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hey
just out of interest what are the symptoms of bipolar disorder(manic depression as it used to be known)
any input welcome
thank you
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just out of interest what are the symptoms of bipolar disorder(manic depression as it used to be known)
any input welcome
thank you
hyper ness:hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper:
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Bipolar disorder is characterized by an alternating pattern of emotional highs (mania) and lows (depression). The intensity of the associated signs and symptoms varies. Bipolar disorder can range from a mild condition to a severe condition, and there may be periods of normal behavior.
Manic phase
For many people, signs and symptoms in the manic phase may include:
Feelings of euphoria, extreme optimism and inflated self-esteem
Rapid speech, racing thoughts, agitation and increased physical activity
Poor judgment
Recklessness or taking chances not normally taken
Difficulty sleeping
Tendency to be easily distracted
Inability to concentrate
Aggressive behavior
Depressive phase
In the depressive phase, signs and symptoms include:
Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, guilt or hopelessness
Disturbances in sleep and appetite
Fatigue and loss of interest in daily activities
Problems concentrating
Irritability
Chronic pain without a known cause
Recurring thoughts of suicide
Link includes:
Signs and symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
When to seek medical advice
Screening and diagnosis
Complications
Treatment
Self-care
Coping skills
From the Mayo Clinic
Hope they help.
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cheers muchly
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pretty much. Symptoms like those listed happen to everyone, the difference is that they is usually a cause for it when people who aren't bipolar feel those emotions and their reaction is usually in a reasonable proportion to the cause.
thing is i believe the reason my friends went for the bipolar diagnosis straight away is cos i couldnt explain why i either felt down or up it just happened and happened very quickly-i also think the whole i can fly thing didnt help that much especially when i said i was going to prove it as i felt so indestructable at the time-now on the way down so know its not possible
hmm maybe apparently they did get quite scared and been talking about me behind my back as their "worried"-i dont know just have to wait and see-does anyone know anyone with bipolar?
You called
The best thing HP would be to get yourself to your GP for a check up. Be as honest and truthful as you can about your situation(s).
I can't really add to the sypmtons/conditions as that's already been quite fully covered. I don't know if anyone said anything about paranoia. I suffered from that for a while and it was one of the most distressing times of my life. Not being able to tell reality from the what your brain's making up is fucking awful.
A lot of people also don't realise they're bi-polar. When i'm hyper i don't. I just feel so good, and alive and sort of indestructible. Been told that i'm quite scary when like that as i can't be talked to and won't listen.
when ive been on highs thats how i feel and my friends have been scared bout what im going to do-and the way i speak apparently changes as i just constantly chatter abpout nothing and at high speed.
thanks rubberskin-how do you manage your bipolar?
I take citalopram for depression/panic attacks/anxiety.(it took me a long time to find the right anti-D) Diazepam when and where i need it. Been on and off lithium for ages, but i really hate that drug. Had a few courses of ECT in my time, helped a bit but it's a bit scary. I was on an anti epilepsy drug for a while(it also helps with mood swings), can't remember it's name, but it started to intefer with my HIV meds so had to come off it. In fact i can't take a lot of drugs for bi-polar or depression because of the way some of HIV medication works.
I don't do counselling and stuff like that. Tried it several times but I'm one of the peeps it just doesn't seem to work for, but that's not to say i don't believe in counselling/psychotherapy etc. I've seen it work wonders on people, it's just not for me.
All in all i just seem to stumble along doing the best i can. I often won't post on here for a day or two when i'm hyper, for the best i think which is why i might disappear for a bit.
:yes: I get this alot as well. However, I've had problems with this for several years so for me it's probably just mood swings and nothing to worry about.
A friend of mine said the same thing to me yesterday I think (she suffers from depression) and says that CBT is better for her.
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Going slightly OT, but what os the difference between counselling & CBT?
CBT
I thik though there has to be more than one definate episode of mania within a certain amount of time for them to start diagnosing etc etc.
there is something called bipolar 2 disorder, where you have 'hypomania', which is basically a less severe mania that what bipolar 1 experiences.
i dont know i dont believe it i cant sorry