8 Different TYPES of BIPOLAR DISORDER!

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If you want to learn more about Bipolar Disorder, you're in the right place! Our entire KZbin Channel is dedicated to Bipolar education, tools, and growth. You are very welcome here and not alone in your experiences.
The most popular Polar Warrior video to-date has been the one talking about "10 Signs of Bipolar Disorder." After becoming familiar with common symptoms & signs, many people will go on to learn about the different "types" of Bipolar Disorder. We all experience Bipolar symptoms differently, so the various types help us customize the treatment approach to fit our personal needs.
Educating yourself about the signs, symptoms, and types of Bipolar Disorder is EXTREMELY important. This can help prevent a a possible misdiagnosis (which happens all the time), and help us notice the early signs of an episode before it gets beyond our control. It's hard for a lot of us to put into words how we feel. This is quite normal. If you go to a General Family Doctor and tell them that you are "suffering with depression" (one of the most notable symptoms), without mentioning the symptoms of mania, there is a good chance you won't receive the proper care needed to feel better.
It's also extremely important that our loved ones take the time to learn about Bipolar Disorder. People around us can often notice symptoms that we can't - especially if we're severely symptomatic. If your child, spouse, or family member was diagnosed with any other type of serious illness, it would be crucial to learn more about it.
Bipolar Disorder is a team effort but not everyone is up to the challenge... It can be a LOT to ask of someone to be there for us and we often have different expectations of what "being there" means. It's also just as important that our "supporters" have support themselves. It's easy for them to become lost in the illness with us if they don't have a road-map (like this channel) to guide them. If our loved-ones aren't capable of providing the help we need, that's ok. Don't waste any time! There are many resources like this channel, organizations, and groups to help bring people together. It's ok to find your own "Bipolar Family" if needed.
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[@nerea4327]

I'm BP2 and it took me years to realize I had a problem. I was constantly like "I'm so depressed, I don't want to do anything, I should see a doctor", but then hypomania would kick in and I changed to "woah, I was such a crybaby. I'm changing my life now cause I've finally seen the light". I didn't realize the cycling was the problem itself. After I was diagnosed, it was hard for me to accept the "me" I became during hypomania was just part of the illness.

[@jawjagrrl]

You probably also equated hypomania with "normal" baseline functionality - I certainly did. I would go through periods of mild depression, then a hypomanic phase would begin. I'd lose weight I gained on the downswing, have great inspiration on creative projects (I was an art director), feel more socially "normal" relative to the introvert I actually am. But it came with agitation and insomnia too. New relationships were a nightmare because they would trigger hypomania and I couldn't sort out genuine feelings from the up cycle or go through the early stages of relationship building in a normal way.

[@davidjones-tb6yi]

HI I am bp2 also. It is difficult to realise the hypermania. It is our personality in a heightened state. People who know us understand. Those who do not are ignorant in a general sence.

[@davidjones-tb6yi]

I hope you are getting the right help. We can not go and enjoy drinking but to keep us on an even keal we need to do more common sense things like a proper diet walking every day keep well my friend

[@ydaLnooM]

This exactly, I would write down points to talk to a doctor about, and then forget about them when I was being super productive and feeling great and like I was conquering the world. I went to the psychiatrist because I thought I had ADHD and I wanted medication to help me finish my projects (and I did too) but the doctor told me that my Bipolar I symptoms were more urgent to treat... I would have never thought I had a bipolar disorderI thought I just had the sads and was a little bit impulsive sometimes.

[@bajwarubin]

Sara Last oh good im just starting with the videos and this comment is really what I’m feeling for so long now

[@rwheels6471]

Man you've already explained so much more than I've managed to get out of my psychiatrists over the last ten years... You are doin good things bro.

[@aab434]

@Mamabearintx💗 hi mama bear

[@mariealbright7101]

I stumbled across your video at 5 am . I have been seeking help for over ten years and what a truly helpful video you have developed. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@raphaellavelasquez8144]

Psychiatrists seem so smug to me. They dont seem to think you need to know about your own condition or they dont believe their patients can understand.

[@Alwaysherethere]

Me too,but when I'd ask a lot of different doctors what was my diongnosis was whatever mood I was in they'd tell me it'll go away soon. Until one counselor told me. I just looked at her. What I don't understand is why they didn't tell me. And believe me when I tell you, I suffered with depression for long periods at a time

[@lisahall1989]

Hes awesome.

[@deeprollingriver5820]

Bipolar has ruled my life. Anxiety, severe depression, hypomania, manic episodes (rare. Once every 10 years). But I managed to get a Masters degree but keeping jobs is a struggle.

[@fatihashuib7642]

if there anyone out there with bipolar type ii can keep their professional and career ? can we get connected and share tips on coping

[@zp6097]

fatiha shuib - I did 20 years and retired from the Air Force. -Was. Not. Fun/Easy. - I have aggressive mania, and that was a positive in the military, so I guess that’s how it went undiagnosed.

[@electriclott]

BP2 here. I do manage to hold a job, but it's a struggle at times. My key was finding a job that was not stressful, and A boss that was understanding of my situation.

[@dreamznaspiratons7064]

What works?

[@BeaVizcarra]

I too have a Master’s degree but can’t keep a job and currently on disability. I applied to vocational rehabilitation and I’m hoping they can help me but right now I’m really struggling to get stable on meds because I am on a depressive episode

[@laurauzan1084]

If I could JUST bottle the high

[@PolarWarriors]

Laura Uzan You would make millions! 😁😁

[@LANIkoo]

I’ve said this so many times! I’ve tried mdma (ecstasy) before (post diagnosis) and it’s similar - that’s the best way I can describe it to friends who have witnessed me manic but don’t know what’s going on.

[@NinaGormanShock]

I wouldn't mind taking a controlled sip of mania every now and then.

[@LadyViolatorUK1]

My mania was totally wild and I hurt so many loved ones. I never want mania again..the agitation was horrendous. It damn near broke me..x

[@ericzimmerman8487]

I shroom out during my highs

[@darquequeen2323]

It's a special hell I wouldn't wish on anyone. It nearly destroyed my current relationship, and when I disclosed it, instead of understanding, I was humiliated and mocked, being called "crazy". My experiences has made me extremely reticent to say anything ever again.

[@dianna1976]

I'm so sorry that happened to you 💔

[@darquequeen2323]

dianna Thank you.

[@PolarWarriors]

That’s a horrible experience! Thanks for at least sharing and you are very welcome here😊🤗 -Rob

[@meganlovesdisneyandcrafts4780]

Darque Queen I'm so sorry. I'm glad you're here and I appreciate that you shared👏😊 This is a very safe community (not sure how Rob does it but THANK YOU ROB) So there's no worries about posting. Bipolar really needs to learn to ask to try and but in😂😒 P.s my online (for now) Boyfriend of a few years struggles he was open about it before we jumped into it and I wasn't leaving before and that should really make no difference if a person cares about YOU!

[@sharonzernia6100]

Darque, that is so sad. It is okay for a person to go to a dr. if they have a physical illness, but sadly, that isn't the case for a mental disorder. :'((

[@southernmiss9923]

my mom had bp1, rapid cycle with physcosis to the degree to have to be hospitalized and would have catatonic depression sometimes. I wouldn't change having the mother I had (she died this August from cancer). I use to get very upset how people acted towards her. she was a very sweet and giving person. I always admired how she could see things in a different way than me. She could create art from some things I would never have thought of! She got to the point where she could actually tell when she was about to go into a hypomanic cycle and taught me what to do as a child. This illness isn't easy to manage but, if your patient with yourself and forgiving you can learn to manage it to a degree that it's not as hard. I NEVER really thought of bi polar as a mental illness until now... I always thought it meant my mom was special... gifted

[@AF3NI]

Ty and sorry for your lost. i just got diagnosed yesterday official after a decade of telling them i think I'm bipolar 2. And them not listening and waiting for treatment. I also found out couple of weeks ago im pregnant. makes me very scared to become a mom because of having the diagnosis but reading you comment gave me some peace of mind. I'm very happy with the pregnancy very unexpected but i feel blessed and cursed at the same time right now.

