bi polar

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Q: What is the difference between a ‘hot temper’ and bi-polar disorder?
Assuming people with hot tempers are mentally healthy, what’s the difference between their behavior and other people who have bi-polar disorder?

A: bi-polar is when you have EXTREME highs and nearly suicidal lows
and by extreme i mean stays up for 3 days and calls you at 2 in the morning

also bi-polar is a chemical imbalance in the body and ‘hot temper’ is just how someone’s personality is

Q: What is the difference between Manic Depressive and Bi-Polar?
I sometimes feel like I am manic depressive. I can go from VERY happy and laughing to being very sad and depressed in an instant. Just from ONE thought. I can go up and down many times during a day. But sometimes I go from happy and laughing to very irritated and angry about something. And I mean this happens Instantly! Within a second. I don’t know that I am either manic depressive or bi-polar, but sometimes I feel like I am. What is the difference? How do I know if this describes me correctly?

A: They’re the same thing. People have mood swings that go from manic to very very depressed. I doubt very much you have this serious mental disorder. I think you are just a very emotional person who reacts to things around them. One minute you could be laughing and happy and the next irritated or annoyed.

With bi-polar the cycling (going from high to low) can be very slow or very very fast. The person lacks the ability to control this cycling and when they hit either end it controls them. So, the cycling or highs and lows are something the person is unable to cope with. They interfere with his life and his style of living (sometimes the person is not able to work). On one end you would feel like you have endless energy and can get anything accomplished. While people who know you think you are totally out of control and accomplishing little. The other end is depression. This can be so severe you need hospitalization or it can be milder but it still interferes with your daily actions. (you might feel listess, unable to get out of bed, feel the world is against you, have feelings of sadness that overwhelm you.

There are four different types of bi-polar. They differ in the severity of the attacks of mania and depression. In any case, it is a major depressive illness and needs medication to help control it.

If you find your symptoms keep on increasing until you feel that it controls you…then you need to see a psychiatrist who can treat this illness for you.

Good luck

Q: What sleeping meds are prescribed for someone with bi-polar disorder?
I take thorazine in the evening, but it doesn’t knock me out for obvious reasons. What are you other bi-polar folks taking for sleep?

A: I take Seroquel (100 mg) and a small amount of ativan (.5 mg). Before I was put on them, I had dealt with insomnia all of my life. I was put on them and finally able to sleep – several years later they are still working for me and I have not had to raise the doses.
Seroquel has been found to have the added benefit of some mood stabilizing and antidepressive effects.

I have bipolar II & take additional meds in the AM.

Q: Can someone explain to me the difference between Bi Polar and Manic Depression?
My daughter was diagnosed as being Bi Polar. I know nothing about it. She says her minds races with her thoughts all day and night. Especially at night, and she has trouble sleeping. She won’t let the doctor put her on medication. I just want to know more about it to help and and help myself.

A: I am bipolar. Manic Depressive and Bipolar are all the same/ the manic is a phase bipolars go through. The spelling of this is important: manic/depressive is Bipolar. You are high, manic, one moment; and depressed the next. Her thoughts do race at night, so does mine, and I do have a hard time sleeping at night, even with medication.
But she is not doing herself any favors by not taking medication., The medication doesn’t make it all go away, but does help us to not be manic. After a manic episode, you are depressed, on the bottom of life, and this is when bipolars tends to think of suicide. The manic episodes are what causes the depressive side, and so the doctors try to control the manics by giving us a mood stabilizer, which is usually a seizure med. We also need an antidepressant as well to curb the depression. However, Lithium works very well for most, because that is what bipolar doesn’t have in their brains, and this is what controls the mood swings. But some people are unable to take it, as it is a salt.

Q: How do they determine if a person has bi polar disorder in a mental evaluation?
if they are being court ordered by a judge by recommendation of a family member/ members for a mental evaluation to test if they need medicine or not, how do they determine if the person has bi polar and needs it , if they say they think they are fine and dont need medicine?

please explain and describe.

btw, which country are you?

A: They ask questions about your symptoms, but are very hesitant to diagnose unless they have seen a manic episode in progress or if you have been released from the hospital after having a manic episode.

