Manic Episodes: Manic episodes are the opposite of depressive episodes and are characterized by elevated mood, excessive energy, racing thoughts, and impulsive behavior.
Bipolar Disorder: Bipolar disorder is the psychological disorder that encompasses both manic and depressive episodes. People with bipolar disorder experience extreme mood swings between mania and depression.
Major Depressive Disorder: Major depressive disorder is a specific type of depressive disorder where individuals experience persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest in activities for at least two weeks.