what kind of mental illness do these symptoms match with?

Question

my symptoms come in episodes (2 or 3 weeks) at a time.

when i'm feeling fine:
i can live up to my daily routine. i can go to work and school without worrying about anything. i eat and sleep fine. but the feeling of being fine seems to only last for a couple of weeks.

then, suddenly something takes over me:
i feel like i'm being talked about at school or work (even towards family, at times). i feel like people are plotting against me. i start watching my back because i'm paranoid and panic attacks hit me left and right. and then there're times when i just feel like i'm depressed. i feel like i'm not living up to life's expectations and i'm not happy. the feeling of worthlessness. my paranoia can get so bad to the point where i feel like people are going to slip drugs into my foods/drinks or being followed as i'm driving. but worse of all, listening to other people talk and believing that there are hidden messages (against me) in their conversation.

WHAT'S IS THIS?

Answer 1

It could be any number of things. The the disorders that pop into my head initially are schizoaffective disorder or schizophrenia. Could also be bipolar disorder of some type. Another thing to consider is if you are having any type of hallucinations. These can be audible, visible, or even smells that aren't really there. Of course, you do need to be seen as soon as you possibly can because what you are describing are symptoms of very serious mental health problems that most likely need to be treated with medication. See someone as soon as possible! Best of luck to you!

Answer 2

I think you might have answered your own question with: "and panic attacks hit me left and right. and then there're times when i just feel like i'm depressed. i feel like i'm not living up to life's expectations and i'm not happy. the feeling of worthlessness. "

I think if you could conquer your depression, the feelings of worthlessness, the anxiety, and the paranoia would become less and less noticeable. I don't think your paranoid feelings have reached the point where you would get a diagnosis of Paranoia, but, I'm no doctor. Seek some professional help, they're doing good things these days. :)

Answer 3

Your symptoms are familiar to me.
I am no Dr. I can not diagnose your symptoms.
I will say, that with the help of a psychologist and a psychiatrist I no longer have to live with these false messages.

I hope you will have yourself professionally diagnosed and treated. Given your symptoms, it will likely take some period of time working with a psychologist to overcome your current patterns. Medication in addition to therapy can also be helpful. I'm guessing you'll be prescribed more than one.

Try to be patient. This is a little more tricky than picking out what can of soup you want for supper. This is where they look at you as if you were the soup and try to identify any ingredients that are not supposed to be there - then work toward getting the taste right.

These medications help me to function in a normal range. The therapy helps me to relate to others in more normal ways. -THERE IS HOPE.

p.s. Consider watching the movie A Beautiful Mind.

Answer 4

Paranoid Schizophrenic with Anxiety and Mild depression. Not judging you, I see a therapist myself. I just think that's what you have. Depression only goes so far. People that are just depressed are not paranoid at the same time. I would look into getting a therapist to better asses the situation and perhaps some medication would help as well. Just to help you deal with everyday situations. People get stressed but some more than others and there is nothing wrong with that.

Answer 5

You really need a full work up by a professional. It would be reckless to diagnose you here. You could have any number of clinical or psychosocial disorders. Or a couple at the same time.

The important thing is that you are in a safe situation now and are not being harmed by any situation that is ongoing. And that you are getting help.

Answer 6

This almost sounds like a form of bi-polar disorder, but I'm not a professional, and that's exactly what you need. Make an appointment with your doctor, explain your symptoms to them and ask for a referral to a psychiatrist of some kind. This isn't normal behavior, and it won't get better on its own.

Answer 7

Symptoms are of paranoia. Only a psychiatrist can really diatgnose you. I suggest you find one as soon as possible. I'm worried about you - you are really sick. It's good that you have caught it in time to do something about it, and realizet that those feelings are not you.

Answer 8

Anxiety and depression. You need to see a doctor though. These symptoms you describe can be the beginning of something else too. But I'd just think it's anxiety (secondary to stress) and depression.

Answer 9

You may be paranoid schizophrenic which exhibits itself most often in males and in their late teens, early twenties. Those "episodes" you refer to are quite common under periods of stress and anxiety.
Seek a mental health professional as there is much they can do to treat it.

Answer 10

welcome to the world of mental health. your brain chemicals are out of wack. Sounds like manic depression. Prescription medication and counselling will help. The natural alternatives will not work at this stage. All the best