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Am i bipolar? i go from feeling energized, clear thinking, fast working, feeling like i m better than everyone, to feeling anxious (but not depressed)
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Bipolar: Bi means 2 and polar is about ends. Bipolar folks swing between being manic (hyper) and depressed in various ratios. The same biochemistry can lead to feeling clear thinking and happy to feeling anxious depending on the thoughts that accompany the feelings. Please see your doc for a hormone checkup and then maybe use the book feeling good by david burns. Bipolar is overused today. Peace!
Answered 4/9/2015
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Be cautious: Bipolar disorder is characterized by mania which is extreme manifestations of euphoria and/irritability. Antidepressants can exacerbate bipolar if not taken with medications to protect against mania. This can lead to more severe symptoms, longer time to recovery and treatment un responsiveness.
Answered 4/9/2015
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