Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder involves extreme mood swings between depressive and manic episodes. Understanding these symptoms is crucial for early diagnosis and management.
Manic Episode Symptoms
Mood & Energy
- •Extremely elevated or irritable mood
- •Excessive energy and decreased need for sleep
- •Racing thoughts and rapid speech
- •Inflated self-esteem or grandiosity
Behavior Changes
- •Increased goal-directed activity
- •Reckless spending or risky behavior
- •Increased talkativeness or pressured speech
- •Involvement in high-risk activities
Depressive Episode Symptoms
Depressive episodes in bipolar disorder include:
- •Persistent sad, empty, or hopeless mood
- •Loss of interest in activities
- •Significant fatigue and low energy
- •Sleep disturbances (insomnia or oversleeping)
- •Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- •Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- •Appetite changes and weight fluctuation
- •Thoughts of death or suicide
Types of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar I Disorder
At least one manic episode lasting 7+ days with significant impairment, alternating with depressive episodes.
Bipolar II Disorder
Hypomanic episodes (less severe than mania) alternating with depressive episodes. No full manic episodes.
When to See a Psychiatrist
- ✓Extreme mood swings between highs and lows
- ✓Manic episodes lasting 7+ days with impaired functioning
- ✓Reckless behavior during elevated mood periods
- ✓Family history of bipolar disorder or mental illness
- ✓Thoughts of suicide during depressive episodes
Why Choose Dr Sidharth Sood
Elite Medical Credentials
- ✓ DM Addiction Psychiatry – AIIMS New Delhi (rare specialization - only 5-10 specialists per year in India)
- ✓ MD Psychiatry – Institute of Human Behaviour & Allied Sciences (IHBAS)
- ✓ DNB Psychiatry – National Board of Examinations
- ✓ MBBS – Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi
Proven Expertise
- ✓ Evidence-based psychiatric treatment with latest protocols
- ✓ Addiction psychiatry specialist with DM qualification
- ✓ Advanced neuromodulation therapies (TMS, Theta Burst Stimulation)
- ✓ Personalized treatment plans with proven recovery outcomes
Our Treatment Approach
Comprehensive Evaluation
Thorough psychiatric assessment to understand your unique condition and treatment needs
Evidence-Based Care
Latest medications, therapies and protocols based on clinical research and best practices
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Bipolar Disorder in Delhi
Dr Sidharth Sood provides expert bipolar disorder across multiple convenient locations in Delhi and NCR region. Serving patients from various areas of Delhi with personalized psychiatric care.
South Delhi
Dwarka, Patel Nagar, Janakpuri
West Delhi
Nangloi, Krishan Garden, Najafgarh
Central Delhi
New Delhi, Karol Bagh, Paharganj
East Delhi
Noida, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida
NCR Region
Gurgaon, Sonipat, Faridabad
Why Delhi Patients Choose Dr Sidharth Sood
- ✓ Multiple convenient clinic locations across Delhi and NCR for easy access
- ✓ Online consultations available for patients across Delhi and India
- ✓ AIIMS-trained specialist with DM Addiction Psychiatry from India's leading medical institute
- ✓ Evening appointments available for working professionals in Delhi
- ✓ Confidential and compassionate care in South Delhi's premier mental health clinic
Manage Bipolar Disorder with Professional Care
With proper treatment and management, people with bipolar disorder can achieve stability and lead fulfilling lives.