No matter how much research I do I can't get a solid answer for the "standard" length of manic / depressive episodes. I know that this varies from person to person, but I've read everything from 1-2 weeks to 4-6 months. Personally, my episodes last about 3 months at a time. I'm much better at recognizing when I'm experiencing mania than I am at recognizing depression.

So what's the answer for YOU? Also, do you have trouble identifying when you're experiencing a manic or depressive episode?