[@nedi1150]

@@AF3NI Congratulations on finally getting the diagnosis, and congrats on your pregnancy, I hope everything is going well and you have the support you need.

[@AF3NI]

@@nedi1150 thank you for your sweet message. Because I'm pregnant they can't help me right now, so I'm still in the same place they want me on meds so they can be 100 percent sure and hopefully the treatment will be working.. But i can't breastfeed my baby and it comes with a lot of risks start taking meds when you pregnant so i choose not the do it..I'll wait untill I delivered my baby because I want to breastfeed if I can💙 we are doing good and that's what matters, i have so much love for this baby he gave me a lot of peace. in three months I will hopefully deliver a baby boy sorry for my English.

[@josephinebehan9431]

You sound very positive. I wish you well and hope you get to breastfeed. Hopefully, you have the support you need, especially after delivering. Wishing you and your baby much love and safe and easy delivery. 😊

[@dianaa.6268]

You are such a compassionate and understanding person. Mom😊 did something right for sure

[@Nyfelt]

Got diagnosed as BP2 yesterday after at least 10 years mixture of drug/alcohol abuse, self destructive behaviour, almost working myself to death and more or less delusional thinking and paranoia at times. Anything to drown out the demon in my head. Once got on a plane to a dangerous third world country and lived in a hut for a couple of months once just to get away from everything. I was robbed three times and almost killed without any fear or regard of my own life. Not even that made me think there was anything wrong with me other that I felt like shit as I've always had. Started binge watching your videos and found out so much about the disease I had never known. For example, the 15-20% suicide risk I now belong to witch makes it a really deadly illness. Thank you so much. I still believe the government are watching us though!

[@rachelgawrysiakschwister2982]

Ditto!!!

[@Matt-hx4vn]

Maybe the government is watching, but I don't think they really care. It's great that you were diagnosed. Now the new battle is taking your meds and going to counseling as you recover (trust me, not as easy as it sounds). Good for you for trying to become a healthier you!

[@jej0062]

They watching us And a lot watching us

[@AsktheSpirits]

There’s more watching you than the govt Sir.

[@99rylee]

the government is watching you, me and all of us through the use of everyday technology. Your not paranoid or delusional its just that most people are ignorant of this or choose to keep their heads buried in the sand.

[@amandacampbell-polley5571]

I was misdiagnosed as having MDD which led to me being prescribed massive doses of SSRI’s which brought about a severe manic episode that led to so much destruction in my life...some of it was irreparable. It’s only been in the past 5 years that I’ve gotten a handle on my bipolar disorder. One of my life’s goals is to raise awareness about bipolar disorder so that it may be treated properly. Thank you so much for everything you do.

[@newnormal92]

My mom is bipolar type 2, and our relationship is great now but growing up I didn't understand why she acted the way she did & I started to resent her.. Thank you for this video, its very insightful!

[@adamscharpf9908]

I just got out of the hospital. My doctor is adding to my diagnosis. I was allowed to have my computer for the three days I was in. I watched your videos and spoke with my loving wife. Thanks for your work!

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

When I saw the BEST psychiatrist ever around 11 years ago, the very first thing he had me do was to go into a room and to fill out a quite lengthy questionnaire. From this, he was able to quickly dx me with Bipolar 2 Disorder. With many years of trying different med combinations, I finally reached nirvana. Not to say it *cured* me, as I still have depressive episodes, with the occasional hypomania. But even with these, I have felt more like "myself" than I have in years! Hope is out there! It just takes sometimes a length of time to get the meds adjusted correctly! My very best wishes to all, Amy x

[@FCox-cy2zq]

Would you share your doctors name?

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

@@FCox-cy2zqWhere are you located? My doctor could not treat you if you don't live near his office. 😊

[@UnknownHumanOnline]

Can I ask what kind of medication you are now and how are you doing?​@@AMYBIERHAUS

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

Still doing well, thank you so much for asking! ~ Amy 🥂

[@BethanyB86]

I was diagnosed almost 5 years ago with non specified and then after my psychotic break after my daughter was born I was put into bipolar type 1 with 3 core specifiers. I knew I had the psychosis for years before my diagnosis. About 7 1/2 years ago during a manic episode I slept 4 hours within a week I thought I was Jesus, the government was watching me. I should’ve gotten help but I was ashamed and thought I was just crazy. Now it’s been 5 years and I have an amazing care team therapy and my doctor who are monitoring me closely. I cycle every 2-3 months even medicated and I tend to get mixed episodes during the holidays. I go manic in the spring and depressed in the fall. I can cycle less severely in between there, but I cannot work and hold down a job. I struggle at times being a mother and a wife. It’s been almost 5 years since I sought help but I’m still not 100%. Great video!

[@PolarWarriors]

Beth 1986 thanks so much for sharing Beth! I’m glad you found my channel 😊🤗

[@Matt-hx4vn]

Beth, it sounds like you're working really hard to get to a good place, both for yourself and your family. That's awesome! Don't let outside issues like holding a job deter you from what's really important, being as healthy as you can! #BiPolarSibling

[@4Renmark]

Epilim as a mood stabilizer. Less cycles

[@nicoley2133]

OMG! I relate too much to your comment! I've been working toward my associate's degree for 10 years now and have been able to get it done in the last two years. The problem I have had is cycling despite meds and therapy have caused me to have to take several classes over again because my depression can get so bad during fall and winter and my mania is so high in summer I can't stay focused! I have done the best during spring and fall when I tend to be a little calmer and better collected. It doesn't help me that I have 4 other illnesses tied to my BD1. I'm actually trying to get on SSI/SSDI because throughout the last 18 years or so I have had three pages worth of jobs I have done, no job lasting more than 10 months. It's always refreshing when I come across another person like me, but you are the most relatable to anyone I have met based on your comment.

[@pranayvora258]

Beth 1986 hello, Beth pranay here, BPD , I read your comment and can completely relate to it what u said, the delusion, grandiosity, irrrational fear, suspiciaon to others, I haven passed through it all, this is so wonderful here where we all can communicate and listen, tc

[@wattlight7349]

I'm BP2. I managed to deal with it by myself through high school and some of college. I ended up dropping out of college, going to years of therapy and married the love of my life. The hypomanias come once every two months (manias come once or twice a year). For the most part I'm depressed or baselined. I'll probably be in therapy for the rest of my life as I dont take meds for it. Big heart to everyone who goes through BP. Keep working hard and keep fighting for baseline

[@staceyking3448]

Great video, my partner is bi polar 2 and we have great doctors here that support him and myself. He cycles often and l can see the changes so clearly now l know him well. I love my bipolar man so much , hes incredibly strong and tries to minimise the affect his disorder has on us by understanding and acceptance.

[@_pernille_]

Your description of Bipolar 2 is exactly how I experienced my symptoms - years (8-9 years) of depression with hypomania that I (and my doctors) thought was me getting better. I finally got my Bipolar 2 diagnosis 3 years ago (I was 36 years) and I've been well the last year. A whole new life for me!😊

[@kathymarinucci6054]

Pernille Aarseth Hi, I was wondering what changed after your new diagnosis? Different meds? If so, what med is working for you? Thanks, Kathy

[@sammysam2615]

I was in a relationship with a woman for 6 years and she had Bipolar. She was typically depressed, self loathing, worried 24/7 and was so consumed with her worries she struggled with everyday tasks. I gave her my all, worked 60 to 72 hours a weeks so she wouldn't have to take on any extra stress. I paid all the bills, did the shopping, laundry, was woken up by her multiple times in between shifts, I didn't mind, but usually I was lucky if I got 2.5 hours of sleep. For 6 years, I put my own mental health away and ignored it. I have PTSD. In April she broke up with me and I lost it. I tried killing myself. But everyday that we were together, I tried to imagine what she was going through, and I could never get there. She's a beast though. She's been supportive with my recovery and treatment. We we're toxic given our mental health. Good video

[@ABRASILERA17]

Your embodied empathy is incredibly rare, keep refining boundaries so you can continue to be the incredible being you are

[@briankocheraabcdt4628]

