Do you know about mental illness? Anxiety Disorder Anxiety disorders can cause intense fear, anxiety, and tension that persist for long periods of time and significantly affect daily life. People may experience strong stress in situations such as talking with others, going outside, or worrying about the future, sometimes accompanied by physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, shortness of breath, or trembling. Depression Depression can cause persistent feelings of deep sadness and loss of motivation, making everyday life difficult. People may lose interest in things they once enjoyed and experience extreme fatigue, insomnia, or feelings of self-hatred. Mania Mania is a state in which mood becomes abnormally elevated, leading to excessive activity and confidence. People may feel they do not need sleep, act impulsively, or become unusually irritable. Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is a condition characterized by recurring depressive and manic episodes. There may be periods where a person becomes unable to do anything due to severe depression, followed by periods of elevated mood and excessive activity. These drastic emotional and behavioral changes can greatly affect daily life and relationships. What can you do for them? Symptoms and experiences vary from person to person. Please refer to medical professionals and official health organizations for more detailed information. This work is not intended to insult or discriminate against people with mental illnesses. The creator also lives with bipolar disorder, and created this work in hopes of expressing, even in a small way, the feelings surrounding bipolar disorder, the pain of having one’s life suddenly changed, and the sense of disconnect from others that can come with it.
