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What are 5 signs of bipolar?
Both a manic and a hypomanic episode include three or more of these symptoms:
- Abnormally upbeat, jumpy or wired.
- Increased activity, energy or agitation.
- Exaggerated sense of well-being and self-confidence (euphoria)
- Decreased need for sleep.
- Unusual talkativeness.
- Racing thoughts.
- Distractibility.
How do you check if you’re bipolar?
Symptoms – Bipolar disorder
- feeling sad, hopeless or irritable most of the time.
- lacking energy.
- difficulty concentrating and remembering things.
- loss of interest in everyday activities.
- feelings of emptiness or worthlessness.
- feelings of guilt and despair.
- feeling pessimistic about everything.
- self-doubt.
What can be mistaken for bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder can be confused with other mental health conditions, such as ADHD or ‘unipolar’ depression.
Can I diagnose myself with bipolar disorder?
Please note, results are not a diagnosis, only a health professional can give a diagnosis. Please note that while great care has been taken with the development of this self-test, it is not a substitute for professional clinical advice.
What is a bipolar person like?
People with bipolar experience both episodes of severe depression, and episodes of mania – overwhelming joy, excitement or happiness, huge energy, a reduced need for sleep, and reduced inhibitions. The experience of bipolar is uniquely personal. No two people have exactly the same experience.
How a person with bipolar thinks?
Bipolar disorder can cause your mood to swing from an extreme high to an extreme low. Manic symptoms can include increased energy, excitement, impulsive behaviour, and agitation. Depressive symptoms can include lack of energy, feeling worthless, low self-esteem and suicidal thoughts.
What to do if you think you have bipolar?
If you think you have a bipolar disorder, make an appointment to see a mental health professional who has expertise in the area of bipolar disorder. It’s important that you learn whether or not your hunch is accurate.
Can You Trust a person with bipolar?
And when a person is in this state of mind, they cannot be trusted. However, if a person with bipolar takes every step possible to manage their illness, then trust is a possibility. “Trust but verify” is a quote that my husband likes to use from time to time.
How do you know if Ur bipolar?
For those with bipolar disorder, the periods of depression are longer and more frequent than periods of mania. Watch for these symptoms: An inability to experience pleasure, joy, or even happiness. Feelings of hopelessness and inadequacy. Feelings of worthlessness and guilt are also common.
How can I find out if I am bipolar?
Your doctor can help you figure out whether you have bipolar disease. Medical doctors will usually ask you questions, give you a physical exam and use tests to tell if you have this disorder. The tests might include analyzing a sample of your blood or making an image of your brain.