I have asked my doctor what my diagnosis is, and was told that I could get bogged down with labels. It's more important to become aware of my behavior and feelings than have some label hung around my neck. Additionally, as was pointed out in this video - over time the diagnosis can change. Our brains and nervous system can change over time. With the help of therapy, learning symptom recognition, acquiring coping skills what was a type 1 could evolve into a type 2 where things aren't so intense. So, the smart money is on not getting so stuck with labeling yourself. Get in touch with your feelings. Maybe along with a psychiatrist seeing a psychologist who specializes in bi-polar and such can help you with symptom recognition. Thirty one years later, I am able to do things that were never something I could do. I am self-employed as a professional dog trainer. I manage my own business, do marketing research, design my own website, I write dog training hand-outs to help my clients. I am caring for my 102 year old mother who lives with me. I do all those basic living things like house cleaning, shopping for food, preparing meals for myself and mom. (We have different diets. I have to lose some weight. Mom needs more protein). The really freeing thing, is I don't do anything impulsively or compulsively! I used to buy stuff just because it was on sale, and never use it. I can still be spontaneous. I can also take some me time to just relax and make music without feeling that I need to be doing something. When I was first diagnosed I had all those Type 1 with psychotic features. Now, I just take my meds everyday and have a busy but good life. It's all about finding balance. I really don't think about it so much. Some folks are left handed, I have bi-polar. I also correct people. It's a disease just like any other. It's not something I am. We need to educate people about certain diseases. He isn't schizophrenic, he has schizophrenia. She isn't bi-polar, she has bi-polar. They aren't epileptics. They have epilepsy. If you are feeling down, or stuck. I am here to let you know that there is hope. Life still sucks at times, but I can handle it. They threw up their hands in Vocational Rehab and chalked me up as a lost cause. I proved to myself that I did it! I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with my own dog training company.

[@andorthethis]

I was diagnosed early onset bipolar 2 about 10 years ago in the midst of the most chaotic, distressing, and difficult part of my life to this day. Eventually reaching a stable, happy place, all but one one of my doctors ruled that I actually had just been dealing with intense depression, anxiety, and puberty. The one hold out strongly suggested I undergo more thorough evaluation, but I was eager to put this “mistake” behind me. I went off the meds, came out of the closet, and my quality of life improved so drastically. But there was still something wrong. Overall, I’ve enjoyed a happy life for the past several years and I’ve coped well. But Ive still had random and super intense depressive episodes. Feelings of wanting to crawl in a hole and never come out while also having so much adrenaline pumping through me that I want to run a marathon. All of this coupled with a fleeting sense that I was the best self I had ever been and that I could conquer the world. This all came to a head recently when I had a real breakdown, unable to leave my home, struggling to eat & sleep and I forced myself to go back to a therapist and was finally as honest as I possibly could be about the thoughts and feelings I had just been coping with. Things I for the most part had been capable of handling on my own in secret but now had no choice but to reveal them. And I heard the words I had feared most....it sounds like you have Bipolar 2. I shuddered but then I realized the world hadn’t ended. I was still sitting on the couch. I was still me and I was still living. And I will continue to do so. Now I’ll just be able to do it with the proper support I need and deserve. It’s a hard possibility to accept, and who knows maybe there’s some other answer out there. But videos like these are so helpful. Makes me feel less alone and makes it seem possible to get through.

[@B_B_]

Thanks for this video, Rob! Bipolar can be frightening and confusing for a lot of us. I hope more people see this and come to understand us all just a bit more!

[@meganlovesdisneyandcrafts4780]

It means alot to me that hopefully non warriors are watching and helping to break stigmas! Thank you. Great video Rob, wasn't sure I could make it through but nice a short👍😄💪

[@PolarWarriors]

Disney Gamer hi Disney!! Thanks for the comment as usual. Great to see you here again 😊😊 Enjoy a peaceful weekend ☀️☀️☀️

[@meganlovesdisneyandcrafts4780]

Polar Warriors You're very welcome. Thank you for this resource that is here to help. It's great to be here Not that i've been doing horrible just big changes hard to cope with but i got this, no worries 😊💜

[@darquequeen2323]

Yes!!!! Yes!!!! 🙌🏽👍🏽💪🏽

[@dianna1976]

Hey Disney, how's it going? We have a polar warriors community section on Patreon, gosh you would really be an asset on there! I know rob won't mind if I share an old video on there, m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHOaZq2gfqqloNU&ebc=ANyPxKrm9LC36nmTNa5_4QpDzzuiTnQduHC01uieuc6jTyaSPM15BRNIm1q1oALnMRD7eQCUq2aFm4SGNtUNjZ3sLyd4a0BLhg&time_continue=6

[@loveabullinny]

Im here to learn for my brother. Six years of cycling heartbreak for him and us who love him. I think he is finally ready to admit its more then depression. I am going to send him to this channel. Love and respect is sent your way

[@Scspencer25]

Thank you, once again! Today is my birthday and just hearing your voice speak about bipolar disorder made me feel better. I know I have someone in my corner.

[@caroline8077]

I'm bipolar type 2, my last hypomania resulted in 3 hours of sleep per night in a week and I didnt felt hungry at all and worked full time office hours 5 days a week. Due to all this I started painting my hallway, decorated the walls with stuff I made. And I felt so so on top of the world and I felt a big big hunger for sex so I didnt know what to do.....and then BAM the anxiety and depression hit me. Not so much depression but an anxiety from hell. Thank you for this channel because it make me feel Im not alone

[@justinthesen5896]

I know exactly what you mean, but isn't the Mania part great?

[@justinthesen5896]

@Dan Pearl what is your problem? I'm trying to encourage people on here. Seems like you're just being an a******.

[@sriven30]

i have same problem. What helped you. i am in extreme help ness situation, no doctor or medication is working. May i know what kind of treatment worked for you ? Is It Lithium ?

[@emmaberger3748]

When you mentioned the mixed states, at first I was like "how could that even work" but then I realized it's the closest thing I've come across that explains the intense emotion I feel sometimes. I didn't even have a word for it despite knowing it's different than anything I've ever felt or heard about

[@sunshinelavender1663]

I recently (last year and a half) because my depression hit me like a wall after the world changing with Covid. I couldn’t function. After talking to a psychiatrist and summing up my crazy like story in a session he thought it was obvious I had BPII. I had never even thought about it. Had been diagnosed with MDD, GA and BPD in the past Thanks for your content

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon if you are interested. He also posts more personal information about his day to day struggles like his recent hospital stay. For the month of July he is offering free phone calls to patrons. Take gentle care! 🙏 Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@kimmypoopookaras]

Thank you for providing a clear, concise explanation of this disease. Unfortunately people don’t understand Bi-polar and assume you are dangerous, irresponsible or just plain “crazy”. I wish you well through your journey.

[@blooding77]

I am so glad that your video went so much more into depth with bipolar disorder. It confuses me when I see videos or hear explanations of bipolar disorder and they talk in terms of weeks and years between episodes.... when I can cycle threw the whole spectrum within a day. Thank you so much for your video.

[@nicoley2133]

same here!

[@pattiehicks7673]

Wow weird to hear you say that when I just thought the same thing watching this video. I am always a little over the top about things so I thought it was just me!

[@imanif829]

Same I feel it constantly

[@virginiagirl6628]

I experience severe depression with anxiety so bad I literally feel like I am plugged into an electrical outlet. My skin crawls, my brain races to where the only thing I can focus on is my overwhelming anxiety. I get a kind of agoraphobia where I can't leave my room. It's so horrible. I lost my last job and everything else I had and had to move home with my super dysfunctional family. I am type 2 and don't have insurance and haven't been able to get medication for almost 4 years. Needless to say things can get really bad. I am so glad I found this channel and community!

[@traceytilson2019]

Thanks for posting. It was nice knowing there is someone out there like me even though i am sorry that you too are going thru this. Tracey in Va.

[@verawiggins125]

I really appreciate how you simplified the different types of bipolar and the most common modifiers. As someone with Bipolar 1, rapid thoughts and regular mixed states, it can be a daunting task to explain my own experience to others who cannot relate to what I go through. I’m sure you hear that a lot, but I felt I needed to say thanks.

