What is bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder, (also known as manic depression) is a serious mental illness that causes unusual and severe mood changes. The person may experience 'highs' (clinically known as mania) and 'lows' (known as depression), which may persist for a few days or many weeks. The person may experience distinct episodes of mania and depression, and these episodes may switch rapidly, even multiple times in one week.

What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?

•A feeling of absolute happiness that nothing (not even bad news or tragic events) can change things
• Sudden rage or extreme irritability
• May have highly ambitious delusions or strong beliefs that do not have a logical reasoning. The person may claim that he or she has a special connection with God, celebrities, or historical characters.
• Unrealistic beliefs in one's abilities. For example, the person may think that nothing can prevent them from accomplishing a difficult task.
• Inability to control impulsive actions and risky behavior like splurging on unwanted things, foolish business investments, reckless driving, or extreme sexual behavior.