The reason, the mood stabilizers used for treatment have alot of side effects and why put people on them if they are NOT truly bipolar. For example, I take Lithium and have to have my blood levels checked every 3 months, along with kidney, liver, and thyroid function. The lithium has already destroyed my thyroid, so now I take thyroid medication as well.

Q: What’s the difference between adolescents and bi-polar?
Just wondering, seeing as a common “phase” among adolescents today seems to be identical to the equally common bi-polar disorder.

A: adolescnt have more then just bi two they have more emotion like twi or more

Q: What are the chances my daughter will have bi polar?
I’m currently pregnant, and struggling with bi polar disorder type 1. I was wondering what the chances or my daughter getting this as well. Thank you for you input.

A: If one parent is Bipolar the child’s chances of developing it are less than 20%.

Q: What is bi polar disorder really? I do not know but it seems to be a made up disorder.?
It’s kinda like all boys have add the fad that was huge about 10 years ago what exactly is bi polar disorder i mean the earth is bi polar and so am I? Can someone please explain The symptoms or describe personal experinces.

A: Bipolar Disorder Symptoms

Mania and depression are the opposing phases in bipolar disorder.

Mania: A person in the manic phase may feel indestructible, full of energy, and ready for anything. Other times that person may be irritable and ready to argue with anyone who tries to get in the way.

Unrealistic plans, spending sprees, an increase in sexual affairs, or other reckless behavior, such as wild driving, also may occur.

Less sleep and food than usual are needed.

The person with mania can stay up all night but may find that not much was accomplished because he or she was easily distracted.

The person in a manic phase may talk very quickly and jump from subject to subject. They often exhibit pressured speech during mania.

Self-esteem may be inflated.

Decisions regarding business and finances are often made hurriedly and without careful consideration; poor choices may be the result.

Clothing choices may also change, and the person in a manic phase may start wearing brighter, more flamboyant clothes.

These behaviors, which can be quite upsetting, usually prompt a family member to take notice and try to get the person help.

Most people who are going through the manic phase of bipolar disorder deny that anything is wrong with them and refuse to see a medical professional.

They are grandiose and may have delusions (false ideas) of grandeur (greatness).

Depression: Although mania is said to alternate with depression, most people have more depressive episodes than manic ones.

Sadness and crying spells are common.

People who are depressed may not care enough to wash or comb their hair, change clothes, or even get out of bed in the morning.

These people may sleep too much (hypersomnolence) or have difficulty getting to sleep (insomnia).

Many of these people have no interest in food or have no appetite and lose weight. However, some eat excessively.

People with depression have trouble thinking; they may forget to do important things such as paying bills because they feel so down.

They withdraw from friends.

Hobbies that used to bring pleasure suddenly hold no interest for people who are depressed.

Depression brings feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, pessimism, and worthlessness.

Some people may develop chronic pain or other bodily complaints that do not actually have any physical cause.

People who are depressed may not see a point in living anymore and may actually think about ways to kill themselves.

Some people with bipolar disorder cycle between the two extremes every few months or weeks. Other people with bipolar disorder may cycle several times within the same day.

Signs of mania

Increased activity and gestures (pacing, tapping feet)

Inflated self-esteem

Poor judgment

Racing thoughts

Decreased need for sleep

Poor temper control

Irritability

Pressured speech: The person speaks very fast, as if his or her mouth can’t keep up with the rapid thoughts. The person may be unable to respond to social cues to stop talking.

Increased activities with high risk of painful consequences (sexual affairs, gambling, risky investments)

Psychotic symptoms

Delusions (false beliefs)

Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t real)

Signs of depression

Excessive worry

Excessive guilt

Sadness, crying spells

Loss of energy

Change in sleep pattern (insomnia at night, daytime sleepiness, or excessive sleeping)

Major changes in appetite or weight

Feelings of worthlessness

Trouble concentrating

Social withdrawal

Lack of interest in previously enjoyable activities

Thoughts of death or suicide: Untreated bipolar disorder has a 15% risk of death by suicide.

Many conditions may co-occur with BD such as substance abuse, conduct disorders, eating disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, migraine, and anxiety.

