when I was younger I was depressed sometimes and sometimes I was really aggressive and energetic. About a few months ago my symptoms escalated and now I am constantly happy one minute and angry the next. I don't think I'm bipolar but I have never seen a psychiatrist. what's wrong with me?
2007-01-05 17:28:41 · 9 answers · asked by rockabilly.betty 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
I'm no psychiatrist, but it definitely sounds like bipolar to me.
I have spent quite a bit of time being depressed, and it's like having the volume turned up on all negative feelings and turned down on anything positive at all.
Bipolar means going from one extreme to the opposite, and that's what you describe. You should probably visit with a psychologist at least once to see if it really is bipolar disorder, or some other chemical imbalance. If you plan to take medications for your moods, then you'll definitely need to speak to someone to get the right meds for your specific condition.
2007-01-05 17:35:10 · answer #1 · answered by ZeroByte 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, I believe you have a mental illness 95% positive, but it could be severe or mild.
Don't worry as a lot of people I would say around 60% or more of the US population will or has some mental problem.
First, you will need to the doctor (psychiatrists) not psychologists cuz they can't prescribe medications, and the first time you go there they might misdiagnose you but they will give you medications.
If after taking the medications for 3 months and you still have those symptoms, then your doctor will have to rediagnose you.
It is very common for a person to be misdiagnozed 5-6 times in a 1 year period.
If the doctor gives you a diagnosis then you can apply for disability benefits at www.ssa.gov
2007-01-05 19:16:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Only a Dr. can properly diagnose you and I suggest you start with your family Dr. A friend of mine is bipolar but we never talked about what it was like when she was first diagnosed, was she experiencing moods swings from 1 minute to the next, etc. But I do know through time the depression & manic episodes can become quite severe if left untreated. It's really time to find out what's going on. Believe me, life will only improve with taking the steps to finding out what's going on. Also family & friends can better support you too. Good Luck!
2007-01-05 18:27:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sound like bipolar disorder, but nobody can diagnose you via the Internet. It's time to see a psychiatrist to find out what's wrong so you can get treatment and start feeling better. Please take care of yourself. Good luck.
2007-01-05 17:44:08 · answer #4 · answered by TeriR 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could very well be what's known as "rapid cycling" and yes, it is a subtype of bipolar disorder. Stop asking on Yahoo and ask a qualified professional instead- sheesh!
2007-01-05 18:37:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
could be biopolar or have major anxiety causing moods swings.. you can get medicationt to help it calm down until you can figure out if it is triggered by environment and how to deal with it, or if it is chemical imbalance
2007-01-05 17:31:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like symptoms of bipolar mabe you should see a doctor.
2007-01-06 09:59:06 · answer #7 · answered by debbigeri 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
seems like manic depression. self evaluate using tests and bring them to your doctor. he might put you in therapy or prescription drugs.
http://www.depression.com/depression_questionnaire.html
http://depression.about.com/library/quizzes/maniaquiz/blmanic.htm
2007-01-05 17:32:33 · answer #8 · answered by Legend 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
PLEASE SEE A PSYCHIATRIST ASAP. THE DR. WILL TELL YOU WHAT'S WRONG.
2007-01-06 02:55:38 · answer #9 · answered by Zenawoo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