Manic Episode- What is it and how to Cope?
2 min readFeb 8, 2023
A mania episode, also called a manic episode or simply a “manic”, is an extremely intense and out of the ordinary state of mind, when an individual experiences feelings of excitement, high energy, agitation, sleeplessness, and self-confidence. It is a common symptom associated with the mental illness known as bipolar disorder. The two most common symptoms of a manic episode are an abnormally long period of elevated or irritable mood, and pervasive physical and psychomotor agitation.
Various triggers can lead to a manic episode. These can include extreme stress, life changes, substance abuse, or medical conditions such as thyroid disease. Additionally, people with a family history of bipolar disorder have an increased risk of developing the illness and experiencing manic episodes.
There is currently no cure for bipolar disorder, but it can be managed and the symptoms of a manic episode.