[@ellerj641]

My family has suspected for years that my father is bipolar. His mood is absolutely chaotic and all over the place. He can be fine for one second then extremely angry the next. It's like walking on eggshells and glass around him. You never know what his mood is going to be or what it's going to change into next. Every few months or so, he'll finally level out, but to me this is even more terrifying. He can be mellow and calm for a few weeks, or at the lowest of the low and extremely depressed and negative for a few weeks. What makes it terrifying is you never know when he's going to snap again and the chaos starts all over. Usually when he snaps, it's the worst as he becomes so angry and unpredictable. My best memory of his mood swing happened when I least expected it and I have never seen it happen before. He was happy and calm and was sitting in his recliner watching TV. (in this state, he is less likely to flip moods as there are little to no triggers). I had a whole normal conversation with him for a short while before I stepped outside for no more than two minutes to check on my mom. As soon as I came back in, is was like someone switched a light switch and flipped him around. He was very angry, bitter, and negative. It was at one of his worst points where you couldn't even look at him or be so much as in the same room/house as him without him coming after you accusing you of looking at him the wrong way, or something that didn't even happen. I love my father and I wish he would get some help, but if you so much as mention it to him, he will flip out and say he's not crazy and there's nothing wrong with him.

[@PolarWarriors]

I think you would find Rob's video with his Mother very helpful. If you want to contact him directly you can message him on Patreon or one on one coaching on our new Polar Warriors website. Your not alone! Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member Rob: I really need your help to keep a good thing going here... PLEASE consider supporting Polar Warriors work on Patreon. Even just $1 a month makes a huge difference. Thank you so much

[@lisamariecruz1352]

I was diagnosed with ADHD....however, I truly feel that I was misdiagnosed...I definitely resonate more with bipolar disorder...

[@kkech1]

They're in fact differential diagnoses given pretty often. I've had ADHD as a kid and Bipolar growing up and still have residual symptoms from the ADHD that get worse when I'm having an episode. Anything new from you?

[@rachelgawrysiakschwister2982]

My bipolar world is a dark sad and scary place😖😖😖

[@BarthelemyLesaint]

Welcome to my world !

[@Nautilus1972]

How old are you , Rachael? If you're quite young, it seems as if it will always be like this - that there's no light at the end of the tunnel. But there is a light. I never took medication - I drank and took drugs for about 20 years instead - but once you recognise your negative mindset and learn to trap negative thoughts as they happen, you'll ease yourself out of that. I'm not a doctor, I stayed away from them so I can't comment on whether they're goofd or not (they tend to put you on medication), but it is doable if you decide to go it alone. You will need to stop drinking/drugging to do that though. Good luck. Be well.

[@andrewfenn2916]

Keep fighting

[@redmxn5705]

@@andrewfenn2916 you too

[@justinthesen5896]

We all live there sister. Jope things get better for you.

[@marvelousjay4389]

This is so good! Keep up the great content. I do not suffer from bipolar disorder but my ex and mother of my children does. Its so crazy because at one point she was not like that all, she was normal all through school until we graduated and her sister passed, then after our second child she got postpartum depression which the docs believed triggered it. Her mother had it and i remember her saying things like man my mom is so crazy I don't know why she does the things she does and I never understood it. She was on medication for a bit and did great but decided on her own that she no longer needed her medication and although her family and I were trying to help her she completely with confident that she was fine and lost control to the point where she had to be institutionalized I ended up having to leave with my two children. And to this day she still is on and off medication when she's on she will look for the kids and completely sound reasonable and logical in a conversation. When she gets off of the medication she is completely erratic takes me to court every time to try to get custody of the children even though the court said that would not be possible unless she were to continue to take her medication and continue to get help. It breaks my heart because we grew up together and to see her now is sad. She used to be so healthy and fit, such a clean person and now her home is falling apart, its filthy inside, she gained a crazy amount of weight its sad to see everything she hated in her mom was passed down to her and we didnt even know it. So i am def keeping an eye on my babies. I hope more people come to your Channel to learn. I educate myself and my children so they are aware that mommy is sick. Because at one point i even woke up to her in my bedroom at 3am wanting to see the kids and i have no clue as to how she even broke into my home. But even then i have been as patient as possible because I cannot imagine what dealing with something like that on a daily basis must feel like nobody can but people are quick to judge those that suffer from bipolar disorder and my heart truly goes out to everyone with this. God bless you all!

[@michaelmendez6308]

My girlfriend of 6 months just had her first manic episode and went into the mental hospital, we just found out shes bipolar. Do you have any update on your current situation?

[@sabrinahutz5189]

I was diagnosed with the eighth one. The doctor used to the term "manic panic" during my diagnosis. That is also a hair dye brand they had at hot topic

[@RecycleChic]

💟☮️💟

[@darbirhian]

I've used that hair dye many times! haha

[@VaultViking]

Omg, that was hilarious

[@drhust1955]

I just found your channel. Thank you so much. I'm bipolar 1( mixed, w/psychotic features). Been relatively stable over ten years+. The medication has helped a lot (Zoloft, Seroquel,Lamictal,Trazadone). However, agitation and sleep disorder stay with me. It's amazing how BD causes so many different symtoms. My doctor told me it gets worse with age and I'm getting older.( baby boomer). Let's hope he's wrong. Folks, take your meds religiously and be well. Now I'm going to binge watch the videos.👍

[@PolarWarriors]

Thank you soooo much for sharing your story! I always love hearing stories of people with long term stability! It gives me hope! Unfortunately this disorder does progress but there are new mood stabilizers coming out all the time and studies for new treatments that give me hope! Again, thanks for sharing! - Dianna Polar Warrior Team Member For additional content consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@carolynvanravenswaay5640]

@@PolarWarriors deer

[@karent561]

I have shared this video with my doctors, therapist and anyone struggling with bipolar or that love someone they suspect may suffer. Rob covers so much in this video and provides links to corresponding videos. He has been a God send in my own struggle with bipolar. He has filled in the blanks about my dad's diagnosis years ago and also helped me understand my children who struggle with this horrible illness as well. Thank you Rob for all that you do to provide education and compassion for us.

[@GHOST-LEPER]

I have just as recently as last week been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, I wasn’t given any information on it other than that I have it and this channel is my first step in understanding what my life is and I am so happy to feel not so lost and alone, thank you Robert for choosing to help people with BPD.

[@Xixecal75]

This is really good! It should be required viewing for psychiatrists, you get it way better than they do. They are so eager to medicate symptoms they don't stop to think about the underlying causes.

[@attheranch873]

Thank you for this calm, rational complete explanation of bipolar diagnoses. It is very helpful.

[@patriciabannister2721]

I have type 1 have had mixed states, psychotic features, hallucinations, and of course the horrible depression, and full blown mania stopped with ECT . My life has been a roller coaster ride from hell.

[@Chromedome-ss6mg]

I feel ya, me too

[@timg6176]

Me as well. I actually at 40 now believe I'm literally in hell.

[@marirosado334]

I feel like my highs are worse than my lows. I do incredibly impulsive embarrassing hurtful shit that I seriously regret 😞

[@larryr.parker2604]

I think I heard that it can take up to eight meetings with psychiatrists/psychologists before someone arrives at the correct diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. Then I found out that there are several comorbid conditions that can exist beside Bipolar Disorder, like ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, etc. I have had a very hard time getting the other conditions diagnosed. It seems that the mental health providers would rather keep their lives simple by only treating my Bipolar symptoms and not address any symptoms of any comorbid disorder. This has left me feeling that I am having to be my own doctor. I'm getting the sense that just because I have a mental illness I am considered irrational in requesting testing for comorbid conditions. Thus, having a mental illness equals being mentally retarded. The reason why I say this is because I self-diagnosed low testosterone and low thyroid function. I had to politely, yet firmly insist to my healthcare provider to get checked for these items. And, sure enough, I have both and I take a monthly testosterone injection, along with a daily thyroid replacement tablet.

