Mania is a condition that causes someone to display a noticeably heightened level of activity, energy and mood. If you’re experiencing a manic episode, you may feel a euphoria that puts you on top of the world. Talking quickly, sleeping very little, being easily distractible and having delusions of grandeur are also symptoms of mania.
What Happens During a Manic Episode?
Mania involves an abnormally high level of physical and mental activity and behavior that represents a noticeable departure from how you usually act. The change in your mood is severe enough to disrupt your life.
Due to the unrealistic beliefs that accompany mania, someone experiencing a manic period might expend a great deal of time and energy working on projects like a new business idea, even if they have no plan or funding for their concept. If you feel invincible, you may also engage in risky behavior such as gambling or going on a shopping spree.
What Causes Mania?
Mania can be present with several mental health conditions, including the following.
- Bipolar I disorder
- Seasonal affective disorder
- Postpartum psychosis
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Cyclothymia
You may be more prone to mania if you have a family history of mental health disorders, are under an unusually high amount of stress or are struggling to cope with a significant life change. Mania can also be a side effect of drug and alcohol misuse.
Early signs of a manic episode can last weeks to months. Since manic episodes can be unpredictable, you’ll need to keep track of your moods in a journal or ask close friends and family members to tell you if they notice any changes from your typical behavior. Knowing your triggers can help you prepare for an episode, lessen its effects or prevent it from happening at all.
Mania Treatments
It’s possible to treat mental health issues with a combination of therapy and lifestyle changes. In some cases, your health provider may prescribe you a medication such as a mood stabilizer, antidepressant or antipsychotic.
You might also find it beneficial to join a support group. There, you can talk to other people who have had similar experiences and share the healthy coping mechanisms you have learned for taking better care of your well-being.
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