Bipolar Disorder VS Depression

Clinical depression and bipolar disorder can be confusing for everyone: the diagnosed person, their friends and family, and people seeking to learn more about mental health. Major Depression, Major Depressive Disorder, and bipolar disorder often have overlapping symptoms, but this is not always the case. What are the Differences Between Depression and Bipolar Disorder? Watch this video to find out!
#depression #bipolar #psych2go
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Credits
Writer: Carley Swanson-Garro
Script Editor: Rida Batool
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Storyboarder: Francesco Parente
Animator: Susan King
KZbin Manager: Cindy Cheong
References:
American Psychiatric Association (2017). What is depression? Retrieved 11 April 2020 from www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression/what-is-depression.
American Psychiatric Association (2017). What are bipolar disorders? Retrieved 11 April 2020 from www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/bipolar-disorders/what-are-bipolar-disorders.
American Psychiatric Association (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM-5), 5th ed.
Butler, M., Urosevic, S., Desai, P., Sponheim, SR., Popp, J., Nelson, V.A., Thao, V., Sunderlin, B (2018). Treatment for bipolar disorder in adults: A systematic review. Comparative Effectiveness Review (208, 18-EHC012-EF). Rockville, MD: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. doi: 10.23970/AHRQEPCCER208.
Mental Health America. Co-occurring disorders and depression. Retrieved 11 April 2020 from www.mhanational.org/co-occurring-disorders-and-depression.
National Institute of Mental Health (2020). Bipolar disorder. Retrieved 11 April 2020 from www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtml.
National Institute of Mental Health (2018). Depression. Retrieved 11 April 2020 from www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml
National Institute of Mental Health (2017). Prevalence of bipolar disorder among adults. Retrieved April 2020 from www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/bipolar-disorder.shtml#part_155458.
Resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: [phone]
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Referral Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

[@ThaReaper777]

I actually really wanted to know the difference, thank you so much.

[@pencilRC1]

you haven’t even watched it yet

[@jassnow7298]

@@pencilRC1 so? They uploaded the video already

[@RaeRaeOR]

Me as well💚

[@alishfn]

yes

[@inside_the_waiting_room]

Me too!

[@emiliorene2089]

I would like to know about differences between bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder

[@MVMK33]

For basic knowledge on differences, BPD is a PERSONALY disorder and bipolar is a MOOD disorder I dunno how to exactly split the two but yes I do wanna see a video of that!

[@igotnogoodnametoreplacemyr6988]

What is borderline personality disorder?

[@MVMK33]

Georgia Borderline personality disorder is a mental health disorder that impacts the way you think and feel about yourself and others, causing problems functioning in everyday life. It includes self-image issues, difficulty managing emotions and behavior, and a pattern of unstable relationships

[@Aggie1295]

My understanding is that personality disorders or deeply ingrained learned behavior while bipolar and depression can be caused by chemical imbalances.

[@AutomaticDuck300]

1. In bipolar disorder, you have what's called a 'baseline personality'. Your values, beliefs, likes and dislikes, etc. are fairly constant, even though the moods affect your level of confidence and sociability. (You might not feel like you know who you are with the dissociation but if you look into it, it will be consistent.) - With borderline personality disorder, you have a very unstable sense of identity. What you enjoy, your beliefs, even your sexuality in extreme cases can change from day to day. There is no baseline as such. - 2. In bipolar disorder, mood episodes tend to last at least a few days and can be up to a few weeks or even months. There is little to no change in your mood throughout. - With borderline personality disorder, moods can change day to day or even hour to hour. The frequency of mood shift is much greater. It is possible that this can be rapid cycling bipolar, however this is not too common. - 3. In bipolar disorder, there is no fear of abandonment or black and white thinking (or these are not part of the diagnosis). - With borderline personality disorder, fear of abandonment and black and white thinking are common. Fear of abandonment (which can be argued is a root cause of borderline personality disorder) leads to extreme avoidance of any real or perceived abandonment, to the point that being alone will make the person feel like they don't exist, they will get incredibly clingy, and they might even create drama so that people will come to help them, just so they don't have to be alone. - Black and white thinking/idealising people and things is seeing something or someone as either all good or all bad, with no nuance or pros and cons list. A person or thing is seen by the person as being completely perfect and can do no wrong, until the point where there is even a slight mistake made or a small problem. Then that person or thing suddenly becomes the worst in the world. - Hope this helps give you some idea of the main differences.

[@sugarysmile0.07]

Girls in my school keep on telling other people they have depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder and people need to worry about their condition. These illnesses are a serious matter and I hate the fact that they didn't take it seriously. There are other people in the world that actually have mental illness and they are the ones that really need help. Sorry, I felt like I should talk about it here.