[@klaudia8151]

Thank You so much for this video. I am trying to help my partner, who I believe has some form of BPD and I do not want him to feel so helpless, so I'm trying to find out more about it, specify what type he might be and hopefully get him the help he deserves. He does not believe that he can be helped but I am trying hard to find out how to help that thinking too.. So thank you! You're very helpful. I will not give up on him. Its kinda hard, as I'm really depressive too, but stabilising both of our mental illnesses to a point where we can function semi normally is my top priority, we're strong and we will make it. To everyone who is struggling - please never give up, I believe in You. ❤️

[@PolarWarriors]

Wow! What a beautiful comment! Thank you for sharing your story. You are spot on! 🙏🌞 - Rob For additional content and more direct contact consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@missjddrage1111]

I was trying to do the same with my fiancee before he died. I researched so much to just lose in the end. I hope and pray that your situation soars to beautiful heights. I truly do. 💐🙏💕

[@klaudia8151]

@@missjddrage1111 I'm very sorry to hear that ❤️ I would give you a huge hug if I could. I'm happy to say that with the help of a psychologist, a stable relationship with me, meditation, cold exposure, breath work, some spirituality (Eckhart Tolle - The Power of Now and Dr Joe Dispenzas books), lots of patience, understanding and LOVE - my partners symptoms have been 1/100 of what they used to be! 4 years later it seems as if he is a completely different person, so in control and almost quite enjoying life. :) It was worth the fight. ❤️ Peace and Love to all 🙏

[@Laughingwithtravii]

thank you for this. I was diagnosed with BP2, severe anxiety, depression, and ocd when I was 15. im actually so thankful for my parents custody battle that led to me having to talk to someone and get this diagnosis, because I don't think I would even be here to type this had that not happened. im now 26 and after years of pill cocktails that did little to help, and moving around so I couldn't ever feel confident in my therapist/doctors or the [mental] health system, it seems my mental health took a backseat for far too long. im just now arriving at a point where im ready (again) to seek treatment, because, well, let's be honest, it's that bad. my only goal for 2020 is to find some type of progress in this area, and this was a wonderful kick start to that, truly. subbed as well, cause I defo am about to binge and look forward to future videos. I also learned that im rapid cycling, which im not sure how I feel about other than '4' made me laugh. off to watch the 10 signs video and write down some stuff for when I finally work up the courage/willpower to take the next step, but oh boy do I hope its sooner rather than later.

[@biotech4144]

Very helpful video and I like how you preface things so it’s harder to misconstrue. Inconsistency is the worst part of the illness

[@arikazuma6472]

I love this video! Thank you so much for actually explaining type 2 correctly! Many people don’t understand it and I usually get told “oh it’s just your normal self” or “it’s just a minor issue” when I know it’s not. You didn’t downplay these REAL issues all of us experience, no matter what type! Thank you again :)

[@cleemdallaradio5802]

Great video man I really appreciate it Rob I'm going to say one fact is there are only about 16% of people that have bipolar 1 that will talk about their illness. You and I are the 16% that 84% don't and a lot of people thank us. I just hope everything goes great for everyone I love you all this guy is awesome don't let anyone put you down he's helping everyone out with your problems with bipolar so let's all grow together and give Robert a big round of applause I'm going to do a tribute video to him

[@PolarWarriors]

Cleemdalla Radio Thanks brother! So glad to have you as a friend and supporter. You are a good man J 😊🙏☀️

[@Scspencer25]

Bipolar type 1 warrior that will speak about it to anyone that truly wants to listen!

[@derekthrash9643]

Hear hear and amen! Robert thank you for your information and passion for others who are sick and stuck as I was. My family is loving me back to feeling the stigma leave by using your video and other info to help make our lives easier. Bless you Robert and be well! I'm doing MUCH better

[@nicoley2133]

YEP! BD1 here, too and rapid-cycling to boot >.

[@mydogdiditnoti6411]

Thank you. The education is a lot. Really grateful. I was diagnosed with Bp1 in 1996. Anxiety, Bp1, depression, and have sports injury from old job. Disabled for 15 years DAV Compensation and SSDI for 11 years soon. I have had a dog for almost 7 years now and a cat. They have been great company.

[@TheArtemis07]

A few weeks ago, I was diagnosed with BP 1 mixed. This video helps me understand my condition better. My therapist is helping me, too, and my psychiatrist just changed my meds. I’m feeling much better. Thank you so much!

[@juissacorona6265]

Amazing!!! I'm bipolar 2 & just realized that there's an actual name to my anxiety and panic attacks..." anxious distress" I can add that to my records as soon as I find myself a new doctor... Thank you

[@virginiaholliday6952]

You've done such a terrific job researching our disease. Again I thank you. I wish I could get my daughter to watch these videos...she won't. I really appreciate the time you've taken to put these together.

[@TiaMarlier]

I appreciate your transparency and intelligence as you clearly explain very complex information in an easy-to-grasp manner. So helpful! Your openness about your own situation is a testament to HOPE and you are sharing that hope through your channel here. Thank you!!

[@PolarWarriors]

I appreciate that!

[@kccampbell9667]

It took at least 30 years to get the correct diagnosis, and I've taken several Mental Health Spa treatments (my name for my trips to the mental hospitals). It's comforting to listen to you talking about my life and to know that I'm not alone in this mess. I've been in therapy on and off at times for 30+ years. Therapy has been the biggest support in helping deal with my mental illness, and yes, I take my medicine.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hey there ! Rob is available on patreon. You can message him, text or even have a call with him there. He is offering free support phone calls for all patrons right now. I think you may benefit from that. Take gentle care. Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds On Patreon, you can message Rob directly, get a phone/video call, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@ereshkigalinanna6646]

Thank you so much for taking the time to put this information online in this format. All of the gratitude! ❤️🙏

[@jawjagrrl]

Thank you! I never had extreme or uncontrollable anxiety until 3 or so years ago - I haven't been behind the wheel for almost that long. I have panic attacks and feel as if I will black out if I even approach a paved road (I can offroad around my farm just fine). I was diagnosed with type 2 bipolar by my gp 2 1/2 years ago. He does have above average interest and knowledge of mental health and I agree with this assessment, which I can now see traces of going back even to childhood. That there is a potential anxiety component (the 8th you mentioned) is something I would love to know more about. My inability to drive greatly impacts the lives of my household.

[@yogalune_]

You have made me feel so much less embarrassed by my disorder. Thank you for everything you do. It means so much.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi @yogalune_! Thank you so much for the kind words. It's comments like yours that motivate me to keep making videos. How are you feeling this week? It would be great to stay connected with you... I'll include a link below to my private community on Patreon. It's where you can message me directly anytime (and access a lot of content I don't post on KZbin). www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors Take extra good care of yourself @yogalune_ and I hope you will continue to stop by the channel. I appreciate you =) -Rob Whittaker, Polar Warriors

[@JulieannsSerenity]

Thank you so very much. No one has ever taken the time to explain my diagnosis to me and I couldn’t ask questions when I didn’t even know certain elements existed, short of just general knowledge of hearing about Bipolar 1 and 2, I had no idea there was anything more to this disease. I have a friend who is rapid cycle but I only knew about that when she decided to reveal it to me. I’ve never experienced extreme hypomania before and for the longest time I questioned my diagnosis. Nor did I realize two people will not experience mania in the same way so again, I questioned my diagnosis. I questioned myself. I’m currently in a depressive state and doing a lot of thinking about myself. Why so many panic attacks? Why so much anxiety that I can’t even seem to provide reasons for it a majority of the time. What the hell is wrong with me?! Hearing about that last core has sparked some curiosity! You mean it can be a part of my Bipolar? Did that guy really say that? Sorry, I’m new to your channel, lol. Yes, yes he did! OOOHHH....💡 This makes me really happy, not happy but you know what I mean. Thanks for taking the time to do these videos and explain things so clearly because the DSM, although it did provide some insight, it did little in the way giving me full clarity and comprehension. Really, blessings to you for doing the hard work of taking technical terminology and providing concise understanding. I’m going to be spending more time on your channel learning all I can about myself so I know what I’m working with it and how to work with it. And maybe even stop blaming myself a little less. Thank you, I’m TRULY grateful. 🌸

[@ginaleon9732]

I was diagnosed today. And suddenly my life makes sense. I had been on antidepressants for years as just switched over to a new one... and I thought the manic episodes were what I thought life was supposed to feel like. I’m in shock, yet so excited to know what to get help for now.

