I have bi schizo affective disorder how do i know if i have a episode starting?

Personal symptoms: This is part of your work with your psychiatrist and therapist -- to learn your own personal "early warning system" so that you can get help before it goes too far. For many people, early symptoms include disturbed sleep -- inability to initiate sleep or stay asleep -- and increasing irritability & agitation. Those around you might tell you, if you aren't aware. Talk w/your doctor about this.