Hypomania and mania are both mood disorders that are characterised by periods of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, increased energy, and decreased need for sleep. However, there are some key differences between the two conditions.
Duration
Hypomania typically lasts for at least 4 days, while mania lasts for at least 7 days.
Intensity
The symptoms of mania are more intense than the symptoms of hypomania.
Functional impairment
Mania can cause significant functional impairment, such as problems at work, school, or in relationships. Hypomania may not cause as much functional impairment, but it can still be disruptive.
Psychosis
Mania can be accompanied by psychosis, which is a loss of contact with reality. Hypomania does not typically involve psychosis.
Both hypomania and mania are often associated with bipolar disorder, a mental health condition that causes episodes of mania and depression. However, hypomania can also occur in other conditions, such as borderline personality disorder and substance abuse.
Early diagnosis and treatment can help to prevent the condition from getting worse and can improve your quality of life.
Here are some of the symptoms of hypomania and mania:
* Elevated mood
* Increased energy
* Decreased need for sleep
* Racing thoughts
* Increased talkativeness
* Increased activity
* Increased risk-taking
* Distractibility
* Irritability
* Grandiose thoughts
* Delusions
* Hallucinations
Treatment for hypomania and mania typically includes medication and therapy.
Here are some tips for managing hypomania and mania:
* Get enough sleep.
* Eat a healthy diet.
* Exercise regularly.
* Avoid caffeine and alcohol.
* Manage stress.
* Talk to a therapist or counselor.
* Take your medication as prescribed.
With proper treatment, people with hypomania and mania can live full and productive lives.