[@IntuitionAscension]

Gina Leon I was the same way. I could never just believe that I was only depressed. I always knew there was something more. I hope you get better.

[@LemonTreePondue]

Me too, i havent been diagnosed with bipolar 2 yet, apart from by myself(!), but everything listed as part of it makes total sense to me. I was diagnosed with depression about 10 years ago, and anytime i got hypomanic, I thought that was how life was supposed to be, fun, exciting, enjoyable, a little bit wild and crazy... I'm desparate for a diagnosis of bipolar as I'm sure the addition of the right mood stabilizer will be the answer I need, and be the end of 50 years of a life so unpredictable its almost impossible for me to live a normal life as I just feel unable to commit to anything because I know that in the future I could feel the complete opposite of how I feel today. I just wrote it off as being an extremist, only recently have i realised it might be bipolar 2. Thank you so much for this channel, its so informative and has given me so much hope :)

[@jenayriscedillo5592]

I wish I would’ve found this channel when I was really struggling. I was diagnosed with major depression for 4 years. And landed in hospitals all 4 of those years. I told them the last time there’s no way o was depressed. I didn’t understand what was wrong with me because I wasn’t always sad or was like episodes. And I was more angry than I was sad. When I was diagnosed I felt relief, not that major depression is a bad thing it was just no way it was what I had and no way the medications didn’t help

[@laurarikard3851]

Please continue with these helpful videos. My daughter is really struggling with bipolar disorder. We learned that she was bipolar after a manic and psychosis episode. She's been on a lot of different medications in the last 2 years. Recently she was prescribed lithium. I've never witnessed her wanting to die more than she does now. Please help me! I'm learning more and more about bipolar. I want to understand this mental illness so I can help and support my daughter. Yeah as much as I learn I still feel completely inadequate!

[@PolarWarriors]

Hey there ! Rob is available on patreon. You can message him, text or even have a call with him there. He is offering free support phone calls for all patrons right now. I think you may benefit from that. Take gentle care. Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds On Patreon, you can message Rob directly, get a phone/video call, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@jennyrich3469]

This is really a wealth of information for me. Sometimes I feel like I am the only person in the world who is bipolar.

[@prettybullet4646]

I made the huge mistake of complaining to my GP about severe depression. She diagnosed me with Major Depression and handed me antidepressants and I rocketed right off planet Earth and circled Jupiter for a very long time.

[@citizenprayer5644]

I'm so glad I've found a youtube channel specific about BiPolar disorder. I can't afford to see a psychologist to get a proper diagnosis, but I got this the last time I saw a psychologist a few years ago: ICD-10 F39 Unspecified Mood Disorder Rule out F31.9 Unspecified BiPolar Disorder I don't know what's wrong with me, but I've had these issues for a very time (now that I look back), but I didn't notice them in my life until two years ago when I tried to force myself to focus on a very specific goal, and discovered that despite my extreme attempts, I was unable to do so. During that time I opened my eyes to what was happening to me, and it sent me into a depressive episode. Essentially, here's what happens: I have a bazillion projects and skills I love to work on (playing guitar, quantum physics, web design, server management, graphic design, science fiction writing, ancestry genealogy, youtube channel making and video production, smart home security design and implementation, video games, etc. etc.). I've never completed a project that I wanted to complete: write a full book, learn how to program/code. Because, according to my psychologist, I have an "difficulty dealing with boredom and tedious/mundane tasks." I fully focus, to the point of inability to fully focus on other tasks mentally, such as my job duties, on certain projects that gain my interest at that time. The moment that task appears daunting or tedious to me, my mind flips a switch (almost literally, it feels like my mind both shows a distaste for that task now, and a drawing towards another task), and again ignored other tedious tasks. This focus can last as low as a few hours to as much as two to three weeks, usually two. But the cycle this creates can last for six months or more. Every three or so months, I get a 'glimpse' and see what I've been doing, and it seriously depresses me. I've accomplished nothing, I've succeeded at nothing, I just have a string of unfinished projects, unfinished lives, and progressively it's appeared lately like the cycles have been getting tighter and I've been getting depressed more and more. What I find especially strange; though, is that I'll be very depressed, have thoughts of suicide, start crying, can't sleep, can't eat, and within the same time frame as it takes for a typical cycle to last, and then....I'm good. Like, like it never freaking happened and I'm happy being the little drone than I am focused on some other happy task. I can only assume that before a few years ago, that my entire life was nothing but loops of THIS, and I just never realized it, for years. Now, I'm trying to get a handle on it, and control it, and I'm finding that I just can't. If I attempt to force myself to focus on something I don't 'want' to focus on, my mind actively rejects it. Like it's some kind of virus. I become first irritated and may lash out at others, claiming that I'm trying to 'focus', because it's literally taking everything I have to stay even half focused on this task. After that, it's like I just wear myself out and I get lethargic and tired. When I wake up, I'm all good! Happy! Excited, almost too excited, and I immediately hop on to whatever fun thing there is for me, again, in the middle of the cycle, not even aware that here I am, yet again, out of touch with my own reality of the world around me. I need help, I can't afford help, but this feels like it's literally killing me. I don't know what I can do, but I know one thing...I'm not in control. My mind just does its own damn thing, and I hate it. THIS situation has been the direct result of the loss of four of my jobs, my hardships in my marriage, and just daily life.

[@maribella2139]

My story......to the T. I just got diagnosed with BD 1. Please seek help! I'm attending groups and on meds. My husband and fam. finally understand me but most importantly I understand myself!! Best of luck and don't give up🙂

[@mandiemarie1983]

Rob, you have been a light in the dark. Nuff said. I was originally diagnosed in 1994, back when it was just manic depression..... having your videos has been so valuable for support just, or just to refer friends and family to for education. Thank you so much, for everything you do.

[@Ahmad_MK12]

Hello bro, i am brother of a bipolar sister i am worried about her future, can you please tell me how was your journey? Normal or near to normal life is possible?

[@elisabetta4571]

I love that you said that bipolar is not an identity. That was really good to hear. Thank you for your contents and greetings from Italy.

[@Silverwings1234]

I get the agitated depression. My moods can change rapidly w/o notice. (I notice them). All this-- but the mixed is the worse. Thanks for explaining it in such detail. It really helps knowing that you have what I have. You Get it.

[@Itsameow]

What is it called when you go through an entire cycle or roller coaster of happy, mad, creative, optimistic, sad, anxiety/panic attacks, restlessness, distracted, content and irritated/annoyed ... All throughout the day, every day?!

[@angeli2414]

that sounds more like borderline personality disorder... its also called bpd. BPD and bipolar disorder get confused with each other all the time but you should look into it

[@Itsameow]

@@angeli2414 thank you

[@PolarWarriors]

It's called rapid cycling. Rob has a video on it.

[@amberplatt8876]

Rapid cycling I get it

[@Shortyrider]

just recently started watching your videos, im currently off work and got my appointment with a psychiatrist with possibly cyclothymic disorder and ive been doing alot of research on bipolar and only realising now there are many times throughout my teens to this present day that i have had many hypomanic and depressive episodes but at the time i didn't know, ive been on and off meds for years for anxiety and depression. i find i can be super obsessive with things and get really agitated and aggressive if someone disturbs me when i feel like im not done with what im obsessed with at the time! most recently ive been up and down like a yoyo feeling on top of the world and feel superhuman like i can accomplish anything and cant stand still so many things i want to do racing thoughts. right now i can feel im come down from being on a high and feeling numb and rubbish but i just try to keep my mind busy because i know if i dont the deeper i go into depression! watching your videos is helping me understand and i relate alot to hypomania - depression and rapid cycling. everyone that knows me knows me for being weird and always hypo and going over the top with things but your content makes me feel like im not crazy!

[@jaysmithcool]

I've been given several diagnoses over the years by different doctors. I've had doctors disagree with previous diagnoses I've had. My current doctor is very kind but she doesn't seem to understand my condition very well. Doctors have never been much help to me - some have made it worse at times. Doing my own research has helped the most.

