Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Bipolar aka MaNiC Depression


So ever had those episodes of highs and then lows , episodes of increased sex drive , creativity , happiness and then later the total opposite , well ...that's bipolar /manic depression , here are some signs:



Abnormal or exessive elation

unusual irritability
Decreased need for sleep

Grandoise notions
Increased talking

Racing thoughts

Increased sexual desire
Markedly increased energy
Poor judgment

Inapproprite social behaviour


So , one can be charming and sociable once he/she is on the high side , but when on the other side he/she is dull and boring .


The down sides ?


Persistent sad , anxious or "empty" mood

Feelings hoplessness or pessimisim

Feeling or guilt , worthlessness, or helplessness

Loss of interest of pleasure of hobbies and activities that were once

enjoyed, including sex

decreased energy, fatigue or feeling "slowed down"
Difficulty concentrating , remembering , or making decisions

Insomnia , early -morning awakening , or overseleeping

Appetite and /or weaight loss or overeating anmd weaight gain

Thoughts of death and suicide or actual suicide attempts

Restlessness or irritability




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