Q: medications for bi-polar disease a relative was recently diagnosed with it and is wondering about the meds?
One of my relatives has been dianosed with bi-polar disorder and is worried about the side effects of certain medicines that the doctors might prescribe. Are there any of you out there who are currently taking or know someone who is on medication for this condition? I know of only one person who is bi-polar and his weight has ballooned to well over a 100lbs. over what he used to weigh (ugh!) Your comments and/or experiences will be gratefully appreciated. Thanks all!

A: Hello,

I was diagnosed as having bipolar disorder. I have sampled quite a number of medications for the disorder as well as other illness caused by the disorder. I have experienced several unpleasant side effects. They first started me out with Lithium which did not work well for me, as I experienced practically all of the side effects, including a severe tremor in my hands. Anyways, now I’m settled with Lamictal. It is a very safe medication with no side effects (with the exception of a rash with I got at the beginning of the treatment, because I jump started the dose). The treatment really does depend on the degree of bipolarism. 1 or 2? Is your relative also having any other associated problems. I recommend that you check out these two web sites; which I think could be useful to you both for more information about alternative treatment as well as support for yourself in dealing with a bipolar relative, friend, etc. I hope this information was somewhat more helpful to you. Check out www.bipolarcentral.com , http://psychcentral.com (disorders) and http://emotional.health.ivillage.com (Personality Disorder Central), .. there are many more. Best of luck

Q: How do I help my Bi Polar teen age daughter who is out of control?
My daughter suffers from Bi Polar disorder. Since her Mom died 2 years ago. She has hit rock bottom. I had to admit her into the hospital for suidal thoughts. Some times I think it is manipulation, sometimes pms. She continues to disrepect my rules of the house, She has physically attacked her brother and sister. I went to vist her tonight in the hospital and she still blames everyone for her problems. She is taking medication, but nothing seems to help. She asked me tonight when she turns 16 if I will give up custody of her so she can live with her friends. I am at my wits end. I know she probably needs to go live at a long term facilty, but where do I send her. How can I afford it. What do I do. I live in Cobb County Georgia.

Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated.

Thanks,

John

A: Was your daughter Bipolar before her mom died? If not it may not be the correct diagnosis.She needs to deal with her loss and her feelings from her mothers loss.She out of control because she doesn’t know how to deal with this and long term institutional lock up may do more harm than good.There are grief counselors out there who can help her and then and only then would I consider other drastic means.I was out of control in my youth,suicidal,threaten my sister & brother with violence and even got into a fist fight with my father and I didn’t realize why.I was so full of anger &blamed others for my action.But behavioral therapy and meds for depression( not bipolar) helped me.Contact grief couselors with other kids in the group and later bring you & your other children into it or they maybe next.Be strong DAD and talk to everyone you can,as you will be surprised how many others share your problems.Don’t let her feel you are giving up on her and tell her whatever it takes you’ll get thur this as a family as it’s a family problem,not just hers !God Bless & Good Luck.

Q: What should people who have bi-polar be doing to help their health?
What should people who have manic-depression / bi polar be eating and what kind of excersizing should they be doing? Is there any way bi-polar can be healed or it is somehting one takes medicine for for the rest of thier live. Is that also true that anti-depressionants like lithuim and melalrill put on a lot of weight on a person when they take it? What are other ways people with bipolar can cope and improve thier health and well being?

A: They can not be cured at this time anyway.
They should see a psychologist and get medicine from a psychiatrist.
Exercise at least 3 times a week for thirty minutes.
Eat the recommended daily amount of fruit and/or vegetables.
Pray
Having friends and even a pet to share time with is important.
Do things for others to help them.
Most importantly have a routine and focus on what you are doing so that you won’t just focus on yourself. By getting things done, you will feel a sense of accomplishment.
Small steps… small, small steps. Don’t overwhelm yourself. And don’t be afraid to try different medicines if yours is not working for you after 2 months. Keep a journal of nightmares and of how you feel to see what may be causing you to feel stressed.

Q: How can we cope with a spouse who has bi polar disorder , if someone has experience, please answer?
He has bi polar disorder, has terrible temper. Is there anything for me to say to him to make him under stand and change the way he is?
He doesn’t take his medication anymore either because he thinks he doesn’t need it.