[@Dirtyfaun]

You can tell them. MENTAL ILLNESS IS NOT A PERSONALITY TRAIT

[@anotherdeadgirl.mp3]

@@Dirtyfaun exactly!

[@moreandmoresotyfor]

Ughh ikr and i really hate wehn people see an unsatisfying vid and are like *OMg mY aNXiEtY AnD oCD* Like educate yourself please

[@cinnamon3389]

Friendly Bone Hello, I think you asked for me. I feel like I’m faking all of my mental illnesses, I am also an over thinker, I don’t know how to stop pretend but I want to stop, and it’s to the point where sometimes I want to die. I also lost the ability to cry, I want to cry but my brain stops me and one of the other parts of my brain say “you’re doing this to yourself stop you are just an attention seeking manipulative b****”

[@awildarodriguez7397]

@Friendly Bone im sorry and I know im not going through the same as you but I just wanted to give you a big virtual hug. Just so you know that your important.

[@blep813]

I have intense highs where I'm suddenly super happy with my body (actually even enough to eat properly and not feel bad afterwards), happy, motivated, able to multitask and have so many ideas at the same time. But a few days later, or even just the next day, I feel extremely down and hate myself, I feel depressed and overthink everything that happened in my past. I'm not sure if I just have intense mood swings or some sort of disorder, but I also don't want to talk about it with my parents...

[@athenajohnson5819]

Same hun, being a teen and knowing my mom will write it off as teen angst sucks.

[@aifos452]

i feel the exact same way, i thought it was only me

[@elixx1649]

Bruh fr fr this is me! Aaaaaa I just assume its just bc of my . And other stuff but its rlly intense ;-;

[@LukaTheFiona]

@Loco Your comment is a bit confusing bro. The first two paragraphs? Just don't like the use of phase there buddy... That's exactly what these people were worried about others telling them man. Like "It's just a phase get over it"... I dunno, it's just curious what the hell you were trying to say in the comment.

[@NatureLover-pj2qe]

This describes me.

[@solanin6516]

Hey you. Stay safe.

[@c.edithherrera8692]

n o

[@heartbreakersclub7948]

Ty

[@hauntedheartss]

I’m still gonna hurt myself, it’s fine

[@th3lostw4nderer]

y e s

[@thegangsallhere267]

S h h . . . Don’t joke like that you got people who care about you only when you gone But I care better if you were here just hang in there you’ll make it

[@alyxzwi]

I was misdiagnosed for 10 years: depression, anxiety, and ADHD. None of the medications worked and I kept persisting until I finally found the right doctor. I was properly diagnosed a few months ago with bipolar II with proper medication. It's important to educate ourselves and others and learn the symptoms. I really wish I had been diagnosed properly sooner, because antidepressants can make bipolar so so so much worse. Really messed me up for years.

[@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert]

Thanks for sharing your genuine views as many of then times people are not diagnosed correctly which is even bigger problem. Alyx, make sure that you never sit idle for longer duration and keep yourself always doing something. I mean being in to motion always. For avoiding Depression or any Brain disorders, Motion is the best Solution. #RicckyKa Depression is nothing but a Mental Disorder due to some Chemical Imbalances inside our Brain. Looking at this just be smart to be in to motion always and take quick actions in your life as any Mental Disorder takes time to develop. This only happens when you do not move your body and sit idle for longer duration. Motion is the best Solution of avoiding Depression as I have already explained in my video. #RicckyKa

[@blazi64]

And they are called "professionals" ugh.

[@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert]

​@@blazi64 Yes I understand that its really frustrating sometimes but we as people can support each other and create awareness globally so that no person ever attempts Suicide. I (#RicckyKa) am being a Corporate Trainer and Motivational Speaker have met many people globally all around the world who were having the signs of Mental Disorders but they have moved ahead in their life following the force of motion as per our training. We are so happy and Grateful that our videos have helps many people globally #RicckyKa

[@katitax508]

I think I might be in a similar situation right now. I have ADHD and generalised anxiety disorder, and I’m currently seeing a psychiatrist because I’ve been depressed for the last few years. I’m not sure if I have clinical depression or bipolar II, because I can’t really tell if I’m experiencing hypomania or it’s just my regular ADHD symptoms. Do you happen to know how to tell the two apart?

[@hina4500]

@@katitax508 this is the boat I’m in right now. I’ve decided to start a mood tracker for better insight.

[@lylasense9205]

The proportion is why I often tell my friends that what I have is depression. Bipolar disorder is much less understood.

[@shazam1490]

I can agree on that..

[@Grandvester]

DUDE 1 week ago????!?!?!?