[@rekcufyssup3831]

Mate u make me cry 😢 Cause I’m f!!!ed but the ppl in my life won’t and don’t understand and want to stay ignorant. But your u tube is what I have been using to make them see different. U R THE MAN IN MY BOOK. 🍻

[@KaoriKino]

Dang, I think I'm type 2... I always get depressed, then get happy again and forget about being depressed, but it always comes back... for me it's like pushing off the bottom of a pool, then slowly sinking down again, then pushing off again...

[@stevendalloesingh1214]

Its very exhausting, the dips (obviously) but even the highs could get tiresome at times (when they leave)

[@xxxxMayanJadexxxx]

I was diagnosed with Generalised Anxiety Disorder and ADHD at the age of 14, and since learning more about Bipolar through my mom’s diagnosis and her mental health journey, ever since I was about 20, I’ve been wondering about if I haven’t been fully diagnosed. Because I’ve never felt that the ADHD and GAD fully explained everything. Thank you for breaking this down in a way that makes me more alert to the fact that I should probably bring this up to a psychiatrist as soon as I have the health coverage to do so again...

[@grammyd8361]

Over the past 5 yrs or so, I find I keep coming back to your channel. I'm type2, and was diagnosed 7 yrs ago at 62 yrs old, after I was diagnosed with Major Depression and was hospitalized. After that MD diagnosis a few years later, my counsellor diagnosed me with BP2. I don't have the highs very often however, I fall into manic depression often. It takes a few weeks to get over, before I am hit again. I am never stable. I can't bring myself to be social at all. I'm always afraid I will say too much or just be weird. I walk on egg shells around other people, hibernate for weeks after I hit bottom and I think a lot about suicide. I am medicated and that helps, but I wonder if I will get worse, the older I get? I am almost 70 yrs old now. Do I have a future at all? What comes next? I am all alone, vunerable and have medical issues. All which could kill me, all that could cause me a long, lingering, horrible death. It is very frightening for me, to think about the future. I'm worn out by the stress of the depression, stressed I am going to bottom out at any time and I am not excited about life anymore. I have nothing to look forward to.

[@eunice8116]

@grammyd8 I hope your still going strong always bright days between grey clouds

[@carolynrosser1574]

Thank you,I am really impressed with this video. You explain it so well. I was diagnosed BP1 25 years ago, there was only 2 levels then. Your explanation means I really have type 2 with rapid cycling and anxiety problems. I am SOOO relieved I have not had such trauma as many people who commented. My husband divorced me as he couldn’t deal with the downers, never got antidepressants for many years as they always focused on the manic times. I am astounded I learnt so much from this video considering how long I have been battling with this. I will check out your other clips, I am sure I will learn even more. Thanks.

[@sunshineleo24]

Im cyclothymic, but also struggle with borderline and occasionally aspects of ptsd. It is hard to tell what im experiencing at times. But the med for my cyclothymia has really helped me level out.

[@earthangel3108]

I know this is a private type question to ask but if you don’t mind...what medicine has helped you? Just beginning and two didn’t help so far, zyprexa and risperidone

[@sweet2sourr]

I have Borderline personality disorder also

[@miriam8376]

I was diagnosed Bipolar 1 when I went to my college clinic PCP for stomach pain and she said I had depression. First, my stomach pain turned out to be an ovarian cyst--doctors love assuming that female pain is simply mental disorders--but she put me on zoloft with barely a conversation about depression or what it meant, and then referred me to an on-campus shrink for an appointment eight weeks later. The zoloft shot me to the moon. Within two days I wasn't sleeping, I was barely eating, I was racing a mile a minute and scaring the crap out of the people around me. I ended up having a conference call with my dad and a 24-hour crisis helpline because I was starting to lose track of reality. The psychiatrist had to put me on anti-psychotics to combat the zoloft while my mood stabilizer was titrated up. It was incredibly, incredibly disorienting and the process toward my initial stabilization took four months. I still harbor quite a bit of resentment against that first doctor for her carelessness in not discussing potential side effects, but I also know that if not for her putting me on zoloft, I might not have gotten the right diagnosis so clearly and quickly.--and with so little room to argue with myself about accepting it. It was a dangerous way to find out what had been screwing my life up since adolescence, but it also started me on a (yes, complicated and uneven) journey toward consistent stability. I have a pretty severe case--mixed episodes, rapid cycling, kindling over the years, but I'm happy to say I've been stable for almost a decade barring a few minor breakthrough episodes that required dose adjustments of my meds. It IS possible to be stable. It IS possible for life to feel good without mania. If you're not there yet, it just means you need to keep exploring--new meds or new doctors or new habits or new talk therapy that helps you think about things in a healthier way. Educate yourself, be critical of sources that aren't well-documented, have high standards for your treatment despite how exhausting it is, and just keep going. It CAN get better, but you have to be a fierce advocate for your own needs.

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

Heard this many times ~ SSRIs put people into manic episode.

[@kasuraga]

I mentioned my hypomania cycles to my psychiatrist without even realizing it because i thought my hypomania was my "normal" ended up getting a cyclothymia diagnosis basically right away cause i had pushed myself to be as open as i could handle at the time (was experiencing an anxiety attack during our zoom appointment lol) having a supportive partner thats so open and willing to communicate has helped a lot

[@11juiicy]

I’ve thought for a while that I may have some type of bipolar, but I’m not sure which. I find my mood can go from immobily depressed and almost numb to absolutely euphoric to the point I literally feel invincible and everything physically looks so bright it’s akmost white with absolute joy; I feel like I’m flying. It’s very bizarre for me. The “up” tends to generally only last a few hours, at most, but then the downs can last for weeks and I have no motivation to do anything. I’m quite confused by it.

[@E0NN]

11juiicy i think going to the doctor would be your best bet. before you can follow the advice on the end of the video and bring that list with you, that may help in order for you to not be misdiagnosed (as wrong treatment could only make it worse). this might just be somewhat of warning signs but i am not a doctor and i can't know exactly.

[@Amber12344]

11juiicy I have this then I get anxiety and then it goes south

[@monicadawar6400]

My first time here but got information about what and why I personally experienced in my manic episode ......Thank you for sharing this!

[@galenperry4606]

Well for the first time in my life I can see I am BP2. I have the lows and I had a mimic episode a few years ago where I worked from 6AM-1AM for 7 days and then crashed. I have had some serious reckless behavior with broken neck, back, nose, concussion, several other broken bones. It truly is a roll coaster ride that wears on your body and mind. Thanks for the info you are a blessing.

[@GoldenPenniesProspecting]

Oh my goodness. What a fantastic video. I am among a group of law enforcement trainers who teach crisis de-escalation. This video and the excellent manner in which you cover it, is so very helpful. Thank you!

[@PolarWarriors]

That’s so awesome! I respect you so much for taking the time to educate yourself and watch videos like this. Let’s connect… Here’s my email: [e-mail] -Rob

[@AreUmygrandson]

I’m currently going through a manic episode. I am seeing my doctor. This time, when I get into a disagreement or argument, I get so angry I literally shake uncontrollably. None of my previous episodes caused that

[@elianerickson5288]

Really grateful to watch this. I have rapid cycling bp 1 with psychosis and this is the first time I’ve ever seen catatonia mentioned related to bipolar psychosis.

[@frankzappa5914]

This is a good channel. Very informative while remaining compassionate. I've struggled with mental health issues for years. I watched a few of these episodes and after talking to my wife, I decided to get medical treatment and was diagnosed with bipolar 1 with psychotic features, or something similar sounding. Honestly my treatment has been rather rocky, for the past few years. I'm back living at home & many of my extreme mental health issues have subsided. I contribute this improvement in quality of life to being properly informed. This channel has done just that, as well as a contributing voice that convinced me to listen to my family and get proper medical treatment. So keep up the good work.

