Bipolar Awareness Program held at Indur Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Nizamabad on the occasion of World Bipolar Day | Photo credit: Special arrangement
An awareness program on Bipolar Disorder was conducted at Indur Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Nizamabad on the occasion of World Bipolar Day. The event was organized by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Nizamabad branch and IMA Telangana Mental Health Committee.
In a speech at the gathering, Dr. Vishal Akula, president of IMA Nizamabad, described bipolar disorder as a serious mental illness characterized by extreme mood swings. He explained that the term “bipolar” refers to two opposing mental states: mania, which involves elevated mood and overactivity, and depression, which is characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.
Elaborating on symptoms, he said that during manic phases, individuals may exhibit overconfidence, increased talkativeness, impulsive spending, decreased need for sleep, irritability and, in severe cases, grandiose or delusional beliefs that may require hospitalization. Hypomania, even if milder, can still affect daily functioning if unrecognized.
Published – 30 March 2026 22:23 IST