A: Uhhhh… I feel for you, seriously.
This is the number one problem with sufferers of bipolar disoreder : they think that they don’t need medication, the problem is yours, not theirs. .Really, really frustrating to say the very least.
This usually goes hand in hand with having a personality disorder such as borderline personality disorder or narcissistic personality disorder (or others).
Dealing with this is not going to be easy, but you really need to set some boundaries and make him take his medication. It is likely that he is manic right now (or at least when the decision was made to stop the meds), when the pendulum swings the other way, it may be easier to get him on the meds again.
Honestly, I think you are in for a long life of this… On again, off again.
Seek out therapy for yourself.. it will help. You need the support.
Best of luck to you

Q: How do you deal with a bi polar ex?
I’m serious….

How do you deal with someone who is clearly bi polar and has been diagnosed as such (but refuses to accpet it because he didn’t like the doctor’s diagnosis)? It has a very detrimental effect on our kids and I’m trying to clean up mess after mess he makes. I have spoken to a doctor about my middle child’s behavior and acting out and his “problem” is emotionally destroying my child. How do you talk logically to someone who is not logical and refuses to accept he has a problem?

A: Your ex is an adult. That is a fact. There are children being affected by his lack of responsibility to want to maintain stability in his life. Another fact.

Your child is unfortunately “regressing” in some ways as a response to your ex’s behavior. The best thing I can suggest is to limit the exposure and time that your children are exposed to your ex. Tell your ex that he needs to either get help for the children, or see them on a limited basis.

If he tries the “you can’t legally do that” crap, you CAN. If you’re able to provide PROOF to courts that his lack of mental stability is negatively impacting your lives (documents from doctor about child’s behavior, erratic/inappropriate phone calls from ex, etc.) the court can legally demand that your ex get help.

You cannot talk logically to him because he is making the conscious choice to be illogical. I have worked in many home settings with people who have mental illnesses and disabilities. The one thing that they even have to understand is that they are adults and are expected to abide by certain social mores and standards of behavior, and so should your ex.

Q: what are the risks of having bi polar well pregnant and after?
i have bi polar and my doctors have told me that i will probably have post pardom depression? will i? what else can happin because of it? what meds can i take? i wanted to have a drug free pregnancy but what percentage of a chance i will need meds after to control myself and keep it under control. the last 3 months of my pregnancy i have had severe depression and alot of stress… does that play a fact about anything?

A: First of all bi-polar and other such terms are just words to try to describe mood swings and so don’t let yourself be defined and limited to a word, you are so much more than that.
It is very common in our society to be on some kind of medication, and many mothers have wonderful successful pregnacies and are fantastic after the arrival of their child without a hitch.
So post=partum depression might or might not happen, and the future is not here yet. If you do have it there are plenty of solutions so never worry, everything will be fine.
Just release the stress that doctors put on you, it is not a part of today, and is not necessarily a fact, so just let this worry go.
Enjoy the balance of your life and focus on what you can do to make this easy when you are further along and do not feel like cooking or doing much.
This would be a good time to do some spring cleaning, and make some home made nutritious diners for the freezer. Also keep exercising and write in a journal, your child will love reading it when they are older.
You might want to put a little story book together with bright colourful pictures from magazines, or a family photo and keepsake album…use this time to enjoy your good fortune and don’t worry about something that might or might not happen.
Stay in the moment…enjoy today.

Q: What medicine for bi-polar can cause shaking hands and face?
My 17 year old takes lithium depakote abilify and seraquil for bi-polar. This has been the best combination ever. She is dong great happy and stable, However she gets terrible shaking in her hands when she tries to write or eat. I know that each one can cause tremors but I hate to start changing meds if she is doing well otherwise. She is however is very bothered by it. It is very noticable when she writes or eats. Does anybody have any suggestions?
how does cogentin work on side effects of shaking?

A: I don’t know if this will help you at all, but I take Lithium bicarb, seroquel and cymbalta, and I get shakey a lot too, it really sucks when my legs are doing it and I have to go dow the stairs at work

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