Mixed Manic and Depressive Features
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Charles Carlson, DO, MS (Psychiatry)

Dr. Carlson graduated from Touro University in Nevada with a degree in osteopathic medicine. He then trained as a resident in Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals where he was also a chief resident and completed a fellowship in Public and Community Psychiatry. After training, he started practicing in | Addiction Psychiatry at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs where he also teaches Psychiatry residents.

Yu Shirai, MD

Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)

Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.

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  • Sometimes feel down/depressed but frustrated and/or impatient at other times

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About the Symptom

This can be a mixed episode of bipolar disorder that includes a mixture of both manic symptoms and depressive symptoms. Manic symptoms may include some of the following: elevated, expansive or irritable mood, very high self esteem, more talkative or pressured speech, easily distracted, abrupt changes from one topic to another or racing thoughts, increased energy or goal directed activity, excessive involvement in pleasurable activities that have a high potential for painful consequences, and decreased need for sleep. Depressive symptoms may include depressed mood, changes in sleep, diminished interest or pleasure in most activities, low energy, low motivation, poor concentration, poor appetite, excessive guilt, thoughts of worthlessness, recurrent thoughts about death or suicide.

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Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms

  • Mixed manic and depressive features

Possible Causes

Generally, Mixed manic and depressive features can be related to:

  • Bipolar disorder

    A disorder marked by extreme and persistent shifts in mood that last for weeks to months, from periods of sustained depression to periods of elevated mood and euphoria. The precise cause is unclear, but genetic and environmental factors contribute.

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  • Do you experience mood swings?

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Charles Carlson, DO, MS

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Dr. Carlson graduated from Touro University in Nevada with a degree in osteopathic medicine. He then trained as a resident in Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals where he was also a chief resident and completed a fellowship in Public and Community Psychiatry. After training, he started practicing in | Addiction Psychiatry at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs where he also teaches Psychiatry residents.

Yu Shirai, MD

Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)

Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.

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