2006-09-21 07:12:23 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
You go from acting and feeling really depressed to feeling like you're on pot.
2006-09-21 07:13:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
That is true that you have highs and lows of feelings, but what's considered extreme and what's normal? Symptoms during the high (or manic phase) include going days without sleep, feeling invincible, misspending money (like compulsive buying), extreme creativity and productivity. Symptoms during the low (or depressed phase) would include sleeping more than usual, having no appetite, and feelings of uselessness or unworthiness.
The good news is that they have good ways of identifying bipolar and many avenues to help with medication and/or talk therapy.
2006-09-21 14:29:19 · answer #2 · answered by ht_butterfly27 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A person moods go up and down very rapidly. There thoughts move quickly, focus on just one of them is hard. Anger is usually a big part in there lives. They only feel 3 kinds of emotional and only one at a time. Depression, Anger, and Manic (Real happy). Every now and then something Else will sneak in there but that is it. All or nothing. I hope I have helped.
2006-09-21 15:11:29 · answer #3 · answered by sweetangel 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Symptoms of mania - the "highs" of bipolar disorder
Increased physical and mental activity and energy
Heightened mood, exaggerated optimism and self-confidence
Excessive irritability, aggressive behavior
Decreased need for sleep without experiencing fatigue
Grandiose delusions, inflated sense of self-importance
Racing speech, racing thoughts, flight of ideas
Impulsiveness, poor judgment, distractibility
Reckless behavior
In the most severe cases, delusions and hallucinations
Symptoms of depression - the "lows" of bipolar disorder
Prolonged sadness or unexplained crying spells
Significant changes in appetite and sleep patterns
Irritability, anger, worry, agitation, anxiety
Pessimism, indifference
Loss of energy, persistent lethargy
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness
Inability to concentrate, indecisiveness
Inability to take pleasure in former interests, social withdrawal
Unexplained aches and pains
Recurring thoughts of death or suicide
2006-09-21 14:22:23 · answer #4 · answered by Amanda B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first you may feel like you aren't worthy to get out of bed in the morning, all you want to do is sleep, and you're not good for anything. then, depending on how fast you cycle, you will feel on top of the world, want to spend, maybe gamble, and are a constant chatterbox. repeat. i have bipolar (II) disorder. definetly go see a therapist at least to talk about how you feel, s/he might be able to recommend a good doctor. a good way to let out any inner anger or sadness is through writing. i write some of my best poetry when i'm feeling down. one thing not to do: stop taking your meds. you may not like it, but take it from me you don't want to spend time in the state mental health facility.
2006-09-21 19:34:50 · answer #5 · answered by my other screen name is royalty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Extreame highs (manic episodes) or wild crazy spontaneous behavior that then go to the most extreame depressions. Symptoms vary with each individual and this condition can only correctly be diagnosed by a psychiatrist with experience in this field.
2006-09-21 14:16:14 · answer #6 · answered by nic_tammyscott 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mood swings, from a natural high to sleeping all the time or tired! Sexual pleasures are different. One day you want it.. the next you dont!! Cant sleep or sleep too much!! Aching in the body! Crying excessively. The list goes on. I will probably tell you more tomorrow.
2006-09-21 20:56:42 · answer #7 · answered by bitch_sweets 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bipolar disorder
Also known as manic depression, an illness that can cause extreme shifts in thoughts, energy, mood, and behavior; a person's mood may swing between "highs" (mania) and "lows" (depression); in between mood swings, a person may have few or no symptoms.
Bipolar I disorder (BP I)
The most common type of bipolar disorder. This condition is associated with one or more manic or mixed episodes. It may also include one or more major depressive episodes.
Bipolar II disorder (BP II)
A type of bipolar disorder. This condition is associated with one or more major depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes.
Chronic
A disease or condition that is long-lasting.
Cyclothymia
A mood disorder in which a person may have repeated periods of mild depression and periods of normal or slightly elevated mood.
Depression
A condition of feeling sadness that may include symptoms such as hopelessness, loss of appetite, sleep disruption, anxiety, low energy, poor concentration, inability to feel pleasure, and thoughts of suicide. Depression may also be a symptom of different conditions.
Episode
In bipolar disorder, a period of either mania or depression that may last for hours, days, weeks, or even months.
Hallucination
Something seen, heard, felt, tasted, or smelled that is not really there.
Hypomania
A milder version of mania.
Major Depressive Disorder (see also "Unipolar depression")
A specific disorder of feeling extreme sadness, for at least 2 weeks or more, that may include symptoms such as hopelessness, loss of appetite, sleep disruption, anxiety, low energy, poor concentration, inability to feel pleasure, and thoughts of suicide.
Mania
An excited mood that may result in mental and physical hyperactivity, disorganized thoughts, and erratic behavior; symptoms may include an extreme feeling of well being, irritability, racing thoughts, less need for sleep, rapid speech, impulsiveness, recklessness, and in severe cases, psychosis and hallucinations.
Manic depression
Another name for bipolar disorder.
Mixed state
An episode in which symptoms of both mania and depression are present.
Paranoia
A mental state characterized by suspiciousness, hostility, extreme sensitivity to rejection, and self-importance.
Psychosis
A symptom, state, or condition that may include delusions, hallucinations, unreasonable fears, withdrawing from friends and family, and problems with concentration.
Racing thoughts
A symptom of mania in which a person has uncontrollable and quickly changing thoughts and ideas.
Rapid cycling
A variation of bipolar disorder in which a person switches more quickly between symptoms of depression and mania or hypomania, experiencing 4 or more episodes within a year.
2006-09-21 14:27:03 · answer #8 · answered by mysticideas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, ya do not feel like you are on pot. Most of the time everything is pretty normal. You have a tendancy to go from one extreme to the other. Depression and mania (not to be confused with being on pot). This doesn't go on like on a daily basis, you might have a couple "episodes" per year.
2006-09-21 14:16:04 · answer #9 · answered by Zelda 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Very high swings in a persons mood or emotions is one of the obvious signs. Drastic changes, one minute they will be very joyfull and excited, the next very angry and upset.
2006-09-21 14:25:11 · answer #10 · answered by elijial 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know them all too well because my ex-wife had it. It is very hard to be married to a person who has this if they do not take their medication the way they should.
2006-09-21 14:16:04 · answer #11 · answered by Vinyleyes 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