Grandiose delusions tend to be a symptom of those who are bipolar, particularly those who feel a particular attraction or connection to prominent figures or celebreties, such as Democratic political candidates. Indeed, the political processes of the Democratic Pparty itself in recent years can accurately be said to have exhibited characteristics similar to those afflicted with a bipolar or manic/depressive condition:
Bipolar disorder is also known as Manic-Depressive Disorder. Patient suffer from alternating, prolonged episodes of extreme elation and depression. Periods of mania are characterized by hyperactivity involving excessive participation in multiple activities (sexual, occupational, political, religious, etc.) which is unrecognized by the patient. Speech is often pressured, loud, rapid, theatrical, dramatic, difficult to interpret, with abrupt changes in topic. The most common complications of manic episodes are substance abuse and the consequences of actions resulting from impaired judgement
Persons with bipolar disorder;
are easily distracted
display grandiose delusions in which they claim a special relationship to well known person
may go days with little or no sleep and not appear tired may have very labile mood with rapid shifts to anger or depression
Periods of depression are characterized by a loss of interest in almost all daily activitiesOral problems manifested during mania are abrasion of mucosa and teeth from vigorous brushing. During depression; poor oral hygiene, rampant caries, periodontal disease, and oro-facial pain.