Fun Facts
Mania and Depression
What is mania?
(give best answer, it is ok not to know)
High level of energy and mood
feeling on top of the world
feeling like trying new things
being unable to slow down
racing thoughts
What is depression?
(give best answer, it is ok not to know)
feelings of sadness
low energy or feeling really tired
not interested in doing things you used to like to do
thinking very negatively about things
Can eating lots of sugar and salt effect someone's mood?
Yes, salt and sugar can change the chemicals in the body. These chemicals can lead to a person feeling more anxious or depressed.
bonus question: what is the definition of "chemical"?
Which of the following can help someone feel less depressed?
a. sleeping all day
b. going outside
c. not talking to anyone
b. going outside
When does bipolar disorder start to develop?
a. early childhood age 1-3
b. teenage years or young adult
c. older adult age 60 +
b. teenage years or young adult
Which of these is NOT a symptom of mania?
a. feeling like thoughts are super fast
b. feeling on top of the world
c. wanting to hit people
d. having lots of coffee
d. having lots of coffee
all of the other ones can be a symptom of mania but lots of coffee is not a symptom.
Is not being able to concentrate a symptom of depression?
a. yes
b. no
a. yes
What is a trigger?
a. a feeling
b. a cat
c. something that causes a symptom or worsens a symptom
c. something that causes a symptom or worsens a symptom
a. getting 8 hours of sleep
b. taking medicine on time
c. staying up all night
c. staying up all night
This can actually trigger a mood episode.
What is a mood episode?
A mood episode is a time when someone's mood becomes either very very high or very very low.
An episode is when someone does not feel balanced and they feel out of control.
Does someone having a manic episode talk a lot or not a lot?
Yes, someone who is manic will likely talk a lot. But every person is different.
Is being grumpy or irritable a symptom of depression?
a. yes
b. no
a. yes
Someone who is depressed may feel grumpy, tired, or sad all at the same time.
Which of these is are common triggers for depression?
hint: there can be more than one answer
a. lack of sleep
b. illness
c. something sad happens
d. lots of television
a. lack of sleep
b. illness
c. something sad happens
(Lots of television is not necessarily a trigger but can be bad if done excessively)
Which of the following are NOT a healthy coping skill?
a. exercising
b. watching favorite movie
c. throwing an apple
d. meditation
c. throwing an apple
This does not help to feel better.
Can someone have a manic and depressive episode at the same time?
Yes, there can be a "mixed episode" when someone has both manic and depressive symptoms all in the same day.
A person in a manic episode will usually feel very excited and energized and will be moving their body a lot.
How long does a depressive episode last?
a. forever
b. 2 weeks
c. it depends
c. it depends
Some people may feel depressed for one day or one hour.
But a depressive episode will usually last at least 2 weeks
(see how many you can name)
hormones
certain drugs or chemicals
a huge life change happening
lots of stress
not enough sleep
seasonal changes
(hint: can be multiple right answers)
a. eating healthy
b. getting enough sleep
c. drinking lots of water
d. going outside
a. eating healthy
b. getting enough sleep
c. drinking lots of water
d. going outside
ALL of these will help someone feel happier and more calm.
What are the 3 different types of bipolar disorder?
1. Bipolar 1
2. Bipolar 2
3. Cyclothymia
Some people do not fall into these categories perfectly and just have what is called "unspecified bipolar".
Is mania the same as being happy?
Not exactly. Mania can make someone feel happy, but is can also make someone feel very agitated or restless because they can't slow down.
Which of these is part of a depressive episode?
a. restless sleep
b. oversleeping
c. no appetite
d. overeating
e. all of the above
e. all of the above
Every person is different and symptoms will be different depending on the person.
Does a trigger ALWAYS lead to a mood episode?
a. yes
b. no
b. no
A trigger does not always mean a mood episode will happen but that a mood episode is more likely to happen.
Which of the following helps a manic episode?
a. buying lots of flowers
b. going driving around town
c. doing a calming activity, like listening to music
c. doing a calming activity, like listening to music