Modern society has a fast pace of life, and the pressures of life and work are relatively high. People’s spirits and emotions can often be difficult to control, leading to situations of tension and anxiety. If one can regulate themselves and learn to release stress in a timely manner, then there is no big problem. However, if one cannot self-regulate and ignores the impact of emotions, over time, the risk of developing depression is likely to increase. When it comes to depression, I believe most people are familiar with it, but do you know what the most terrifying situation of depression is? There is a type of depression called manic depression! What are the dangerous signals of manic depression? Let’s find out together.
One of the reasons that lead to manic depression is partly due to a small genetic inheritance factor. This is because the probability of lifelong illness among the first-degree relatives of patients with emotional disorders is 12%-15%, which is much higher than that of others.
Generally, the first onset of manic depression mostly occurs between the ages of 16-30, and female patients are more than male patients. Each episode typically lasts 2-6 months, and with time, the condition may worsen, posing a double blow to the physical and mental health of the patients, as well as bringing burdens to the mental well-being and lives of those around them.
Increased willful behavior. This is in direct contrast to psychomotor retardation; patients are often highly active, not like typical depression patients who tend to be sociable and enjoy socializing, with their behavior and responses being quite consistent with the external environment. They are interested in everything, yet easily distracted, feeling busy but achieving little.
Elevated mood. Initially, patients may experience headaches and frequent insomnia, but gradually, their inner being becomes filled with joy, they become very active and talkative, constantly seeking out new things. However, they also tend to be irritable, even excessively hugging and being overly affectionate with people in public without considering others’ feelings.
Self-acceptance and self-understanding—especially among young people, on the basis of self-awareness and self-understanding, one should neither deceive oneself nor overestimate or underestimate oneself. Avoid being cynical, arrogant, or excessively self-conscious, as this can lead to psychological imbalance; when faced with exam failures, professional limitations, or job difficulties, one should learn to objectively address problems, and possess the ability to adjust oneself and social relationships.
Maintaining a good emotional state is crucial. After all, emotions are a significant factor influencing physical and mental health. One must learn to control their emotions, becoming the master of their emotions rather than a slave, and should learn to manage and relieve negative emotions promptly, while using reason to suppress impulsive emotions.
In conclusion, manic depression is extremely frightening in its states of mania and depression, not simply requiring attention for negative emotions. Would you like to cross-check yourself against the two dangerous signals mentioned above to see if you are affected? To prevent manic depression, one must establish correct values in daily life, have a proper self-awareness, and learn to maintain a positive and good emotional state.
