I deal with the manic stage more often than depression. I just came out of a manic stage that lasted for 4 months. I personally hate being in a manic stage. I feel like it is worse than my depressive states that only last 2-3 days about every other month. I get irritable really quick, can't sleep, can't concentrate, jump from subject to subject without anyone having a clue, and restlessness. The worst part, and this is the only way I can describe it is I feel like electricity is running thru my body, I hate that feeling. Back to your question though, I don't understand why mania is worse than depression because in both states you can be suicidal and make terrible choices. I'm confused as well.