Question 1

how do you tell the difference between regular teenage girl puberty and bipolar disorder?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar Definition: Bipolar disorder is defined as alternating between periods of major depression and periods of high energy, or it is defined as having at least one manic episode with several periods of major depression. The mood swings associated with puberty are different from mental disorders, in that they do not seriously and adversely affect your life.  People with mental disorders are often debilitated.

Question 2

my memory is failing..is this a symptom of bipolar?

Accepted Answer

Could be.: It is now becoming recognized that there is some cognitive dysfunction associated with bipolar disorder, manifested by deficits in working memory (the type of memory involved in holding a task in mind while you do something else) and executive functioning (planning, problem solving).  Some research is showing benefit from nac (n-acetyl cysteine) 1000 mg twice a day, available over-the-counter.

Question 3

what are the symotoms i should look for on a bipolar person? concerned.for husband.

Accepted Answer

Bipolar disorder: Mood instability, episodes of depression and mania (hyperactive, spending sprees, insomnia, hypersexuality, etc).

Question 4

what are signs and symptoms of being bipolar?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar Disorder: is a mood disorder that can present with possible symptoms of mania, hypomania, depression, mixed state and normal state.Mania or hypomania: 1 may show  aggression, agitation, v judgment &amp; impulse control, distractability, rapid thoughts &amp; speech, ^ libido, V sleep, spending sprees, high risk behaviors, elation, ^ physical activity or psychosis.When depressed 1 may have low mood, v energy level,

Question 5

bipolar disorder in an 11 year old? symptoms and concerns?

Accepted Answer

Seems awfully young: See a professional.  While anything is possible, it seems young to be developing this disorder.  If you are concerned that the person is having severe depression with episodes of mania, then seek medical help from a pediatrician or psychiatrist.  This should be evaluated by a physician.

Question 6

what are the signs and symptoms of bipolar in an adult female.?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar sx: The same as in a man: episodes of high mood which can include, decreased need for sleep, high energy, gregarious, pressure to do things, grandiose thinking (can include paranoia and delusions), extreme irritability.  Episodes can last days to months.  At other times severe depression occurs for days to months. Some have mixed states with high energy and depressed mood.  This is a complex conditon.

Question 7

do i have bipolar disorder?
i looked up symptoms and they matched

Accepted Answer

Mood Disorder: It is possible that you have Mood Disorder.
Do not think a lot about symptoms of Bipolar Disorder.
Focus on your Good Functioning in your daily life.
Feel good about your achievements
Become Captain over your symptoms, Not Victim.

See Psychiatrist; provide all information about your symptoms and functioning for Diagnosis to be made; discuss Therapy for stresses in life or medication if needed.

Question 8

will stress cause bipolar symptom to return even while on medication?

Accepted Answer

It's possible: Stress severe enough can cause someone with bipolar disorder to break through their meds. It is very important for someone with bipolar disorder to make sure they do as much as they can do to reduce mental and physical stress by making sure they get enough sleep regularly, eat healthy and regularly, exercise regularly-- in other words, take good care of themselves.

Question 9

what do you dou when you are a teen trying to cope with a bipolar dad?

Accepted Answer

Seek support: Seek a support group for bi-polar disorder.  Seek out understanding family members, friends, clergy and counsellors such as at school.  You may need to see a counsellor.  Read and study the disease and try to know all that you can so that you understand why those with bi-polar d. O. Do what they do and act as they act.  Protect yourself and your family as needed.  Empathize and cope. You can do it.

Question 10

hello doctorall of my symptoms overlap both conditions. bpd and bipolar together is it possible?

Accepted Answer

It is possible.: While it is possible to have both BPD and Bipolar Disorder at the same time, psychiatric diagnosis is often not very accurate. Rather than focus on what your diagnosis is, I would focus upon the specific symptoms you find most troubling and the psychiatric and psychotherapy approaches that alleviate them best. Consult a mental health specialist.

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