating, have problems concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions, and may contemplate or attempt suicide. Insomnia, excessive sleeping, fatigue, loss of energy, or aches, pains, or digestive problems that are resistant to treatment may also be present.
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depression_(mood)
Mania is a state of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels. In a sense, it is the opposite of depression.Mania varies in intensity, from mild mania (hypomania) to full-blown mania with psychotic features, including hallucinations, delusion of grandeur, suspiciousness, catatonic behaviour, aggression, and a preoccupation with thoughts and schemes that may lead to self-neglect.Manic persons often can be mistaken for being on drugs or other mind-altering substances.
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mania
Major depressive disorder is characterized by episodes of all-encompassing low mood accompanied by low self-esteem and loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities.Major depressive disorder is a disabling condition that adversely affects a person's family, work or school life, sleeping and eating habits, and general health.
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_depressive_disorder
Bipolar disorder is any of a number of disorder subtypes that present as episodes of mania, often but not always alternating with depressive episodes.
- Bipolar I: One or more manic episodes.
- Bipolar II: No manic episodes, but one or more hypomanic episodes and at least one major depressive episode.
- Cyclothymia - Similar to Bipolar II, but the depressive episodes do not meet the criteria for major depression.
- Bipolar NOS - Any other presentation of bipolar disorder that does not fit within another existing subtype
Dysthymia - Similar to major depressive disorder, with less severe but longer lasting depressive episodes and persisting for at least two years.
Warning Signs that your child may have a depressive and/or manic disorder:
Depression and mania have very different presentations. If your child exhibits symptoms of either depression or mania or both, it might be prudent to get a more indepth examination done. Any exact diagnosis of a possible manic/depressive disorder should be made by a qualified psychologist or psychiatrist. People with this type of disorder may suffer from one or any of the following at different times - depression, mania, hypomania or mixed episodes.
Signs of depression:
Signs of mania:
Signs of hypomania:
Hypomania is a less severe form of mania. People in a hypomanic state feel euphoric, energetic, and productive, but they are able to carry on with their day-to-day lives and they never lose touch with reality. To others, it may seem as if people with hypomania are merely in an unusually good mood. However, hypomania can result in bad decisions that harm relationships, careers, and reputations. In addition, hypomania often escalates to full-blown mania or is followed by a major depressive episode.
Signs of a mixed episode:
A mixed episode of bipolar disorder features symptoms of both mania or hypomania and depression. Common signs of a mixed episode include depression combined with agitation, irritability, anxiety, insomnia, distractibility, and racing thoughts. This combination of high energy and low mood makes for a particularly high risk of suicide.
From http://www.helpguide.org/mental/bipolar_disorder_symptoms_treatment.htm
©Helpguide.org. All rights reserved. Helpguide.org is an ad-free non-profit resource for supporting better mental health and lifestyle choices for adults and children.’
How can Depression or Mania disorders affect my child?
Each individual's experience is different. Some people may have ongoing chronic moods that affect their everyday lives, but do not prevent them from taking care of themselves. Others may have long periods free of symptoms, then suddenly suffer severe episodes that leave them unable to take care of themselves, attend school, socialize, and so on.
Options for Children with Depression or Mania Disorders
There are as many ways to treat depression and mania as there are sufferers of such episodes. A qualified medical professional can offer options tailored to each individual case. Psychotherapy is one common treatment, where the child works with a psychologist to manage his issues. Medication is also another common option, especially where the child has more severe episodes. Some examples of less commonly used treatments are biological therapies such as electroconvulsive therapy or deep brain simulation, acupuncture, or lifestyle and diet changes. Not all treatments will be effective for all cases.
Depression and Mania in the Classroom
Depression in the Classroom
Mania in the Classroom
Depression/Mania Resources
Canadian Mental Health Association
http://www.cmha.ca/mental-health/understanding-mental-illness/bipolar-disorder/
Depression Hurts
http://www.depressionhurts.ca/en/
Students FIRST Project
http://studentsfirstproject.org/
Disorders that fall under this general classification manifest in sufferers as some combination of periods of depressive and/or manic moods.
Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings and sense of well-being. Depressed people may feel sad, anxious, empty, hopeless, worried, helpless, worthless, guilty, irritable, hurt, or restless. They may lose interest in activities that once were pleasurable, experience loss of appetite or overeating, have problems concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions, and may contemplate or attempt suicide. Insomnia, excessive sleeping, fatigue, loss of energy, or aches, pains, or digestive problems that are resistant to treatment may also be present.
