Depressive Episodes
Severe, long-lasting sense of despair, hopelessness, or emotional emptiness
Wanting to stay in bed for one or more days without being physically ill
Sleeping more than normal or exhausted yet unable to sleep
Aches and pains with no apparent physical origin
Major changes in appetite
Lethargic, low energy or restlessness and agitation
Lack of interest or pleasure in usual pursuits
Avoiding daily responsibilities
Social withdrawal
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
Difficulty making decisions
Hostile, quick to anger
Deep, constant sadness
Sudden outburst (such as crying) for seemingly no reason
Inability to concentrate
Pessimism, hopelessness, and anxiety
Psychosis; hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders
Suicidal thoughts or attempt
Mixed episode is characterized by simultaneous mania and depression or alternating moods during the day.
Mixed mania is characterized by episodes that consist of a blend of mania (or hypomania) and depression.

