Bipolar disorder is a complex condition that affects mental health and often causes extreme swings in mood. In this disorder, individuals alternate between periods of depression and mania. During periods of depression, a person may feel constantly sad, lacking energy, and hopeless. Symptoms such as loss of interest, sleep problems, weight changes and difficulty focusing may occur during this period.
Manic episodes are characterized by symptoms such as excessive energy, high self-confidence, little needed sleep, rapid speech and flow of thoughts. During this period, the individual may engage in extremely risky behavior and have a much higher activity level than normal. This excess energy and hyperactivity can negatively impact the individual’s normal social and functional relationships. Symptoms of bipolar disorder usually appear in young adulthood, but can begin at any age. Diagnosis can be difficult because symptoms vary between periods of depression and mania. Therefore, a diagnosis of bipolar disorder often requires careful evaluation from a mental health professional.
How is bipolar personality disorder diagnosed?
Bipolar personality disorder is a mental disorder that causes a person’s emotions to fluctuate to extremes. People with this disorder may sometimes feel very happy and energetic (manic episode), and sometimes feel very sad and pessimistic (depressive episode). Symptoms of bipolar personality disorder include:
Manic episode symptoms:
Extreme happiness, enthusiasm or excitement
Feeling more important than you are
need very little sleep
excessive talkativeness
Distractibility
Making sudden decisions
- Engaging in risky behavior
Depression period symptoms:
Depression
Despair
Pessimism
lack of energy
Flabbiness
difficulty concentrating
Appetite changes
sleep changes
- suicidal thoughts
If you notice symptoms of bipolar personality disorder in yourself or someone you know, it is important to see a psychiatrist or psychologist. Early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce the effects of this disorder.
What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?
Symptoms of bipolar disorder may differ from person to person, and it is important to consult a specialist for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Understanding this condition and providing support can improve an individual’s quality of life and help them develop a healthy management strategy. Bipolar disorder is characterized by mood swings and alternating between periods of depression and mania (extremely high energy and activity). These symptoms can significantly impact an individual’s daily life. Here are the symptoms of bipolar disorder:
Constant feeling of sadness, sadness and hopelessness.
- Loss of interest and pleasure.
- Low energy and constant fatigue.
- Appetite changes and weight loss or weight gain.
- Insomnia or excessive sleeping.
- Low self-esteem and feelings of worthlessness.
- Feelings of guilt.
- Difficulty focusing and making decisions.
- Thoughts of death or suicide.
- Extreme energy and high self-confidence.
- Little needed sleep.
- Rapid speech and flow of thoughts.
- Aimless and extremely risky behavior.
- Increased activity level, hyperactivity.
- Excessive social interaction and increased social activity.
- Increased sexual activity and decreased concentration.
- Low self-control, spending outbursts, and financial irresponsibility.
- Over-focus and dysfunctional behavior.