What is bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic-depression) is a condition in which a person typically experiences dramatic "mood swings" from periods of extremely elevated moods (mania) to extremely low moods (depression). In most cases, bipolar disorder first appears in young adults, but children and adolescents might also suffer from this disorder.
What are the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is characterized by two extremes - the polar opposites that give the condition its name.
Signs and symptoms of the manic phase (Bipolar I):
euphoria, feeling "high"
agitation, edginess, irritability, restlessness
racing thoughts, talkativeness
increased energy, sleeplessness
inflated self-esteem; grandiosity; poor judgment
reckless spending sprees or other activities with high potential for painful consequences
delusions or hallucinations
drug or alcohol use
increased sexual drive
aggressive behavior
inability to concentrate well
For the more serious stages syptoms and a more detailed explaination go here
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/bipolar_disorder_symptoms_treatment.htm
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2006-06-09 06:50:59
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answered by ♥-=-TLCNJ19-=-♥ 5
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Yipes, You sure have a big question.
Depressed cycles are characterized by any or all of the symptoms of major depressive disorder .
Manic cycles are characterized by any of the following symptoms, provided at least three last at least one week:
Inflated Self-esteem or grandiosity;
Decreased need for sleep;
Rapid speech or excessive talkativeness;
Agitation and increase in activity (social, sexual, etc.);
Inability to sustain concentration--easily distracted by unimportant stimuli;
Intensive nvolvement in high risk activities (excessive spending, recklessness, sexual promiscuity, etc.) with no recognition of potentially painful consequences.
Mania often affects thinking and judgement, and while manic episodes may seem unusual or overtly obvious to an outside observer, manic episodes seem normal to the patient. Manic individuals often do not see their behavior as extreme. They may even deny vehemently that their behavior is out of the ordinary.
Furthermore, manic individuals especially enjoy the feeling of euphoria that accompanies a manic episode.
2006-06-09 06:49:59
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answered by Puppy Zwolle 7
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Bi-polar is oftentimes rough to diagnose. You ought to investigate out a certified Psychiatrist to assess if you happen to fairly are Bi-polar or now not. If you're a feminine you can also simply have a hormone in steadiness that are inflicting temper swings eg. Birth manipulate tabs, menopause (relying on age) and so on.. GP will refer you to a Psychiatrist in which he/she is going to bring out unique exams corresponding to Blood stress, Sugar stages, Blood exams and so on.. Anything that might mimic a "intellectual main issue". Dr will examine the exams and rule out any feasible motive. He/she is going to begin with unique inquiries to diagnose you. I used to be identified with Bi-polar sickness 1year in the past. Symptoms are random... manic (pleasure) that might final for a couple of hours or days. One can end up very ruin much less and careless. Aggressive, brain-racing, tremendously completely happy for no motive, paranoia, irritable and suicidal. After one studies a manic segment, the "deppo" mode units in. One turns into VERY deppressed... Dont wanna go away your residence, irritable, tearfull, very unhappy and suicidal. On the brilliant part...Bi-polar can also be dealt with. With the correct treatment and counselling you'll be able to be cured! It all takes time.
2016-09-08 22:43:34
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answered by lounsberry 4
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This link gives you the symptoms.
http://www.alternativedepressiontherapy.com/Bipolar-Symptoms.html
2006-06-09 06:48:32
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answered by happy_fairy_gurl 5
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you just described it
2006-06-09 06:47:36
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answered by chef spicey 5
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you
2006-06-09 06:47:31
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answered by Crazy 1
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