Manic depression also referred to as bipolar disorder is a major mood disorder characterized by significant mood swings and depression and gender as well.  It is different from clinical depression by causing mania. It affects both men and women, but women are more likely to experience less manic but more depressive symptoms than men.  Manic depression is a serious condition, especially when the patient experiences hallucinations, sleeplessness and grandiose delusions. Manic Depression Symptoms Manic depression is believed to be hereditary. It usually appears at the age between 15 and 24 and endures throughout the lifetime of the patient. Manic depression symptoms vary from individual to individual. However, the most common symptoms include loss of interest in activities which they have previously enjoyed, persistent anxious, sad or empty mood, increased irritability, excessive crying, reduced energy level, difficulty in concentrating things, suicidal thoughts and attempts, increased feeling of hopelessness and guilt, social withdrawal and changes in sleep pattern. Some people may even experience physical symptoms like chronic pain and headache. Manic depression symptoms also include increased physical agitation, reduced need for rest and sleep, too much involvement in pleasurable activities that may cause painful outcomes, excessive talkativeness, increased sex drive and increased denial. Manic Depression Effects Manic depression effects may be experienced at any age in an adult life. A manic depressive episode may last from several days to months. It may cause serious effects on the patient’s work and personal life. Employers may find the employee with this disorder under performing ...

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