I'm a male teenager who is paranoid, bi-polar, prone to extreme mood swings, has a constantly changing view of reality, and talks to himself a lot when deciding upon things. I'm oddly enough a good scholar though with a 4.17 GPA. So I don't think I'm crazy.
2007-02-25 14:14:08 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Yes, BiPolar can sometimes have what is called psychotic features. The changing view of reality and the paranoia would be explained by this type of BiPolar. If these are new symptoms for you then please go back to your doctor for a medication change. If you feel at all suicidal or homocidal please tell your parents or teachers immediately and go to the emergency room for an evaluation. BiPolar does not affect your ability to learn so the GPA thing is not a factor. Talking to yourself if a completely normal thing that many people do so don't despair!! However, you may want to speak with your psychiatrist if particular things are espicially bothersome to you. Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorders (this is not schizophrenia, which is more serious) are a possibility, these classifications that include odd or eccentric behaviors, isolation from others, and sometimes above average IQ and other factors. With that being said, a lot of what your experiencing is probably completely normal given your age and your current diagnosis. If your symptoms have changed recently, please get immediate help, You can manage this, many people with a BiPolar diagnosis lead productive lives.
Good Luck!!
2007-02-25 15:00:38 · answer #1 · answered by L V 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the disorder is Teenager, High Functioning.
I have a feeling you aren't really "bipolar" or "paranoid." I wouldn't be surprised if you have a lot of stress, but that's good; it sets you for what life is really like for adults. I have a feeling you already have a good way of dealing with your stress.
Teenagers are supposed to have a constantly changing view of reality, and lots of people talk to themselves. If you are doing that well in school I doubt if you have any signficant problem.
I was a depressed teen, I thought of killing myself almost everyday, I got high and drunk on the weekends, and made lousy grades, except in the only two subjects I liked--Biology and Music Theory. I never figured out how to study until I went to college.
2007-02-25 14:43:21 · answer #2 · answered by majnun99 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Crazy isn't a bad thing. Mental illness is rather common. However, having written that, you could be overstressed, taking drugs, not taking medication you need, lacking sleep, or having hormonal changes that are working your brain into a temporary tizzy. You could also have a neurological issue. Being so smart, you know you need an appointment with a doctor to find out for sure. ADHD is common for all of the above but so are many other possibilities.
2007-02-25 14:26:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you sound crazy at all. Being a regular teenager, you have all of those feelings. It is a difficult time in life. I would stop trying to put a label on things and just learn how to deal, it is all a part of growing up. This may sound harsh, but it is true. With all of the hormones in your body as well as the horrid social scene of high school, things seem like a bad dream, Think to the future and it will be fine
2007-02-25 14:22:29 · answer #4 · answered by smp1969 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In one word Adolescence!, but if indeed you have deluded and violent thoughts you are a danger to yourself and others and at a important crossroad in your life, if you start to further alter you state of mind with drugs and alcohol your problem may degrade into full blown physcosis. Please protect your self by surrounding your self with grounded friends and family. Exercise and be mindful of your emotional state to build self esteem and build confidence, don't allow the the inner dragon to slay you- be disciplined and perserverve to find your higher self it will come in time as will tranquilty and understanding
2007-02-25 14:24:37 · answer #5 · answered by jaguarhare 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"unique"
Sounds like your applying for a scholarship or something because you can get alot of $ for having a disorder...
So I say put them all!
Oh yes, what is the 4.17 out of? because usually it's out of 4.0 and needs to be weighted
2007-02-25 14:17:48 · answer #6 · answered by Ana Erikson 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just don't start answering yourself.
Check with a good doctor. Pops
2007-02-25 14:17:30 · answer #7 · answered by Pops 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is just a shot in the dark, but try researching "Asperger's Syndrome."
2007-02-25 14:22:29 · answer #8 · answered by Froggy78 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You may just be unique. Have you ever considered that you just might not fit any given label??
2007-02-25 14:17:45 · answer #9 · answered by K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is caleld a COMPLETELY NORMAL teenager. Enjoy these years.
2007-02-25 14:16:29 · answer #10 · answered by George J 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