Dual phase

The dual phase is a phase during which the manic syndrome changes to a depressive one (or vice versa) without a gap between them.

Normally, in a patient with bipolar disorder, phase changes occur with periods of remission between them. However, in some cases there may be a direct transition from the manic phase to the depressive phase and vice versa. This phenomenon is called a double phase.

In a dual phase, the symptoms of one phase (for example, manic) are sharply replaced by the opposite symptoms of another phase (depressive). The transition is very fast, without any gap between states.

Dual phases are characterized by high severity of the disease. They indicate an unstable affective state and require the attention of a psychiatrist to select adequate therapy. The presence of dual phases significantly worsens the prognosis of bipolar disorder.

Title: "The danger of dual or bipolar disorder"

The dual phase is a temporary change in mood that characterizes manic or depressive syndrome without intermediate states. This condition can be dangerous to a person's health and life, as it is associated with a serious mental disorder—bipolar disorder.

Manic syndrome is characterized by increased activity, feelings of happiness, energy, a desire for activity and a low need for sleep. However, these symptoms can develop into extreme forms such as impulsive behavior and aggressiveness. At the same time, a person can constantly talk about his achievements in combination with an assessment of a positive life situation. The duration of the manic phase can last from several hours to several weeks.

Depressive syndrome, on the contrary, is characterized by emotional instability, low libido, sadness, irritability, indecisiveness and drowsiness. During the depressive phase, a person may feel hopeless, joyless, and sluggish. He may completely refuse any activity. Continued