Approximately 50% of individuals with major depression will experience a manic episode.

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Major depression and manic episodes are actually two different diagnostic categories in the DSM-5 (the manual used to diagnose mental disorders). While it is possible for someone with major depression to later develop bipolar disorder (which includes both depressive and manic episodes), experiencing a manic episode would mean the individual is no longer solely experiencing major depression. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that approximately 50% of individuals with major depression will experience a manic episode.

Approximately 50% of Individuals with Major Depression Will Experience a Manic