[@JOY-yb7mg]

I had a mania and mixed episode. I was like so sad and the emotions were inflamed. My doctor gave me anti depressants and sleep hypnotics bcs I couldnt sleep Soo much I would cry. Note I was also diagnosed long time prior to this with ADHD. So I Was on psychostimulants. The depression was like the sad emotions per day but the mania in the restlessness. I couldn't stop the thoughts of deep sadness. Then with antidepressants I had no more emotions and I became hypersexual as hell, a total switch. I was like on a huge high. After a few months of destructive behaviors it stopped.... The doctor said I could experience this only once in a lifetime. If ever it happens again he would have to diagnose me with bipolar disorder. So he kept ADHD and possible bipolar disorder on my record. The worst part of this huge gap of not knowing what and why. It has had a huge impact on my relationships, studies and professional life. When I reapplied to school I got refused for failing the last semester... And Ohh having my grades drop in the previous one. How am I supposed to explain that I going into one of the worst depressive episode of my life. Not taking any drugs, not going out with friends at the bar. A good girl...that suddenly had a hard time sleeping, stopped eating, had sad thoughts, lethargic, etc...Iv been stable for the past year and sadly the consequences of that illness still linger

[@leonidesgabi3415]

you know what joy i understand you i am also like that or mor worse but i made it i almost defeat my illness hope continiously by the add me and chat me maybe we cn share experience pls sir givr my fb. add to joy tnx. or sir cn we be fb freids with joy

[@4Renmark]

Had a nursing background. Agency nursing so I could travel Australia and USA. Life in my 20's was the stuff my friends dreamed of. Travel, great money, interesting people and sex, drugs and rock n roll. Skydiving, pilot lessons scuba diving ticket, whitewater rafting etc. Employed on short term contracts in a great variety of health care services. While working as a RN in a mining company medical unit I experienced an underground rescue mission post routine explosion. After having experienced this I couldn't sleep or close my eyes not hungry felt disassociated from myself and couldn't read a newspaper or concentrate on a great many things e.g. T.V, music Felt agitated.Most of my time was curled up in bed with 'do not disturb" on the door. I lay there sleeping feeling exhausted but hadn't done anything, agrophobic so didn't go anywhere. Tried to drive interstate to return home. Made it 2km out of mining town and had a panic attack. Couldn't unpack my belongings from car, ran inside and hid under covers in bed . Here I would doze off to sleep only to have recurring images of the rescue replay in my head. Knew I needed help. Local GP placed me on anti-depression meds Zoloft. Useless. Felt like I was out of my body and in a war zone . Walking past people on the street felt like they were all staring at me. Avoided eye contact. Finally returned home town. Stopped Zoloft after 2 weeks. Local GP known to me set up counseling and psychiatric evaluation with visiting regional service ..... earliest availability 6 weeks. Made it two weeks in and slit my wrist . Being a nurse I did it to maximum effect, along not across. Found on floor by friend in my parents laundry. Sent straight to a psychiatric facility 3 hours from home. Eventually given a (lable ) diagnosis of deep depressive illness. Borded, Treated , medicated and discharged after a month. Several cycles of admissions to the psychiatric hospital occurred over following 3 years. Diagnosis revamped to Bipolar Disorder on last discharge with citalipram . Continued to experience mostly depression then hypomania ... Travel ,spend beyond means ,drinking alcohol ,smoking and heightened libido ,racing thoughts ,very little sleep, night leg movements , very sociable and kept having a lot of very creative ideas and problem solving solutions to remedy economic and social problems in Australia. Made notes re the solutions. I re read them now and still consider them quite genius actually. Lol After last admission returned home and connected with regional visiting psychiatrist. After a time added sodium valporate and have not had the intense low/high ( depressed/hypomanic) episodes since." Stable" 7 yrs now. 3 teen children and a very amicable separation.Own my own business as a masseuse and left my very long term stressful nursing career of 35yrs behind. Life is good. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Hang in there. Time, right relationship with psychiatrist for a long Time, family support and the right medication will get you through. Be kind to yourself and accept that the healing process is not instant and that you will have to remain vigilant in self reflection regarding your own personal warning signs/ behavioural changes. Then seek more support early. Cheers Nat Petricevic Renmark SA Trinity Health Massage Renmark

[@NicoleRAINMusic]

Wooow, this helped me understand my Girlfriend's Type 1 so much more than I already knew and I am going to look at the video on that next. This channel is so necessary and I really appreciate it. You are amazing for this. Thank you so much 🙏🏾

[@loveabullinny]

Thank you so much for dedicating yourself to helping those in need and us family members too

[@EmiliaLecter]

So great to see a new video from you, Rob! You rock, my friend ❤ btw I am watching this at 4am. I woke up at 3 realizing I forgot to take my PM meds. Oops!

[@alissaalcorcha3568]

Psychosis is scary I woke up hovering in my bed lost touch with reality

[@skulldiablo7814]

You're brilliant thank you! This channel is so insightful. It really helps people suffering In the dark! as well as those that are just uneducated on the subject. I like how you nipped it in the bud straight away and prevented those who would say the most frustrating comments, just because they hadn't opened their minds to the possibility of it really being more than just the average mood swings! When if they give it a chance, would know & understand that anyone with it truly is a Warrior . You explain everything brilliantly. Thank you for helping me learn and understand about this. Seems you're doing quite a fab job on helping many people. Yous should defo be proud of yourself , if not already!

[@lilithkayos6045]

Mania for me is agitation, anxiety, anger, wanting to scream or cry but being physically unable to, tons of energy but unable to focus on a task which leads me to just sit catatonically and chew on my cheeks and lips till they are bleeding, insomnia. This all happens for a few days or weeks. Then I feel normalish or depressed.

[@JuneNOTjunebug]

Yes! This explains me too!!! I haven’t found someone else whose Mania ISNT ENJOYABLE!!! I don’t feel like I’m on top of the world. My anxiety is through the roof when I’m manic. I’m extra sensitive, over stimulate easily, more talkative but also more irritable. Tons of energy that I can’t sit still but have no idea with what to do with it. (Occasionally I’ll take on new tasks and have grand ideas)

[@lilithkayos6045]

@@JuneNOTjunebug Once in awhile I'll start a new project during a Manic episode. But later on once I'm stable again and I look at whatever art or lyrics I worked on it sucks so bad I want to cry. My Mania isn't productive. If anything I end up wasting equipment and time on projects that can't be used.

[@conleybutler1690]

Recently diagnosed as a rapid cycling bp2. Just found your channel. Thank you so much!

[@mariehalsey8892]

Very nice video...you paint a great picture of what bipolar disorder is. Thank you very much. Keep doing what you do.

[@PolarWarriors]

Marie Halsey thanks so much for the kind words!! 😊😊☀️

[@khadijaaltorah7680]

Great description of this illness I didn’t believe i was involved until i was hospitalized with an acute psychotic episode 5 years back. Many stations since then and now can’t recover from nasty major depression

[@prabharavisundar4252]

I have Bipolar and the videos by you are so valuable. I console my self with your content.

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Prabha, I'm so glad to hear that Rob's videos help you so much. It's nice to know that there are people who take comfort in watching them. If you would like to help support Rob in what he does with Polar Warriors and be able to contact him directly, I'd encourage you to consider joining him on Patreon. There is also a wonderful little support community there. I'll include the link so you can check it out! :) I hope your week is going really well so far. Take good care. -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member) www.Patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@jacquelinefarrell3793]

Thank you . Trying to understand my husband better

[@robinredman4853]

Gypsy soul Almost like walking on egg shells...sometimes 😐

[@sarasotauptoseattle]

BP1 with 5,6,7 and 8 qualifiers here. Another great video. Thanks! It's a shame there's no way to let people experience this for a week. Then they may ease up on the dismissive judgement and understand us better.

[@cindyolson2288]

I’m bipolar three, and it’s tough but I too love the high mania because you can get so much stuff done but when you drop you drop hard and that’s when you don’t want to get out of bed or talk to anybody and you can get angry At the drop of a hat, and when you’re angry like that it’s almost like you’re stuck it’s hard as hell to get out of that but anyway y’all have a good day stay safe

[@ivovanderavert1269]

A great simple video. There is however a point I want to bring up. I have bipolar I. Sometimes it feels like videos like these are focused solely on people whose bipolar manifests itself like "sad on Monday, hyped on Tuesday". People who alternate quickly between days. I have total compassion, that's not the point. But my bipolar is more like climate change so to speak. I have been stable for 10 yrs for instance. But this summer my mania grew back, but slowly, almost unnoticeable from week to week. I am recovering now, for which this video was very helpful. But to put it shortly, I think it is important to include those of us who creep slowly into bad things too in the way you address issues. :)