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depression_(mood)
Mania is a state of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels. In a sense, it is the opposite of depression.Mania varies in intensity, from mild mania (hypomania) to full-blown mania with psychotic features, including hallucinations, delusion of grandeur, suspiciousness, catatonic behaviour, aggression, and a preoccupation with thoughts and schemes that may lead to self-neglect.Manic persons often can be mistaken for being on drugs or other mind-altering substances.
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mania
Major depressive disorder is characterized by episodes of all-encompassing low mood accompanied by low self-esteem and loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities.Major depressive disorder is a disabling condition that adversely affects a person's family, work or school life, sleeping and eating habits, and general health.
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_depressive_disorder
Bipolar disorder is any of a number of disorder subtypes that present as episodes of mania, often but not always alternating with depressive episodes.
- Bipolar I: One or more manic episodes.
- Bipolar II: No manic episodes, but one or more hypomanic episodes and at least one major depressive episode.
- Cyclothymia - Similar to Bipolar II, but the depressive episodes do not meet the criteria for major depression.
- Bipolar NOS - Any other presentation of bipolar disorder that does not fit within another existing subtype
Dysthymia - Similar to major depressive disorder, with less severe but longer lasting depressive episodes and persisting for at least two years.
Warning Signs that your child may have a depressive and/or manic disorder:
Depression and mania have very different presentations. If your child exhibits symptoms of either depression or mania or both, it might be prudent to get a more indepth examination done. Any exact diagnosis of a possible manic/depressive disorder should be made by a qualified psychologist or psychiatrist. People with this type of disorder may suffer from one or any of the following at different times - depression, mania, hypomania or mixed episodes.
Signs of depression:
- Feeling hopeless, sad, or empty.
- Irritability
- Inability to experience pleasure
- Fatigue or loss of energy
- Physical and mental sluggishness
- Appetite or weight changes
- Sleep problems
- Concentration and memory problems
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Thoughts of death or suicide
Signs of mania:
- Feeling unusually “high” and optimistic OR extremely irritable
- Unrealistic, grandiose beliefs about one’s abilities or powers
- Sleeping very little, but feeling extremely energetic
- Talking so rapidly that others can’t keep up
- Racing thoughts; jumping quickly from one idea to the next
- Highly distractible, unable to concentrate
- Impaired judgment and impulsiveness
- Acting recklessly without thinking about the consequences
- Delusions and hallucinations (in severe cases)
Signs of hypomania:
Hypomania is a less severe form of mania. People in a hypomanic state feel euphoric, energetic, and productive, but they are able to carry on with their day-to-day lives and they never lose touch with reality. To others, it may seem as if people with hypomania are merely in an unusually good mood. However, hypomania can result in bad decisions that harm relationships, careers, and reputations. In addition, hypomania often escalates to full-blown mania or is followed by a major depressive episode.
Signs of a mixed episode:
A mixed episode of bipolar disorder features symptoms of both mania or hypomania and depression. Common signs of a mixed episode include depression combined with agitation, irritability, anxiety, insomnia, distractibility, and racing thoughts. This combination of high energy and low mood makes for a particularly high risk of suicide.
From http://www.helpguide.org/mental/bipolar_disorder_symptoms_treatment.htm
©Helpguide.org. All rights reserved. Helpguide.org is an ad-free non-profit resource for supporting better mental health and lifestyle choices for adults and children.’
How can Depression or Mania disorders affect my child?
Each individual's experience is different. Some people may have ongoing chronic moods that affect their everyday lives, but do not prevent them from taking care of themselves. Others may have long periods free of symptoms, then suddenly suffer severe episodes that leave them unable to take care of themselves, attend school, socialize, and so on.
Options for Children with Depression or Mania Disorders
There are as many ways to treat depression and mania as there are sufferers of such episodes. A qualified medical professional can offer options tailored to each individual case. Psychotherapy is one common treatment, where the child works with a psychologist to manage his issues. Medication is also another common option, especially where the child has more severe episodes. Some examples of less commonly used treatments are biological therapies such as electroconvulsive therapy or deep brain simulation, acupuncture, or lifestyle and diet changes. Not all treatments will be effective for all cases.
Depression and Mania in the Classroom
Depression in the Classroom
Mania in the Classroom
Depression/Mania Resources
Canadian Mental Health Association
http://www.cmha.ca/mental-health/understanding-mental-illness/bipolar-disorder/
Depression Hurts
http://www.depressionhurts.ca/en/
Students FIRST Project
http://studentsfirstproject.org/
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