Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. What is another newer name for manic-depressive illness?"
...1. Alzheimer's 2. schizophrenia 3. dementia 4. bipolar disorder Persons with a bipolar disorder experience severe mood swings. A host of behaviors can be present during these times including poor judgement, inability to control temper, and uncontrolled eating or spending. Treatments include medications, electroconvulsive therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation.