Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder

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People that have Bipolar Disorder experience what is called “highs” and lows”. The high periods are in the form of mania and the lows are deep depression. These symptoms are very severe in most cases. They on average can range from extreme energy to very deep despair. Bipolar Disorder is distinguished from clinical depression by the way these mood swings disrupt normal life activities and from the severity of the mood swings from normal mood changes.

The symptoms of Bipolar Disorder that are listed below are the most common but are not the same in each individual, remember every person is different and they can have symptoms that are similar without being exact.

These common symptoms associated with Bipolar Disorder for the mania episodes include:

• An increase in physical and mental activity and more energy
• Excessive optimism, more concentration on certain things, and extreme self confidence
• Aggressive behavior, easily overly agitated
• Requiring less sleep without any fatigue
• Flamboyant delusions, pompous sense of self worth
• Very talkative with racing thoughts
• Judgment impaired, impulsive, easily distracted
• Dangerous or reckless behavior
• In some very severe cases of mania delusions and hallucinations

These common symptoms associated with Bipolar Disorder for the depression episodes include:

• Unexplainable crying spells or days of sadness with no apparent reason
• Irritability, anger, worry, easily agitated, and anxiety
• Gloomy, indifferent
• No energy, lethargy
• Feeling unworthy
• Guilt
• Unable to concentrate and make decisions
• No interest in normal activity
• Withdraw from others
• Aches and pains without a reason
• Thoughts of death and suicide

If you or anyone you know has experienced any of these symptoms you should contact a physician.

Do not just believe that you have Bipolar Disorder because you may experience some of the symptoms above. You can not diagnose yourself. You should seek medical advice. If someone you love is suffering with any of the symptoms then you need to do your best to get them into a doctor.

People with these highs or mania periods believe that they have a positive effect on them. They have increased energy, are able to concentrate and perform their tasks easily, and have an increased sexual drive, these are all positive in nature. The downside is that left without medical treatment these behaviors can lead to dangerous behavior. You are not superman or wonder woman, no one is and these false euphoric conditions can bring you to believing that you can do anything. With the lows, depression can lead to suicide. Seeking medical attention can prevent someone you love from being hurt or committing suicide.

 

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This analysis conveys the highs and lows of bipolar disorder in an organized fashion. The symptoms of bipolar disorder are often overwhelming; however, it is important to recognize that every individual experiences symptoms differently. Being aware of these fluctuations early on and getting help from a qualified provider will provide significant benefit to someone with bipolar disorder.