becvan
20-10-2006, 09:52 AM
This is the symptoms of bipolar. I am posting this due to the frequent confusion of professionals that seem to think that PTSD is bipolar. As you can see, there is a huge difference between the description of a manic episode and an "hypervigilante" episode (described in the PTSD threads.)
Bec
Signs and symptoms of a manic episode of bipolar disorder
happy, expansive, optimistic mood (feeling “high,” feeling better than ever)
alternative mood: irritable, angry, aggressive, provocative, intrusive
impaired judgment; reckless; unpredictable
excessive involvement in pleasurable or high risk activities, such as sex, drug or alcohol use, or spending sprees
high physical and mental energy; increased productivity; excited; a feeling of high intelligence and creativity
extremely talkative, rapid thoughts
decreased need for sleep, less ability to sleep
inflated self-importance; in some, delusions or hallucinations
extremely sociable
inability to concentrate; distracted; restless, impulsive
no perception that the mood and behaviors are abnormal A person in the manic phase of bipolar disorder rarely seeks help; the person may feel good and not recognize that anything is wrong.
Signs and symptoms of a depressive episode of bipolar disorder
profound sadness, hopelessness, pessimism; crying spells
low self-esteem, worthlessness
“flat” mood: apathetic, indifferent; lack of interest or pleasure in most activities
fatigue, lethargy: decreased energy and activity; difficulty getting out of bed in the morning
decreased sexuality
restless, irritable, angry, worried, anxious, guilty
fewer thoughts and less talking; slower thinking and talking
difficulty in concentrating, making decisions, and remembering
social withdrawal; diminished ability to give and feel love
drug or alcohol use
change in appetite; weight gain or loss; loss of interest in food, even if eating more
change in sleep patterns: sleeping more or less than usual
suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempts; life seems devoid of pleasure People are more likely to seek help during the depressive phase of bipolar disorder than during the manic phase. This is because they recognize that the symptoms are disruptive to normal life. But some do not even seek help during the depression because they have no energy and no hope that anything can change.
Bec
Signs and symptoms of a manic episode of bipolar disorder
happy, expansive, optimistic mood (feeling “high,” feeling better than ever)
alternative mood: irritable, angry, aggressive, provocative, intrusive
impaired judgment; reckless; unpredictable
excessive involvement in pleasurable or high risk activities, such as sex, drug or alcohol use, or spending sprees
high physical and mental energy; increased productivity; excited; a feeling of high intelligence and creativity
extremely talkative, rapid thoughts
decreased need for sleep, less ability to sleep
inflated self-importance; in some, delusions or hallucinations
extremely sociable
inability to concentrate; distracted; restless, impulsive
no perception that the mood and behaviors are abnormal A person in the manic phase of bipolar disorder rarely seeks help; the person may feel good and not recognize that anything is wrong.
Signs and symptoms of a depressive episode of bipolar disorder
profound sadness, hopelessness, pessimism; crying spells
low self-esteem, worthlessness
“flat” mood: apathetic, indifferent; lack of interest or pleasure in most activities
fatigue, lethargy: decreased energy and activity; difficulty getting out of bed in the morning
decreased sexuality
restless, irritable, angry, worried, anxious, guilty
fewer thoughts and less talking; slower thinking and talking
difficulty in concentrating, making decisions, and remembering
social withdrawal; diminished ability to give and feel love
drug or alcohol use
change in appetite; weight gain or loss; loss of interest in food, even if eating more
change in sleep patterns: sleeping more or less than usual
suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempts; life seems devoid of pleasure People are more likely to seek help during the depressive phase of bipolar disorder than during the manic phase. This is because they recognize that the symptoms are disruptive to normal life. But some do not even seek help during the depression because they have no energy and no hope that anything can change.