Question 1

am bipolar 1, been suicidal, irritable and impatient, are these all signs of mania?also hoping switch from seroquel to abilify (aripiprazole) will help?any thoughts?

Accepted Answer

ER: Please head to the nearest emergency room immediately for an evaluation if you are suicidal. Call 911 or a family member to take you; do not drive yourself. Good health.

Question 2

my brother is experiencing signs of paranoia and mania and i am concerned for his safety and health. how can i help him get the care he needs quickly?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar disorder: Have him start by seeing his family doc. You might ask the scheduler if the doctor is comfortable diagnosing and prescribing for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or other psychiatric disorders. Have your brother fill out MDQ and PHQ-9 questionaires to facilitate his visit. He will most likely need medication, counseling, and follow-up. Good luck!

Question 3

what are the symptoms of mania in bipolar disorder? can you get commited involuntary if you have signs of this disorder?

Accepted Answer

Mania: Mania is feeling very very happy for no reason and feeling grandiose etc.
You will not be committed unless you become a serious risk to yourself or others.

Question 4

increase in physical energy on third day of prozac (fluoxetine) 20 mg. is this a good sign? i don't feel like it's hypomania or mania.

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is a good sign, although early to be an effect there are some who respond sooner than others.  Is there someone close to you who can observe and let you know if you are becoming hypomanic?  Symptoms to be concerned about are irritability, sleeplessness, overspending, sexual promiscuity, angry outbursts and very poor judgment.  I doubt you will experience these.  Happiness, however, is desired.

Question 5

tell me about mania with psychotic features with it pathophysiology sign and symptom treatment prevention?

Accepted Answer

Huge essay question: Mania w/psychotic features is part of bipolar disorder. Presents with rapid [sometimes unintelligible] speech; grandiose delusions of unlimited wealth or power; excitement; irritability; increased energy; can hallucinate. Treatment: antipsychotic agents such as seroquel, (quetiapine) and mood stabilizing medications such as lithium or depakote, etc.  See  http://www.Webmd.Com/bipolar-disorder/default.Htm.

Question 6

can the menstrual cycle or pmdd trigger hypo/mania 
or could an episode before the period be a sign of an unspecified bipolar disorder or another psychological issue perhaps?

Accepted Answer

Premenstrual: If these mood disorders only occur in the premenstrual days, they may well be related to hormonal changes which can include fluid retention that can affect the brain that affect mood. I have prescribed salt restriction and low doses of a diuretic to take at the onset of the premenstrual period to obviate this reaction. Discuss this with your physician or gynecologist to see if he/she agrees

Question 7

need expert help here. what are the signs of manic depression?

Accepted Answer

Build a mood history: Develop a factual, accurate ; descriptive diary in objective terms: like days, amounts, frequencies in addition to adjectives like "bad". Chart new episodes as they happen in detail. Report them and talk to a good psychotherapist about these symptoms and together you will come to a conclusion about being manic-depressive. Anything less is rumor and can lead to unnecessary medication, etc. Best!

Question 8

what are the signs of an overdose with manic depressive medication (such as lithium)?

Accepted Answer

How Many Pills: Please be very careful to take only the prescribed  amount of medication. If you have taken too many pills knowing or unknowingly you should go to the ER immediately. You can also check your pharmacy printout about signs of overdose for lithium.

Question 9

what are the signs and symptoms for someone who is bipolar 2 manic?

Accepted Answer

: Many and varied. If one is suspected of change in behavior he/she should see a doc/ psychiatrist

Question 10

what are signs and symptoms of manic depression and signs and symptoms for generalized anxiety and bipolar ?

Accepted Answer

: If you are having symptoms of dramatic mood changes and mania please see a Psychiatrist. The sooner you get a thorough exam and diagnosis the better. It can prevent the problems from getting worse. Each person has a unique constellation of symptoms so you need an expert to see how these fit together. Please also get a physical exam to know if these symptoms are caused by a physical illness

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Am bipolar 1, been suicidal, irritable and impatient, are these all signs of mania?also hoping switch from seroquel to abilify (aripiprazole) will help?any thoughts?

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My brother is experiencing signs of paranoia and mania and i am concerned for his safety and health. how can i help him get the care he needs quickly?

A member asked:

What are the symptoms of mania in bipolar disorder? can you get commited involuntary if you have signs of this disorder?

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Increase in physical energy on third day of prozac (fluoxetine) 20 mg. is this a good sign? i don't feel like it's hypomania or mania.

A member asked:

Tell me about mania with psychotic features with it pathophysiology sign and symptom treatment prevention?

A member asked:

Can the menstrual cycle or pmdd trigger hypo/mania or could an episode before the period be a sign of an unspecified bipolar disorder or another psychological issue perhaps?

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Need expert help here. what are the signs of manic depression?

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What are the signs of an overdose with manic depressive medication (such as lithium)?

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What are the signs and symptoms for someone who is bipolar 2 manic?

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What are signs and symptoms of manic depression and signs and symptoms for generalized anxiety and bipolar ?

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