13 Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder: Are You Bipolar?
Bipolar Disorder,also known as manic depressive psychosis is a mood disorder that affects many people every day. According to medical professionals, people who suffer from this mood disorder experience episodes of mania, often followed by episodes of depression and vice versa.
Below you will find a list of bipolar symptoms from various medical sources as well as the type (manic or depressive or both) associated with each:

1. Mood Swings
Type: Manic and Depressive
Mood swings are the most common symptom of bipolar disorder and are a combination of the manic and depressive symptoms. A mood swing is characterized by high levels of positivity followed by high levels of negativity and depression or vice versa.

2. Euphoria
Type: Manic
A manic episode will present symptoms of euphoria in patients. Sufferers experience a heightened level of happiness and a sense of accomplishment.

3. Rapid Speech
Type: Manic
A good indication that someone is experiencing a manic episode is rapid speech. Patients will suddenly begin speaking extremely quickly for long periods of time.

4. Racing Thoughts
Type: Manic
Racing thoughts are a common manic bipolar symptom. Individuals will often have a difficult time focusing on one thing and will tend to over-analyze their thoughts

5. Irritation
Type: Manic and Depressive
Irritation and agitation are common in both manic and depressive episodes. Sufferers are easily irritated by situations they normally wouldn’t be agitated with.

6. Increased Physical Activity
Type: Manic
When a person is experiencing a manic episode they will often have extremely high levels of energy. To help relieve the energy, sufferers often turn to physical activity. If someone suddenly feels the need to exercise excessively to exert energy, it may be an indication of an underlying problem.

7. Careless Use of Drugs/Alcohol
Type : Manic
Sometimes, people suffering from bipolar disorder will turn to drugs and alcohol. Careless use of these substances may be a warning sign of deeper issues.

8. Decreased Need for Sleep
Type: Manic
As previously noted, manic episodes often involve large bursts of energy and euphoria. These symptoms can make it incredibly difficult to sleep. An individual experiencing this symptom may require less sleep, but won’t necessarily feel tired or exhausted.

9. Missed Work
Type: Manic and Depressive
A common symptom of bipolar disorder is the inability to maintain a schedule. For this reason, many bipolar sufferers will often miss work (or school or other commitments).

10. Fatigue
Type: Depressive
Contrary to manic symptoms, individuals suffering from a depressive episode will often experience extreme tiredness and fatigue. Wanting to go to bed, staying in bed late, and an overall lack of motivation throughout the day are all signs of bipolar disorder.

11. Chronic Pain with No Known Cause
Type: Depressive
Individuals experiencing other symptoms on the list, along with chronic pain with no known cause, may be suffering from bipolar disorder. This pain can present itself throughout many parts of the body including, but not limited to, severe headaches.

12. Sadness/Hopelessness
Type: Depressive
One of the most telltale symptoms of a depressive episode associated with bipolar disorder is an overwhelming feeling of sadness and hopelessness. Individuals can fall into a state of depression and may have noticeably different symptoms than those related to a manic episode (where individuals experience a heightened sense of happiness and euphoria).

13. Suicidal Thoughts
Type: Depressive
As noted in 12 above, individuals with bipolar disorder will often feel sad and depressed. In extreme cases, they may develop suicidal thoughts and act in a suicidal manner. If these symptoms present themselves, seek medical or professional attention immediately.

Source:
http://m.activebeat.com/your-health/13-symptoms-of-bipolar-disorder-are-you-bipolar/

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