Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
Manic Phase
•Little sleep, plenty of energy
•Exaggerated optimism, excessive self-confidence, euphoric mood
•Engaging in wreckless, inappropriate behavior
•Promiscuity, sexual aggression
•Distractible, unable to concentrate, too many ideas
•Abuse of alcohol or drugs
•Increased irritability
•Manic phase lasts at least one week
Depressive Phase
•Deep despair, suicidal thoughts or actions
•Anger or fear due to uncontrollable mood swings
•Feelings of guilt, low self-esteem
•Difficulty falling asleep, restless sleeping, over-sleeping
•Diminished sex drive
•Loss of interest in formerly-enjoyed activities
•Eating disorders, unexpected weight gain or loss
•Physical pains not associated with a known illness
I think I’m bipolar…
6 comments
Beware not to medicalize your humanity. Not everything should be attributed to having some “abnormal condition.” Sometimes life just sucks and it hurts; other times, life can seem exciting and/or interesting and we feel good.
Which symptoms do you think you have?
noonoo12,
Everything except for alcohol and drug abuse…
Are you sexually active?
I was just recently diagnosed. It’s hard and the medications make me sick but they say in three months you’ll start to feel better. I’m about two in…so I’m still not sure. You’re not alone though.
noonoo12,
not anymore, my bf and I broke up on Monday…
mckinney2,
Thanks…it’s good to know that there’s treatment and that i’m not the only one with it…it’s so hard to explain to people…