What does bipolar disorder? Continued

Today we will talk about the symptoms of Major Depressive episode.

A major depressive episode is a period of at least two weeks in which a person has at least five of the following symptoms -Intense sadness or despair 

-loss of interest in activities the person wants enjoyed.

-Feelings of worthlessness or guilt. 

-Fatigue

- Increased or decreased sleep.

- Increased or decreased appetite.

-Restlessness example pacing or slowed speech or movement.

- Difficulty concentrating. 

-Frequent thoughts of death or suicide.

Major depressive episode can occur as part of bipolar disorder or depression . Both bipolar depressive disorder and depression are treatable mental health conditions. In my next post I will talk about the treatment of bipolar disorder.