Group 2, which experiences manic and depressive symptoms, exhibits signs of bipolar disorder, a serious mental health condition requiring treatment such as psychotherapy and medication.
Members of group 2, who experience both manic and depressive symptoms, have symptoms consistent with bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, is characterized by swings between manic episodes, which can include elevated mood, increased energy, and decreased need for sleep, and depressive episodes, which manifest as feelings of intense sadness, loss of interest in activities, and other symptoms similar to major depression. Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition that can significantly affect an individual's ability to function in daily life.
It is essential to distinguish between mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. While mood disorders predominantly impact a person's emotional state, personality disorders involve long-term patterns of behavior and thought that differ significantly from societal expectations. Effective treatment for bipolar disorder may include psychotherapy, medication such as mood stabilizers and antipsychotics, and sometimes other interventions such as electroconvulsive therapy.