[@c.l.369]

your comment is one week ago, how is it possible when the video is just two minutes old😂?

[@Grandvester]

Xd YE

[@Haventplayedgenshin]

@@c.l.369 maybe early access for member.

[@sophiatheegg1736]

friends: you’re depressed siblings: yeah that’s depression parents: i think you have depression youtube reccomendations: Yo youre depressed online test results: severe depression me: yeah but what if i’m.... not (i’m scared i’m really not depressed, even though i have almost all symptoms of it. I’m worried i won’t be depressed and everyone will leave me, thinking i just wanted attention)

[@potassiumkat207]

Your parents should support you. Your siblings...are probably the average siblings ;-;, and the internet will support you. And you can find more friends of need be. Being mostly an introvert, I like online friends. The internet may not always be kind, but it can be.

[@flutterg1035]

I know that feel, you should go to the doctor, its better safe then sorry

[@meghanr.4601]

Hey don’t worry, you acknowledge that something isn’t right and it’s important to find out what it is. I suffer from major depressive disorder and ocd. For awhile, I went without help because I was afraid no one would believe me and I felt like I was burden. Everyone believed the ocd but before I got diagnosed with mdd everyone but my parents believed I was depressed. My mom asked me if I was doing it for attention. It hurt that she thought I was faking something I’ve been struggling with for years but after I got tested and got the diagnosis they realized I wasn’t. It’s okay to be scared it’s a huge step to take to ask for help but it is just as important as your physical health and I promise you that although it might be a long rough journey, you will get better and be supported. Even if you don’t feel supported please know that you are and I believe and support you ❤️

[@matty1214]

friends: *I don't have friends* siblings: *I'm an only child* parents: *video games*

[@TheShadowMasked]

That’s a situation a few of us have been through ourselves. What’s important is what you feel, what affects you. Whether it’s depression or not, all in your head or reality affecting you, it is real to you. The effects of whatever is going on is real, so regardless of if it is depression or not, they should recognize you’re not just seeking attention, you’re seeking help for whatever is troubling you, depression or otherwise. If they can make that realization, then hopefully they will stay true and support you if that’s who they are. If not, then they weren’t going to stick by you regardless.

[@thegangsallhere267]

HEY PERSON SCROLLING THRU THE COMMENTS JUST HANG IN THERE YOU’LL BE ALRIGHT :)

[@FunBun7]

I wanna die

[@mizuminari7]

Im-

[@athenajohnson5819]

@@Peteyzee98 yessss!

[@oogaboogahh7050]

HANG 😻

[@themoviefanatic4625]

Says the man who shot a talk show host live on television and lost his fucking mind from neglaction,hatred,abuse,and depression XD

[@senroillust4114]

Idk why i suddenly interested in psychology, quarantine got me really bored. But at least i got more education

[@Psych2go]

Thanks for sharing and I'm glad you find this interesting. What other topics would you like us to talk about?

[@senroillust4114]

Hmmm...How about a video of how to stop addiction or bad habit? its getting on my mind lately

[@bhavyab1044]

Hi there. You've found this comment from the sea of comments. Here's a cake 🎂 Remember, you make difference in this world. Stay safe, stay happy. Hope you have a good day/night. (This is inspired by others)

[@badvibesforever999_]

Says “anxious movements” so I look down and stop my leg shake resume video and there it is again

[@ascendeddoge6080]

I do the same thing

[@HoneybThings]

Honestly I just sat here watching this knowing and having diagnosed manic depressive bipolar disorder, just to see what symptoms I have, and cross it off a list like “I have this, and this, not this” like some weird game. Although nice information to know

[@pencilRC1]

Me who has neither *intresting*

[@jassnow7298]

I'm so glad to know that someone who doesn't have them ACTUALLY care about learning about it so thanks for that 😁

[@Jackgritty28]

@@jassnow7298 learning about bipolar shouldn't be your favourite ❕

[@jassnow7298]

@@Jackgritty28 what? Sorry I am just so confused and don't understand your response at all

[@jassnow7298]

@@Jackgritty28 especially since I literally never said that

[@Jackgritty28]

@@jassnow7298 your confused because your bipolar,fool❕isn't there nicer subjects to learn,fool❕

[@SontAnimation]

It’s ok- i’m starting to feel ok with depression. But i can’t tell this to my parents, only my friends.

[@maniccheesewizeater7739]

I'm a random person on the Internet. I don't know you and I can't and will not judge you. Would you like to talk about it? If not, it's ok. I just want whatever makes you feel most comfortable (:

[@samanthadavidson239]

Idk if I'm feeling the same as u but after going through it for awhile I've just kinda became numb to it

[@TheBroGamer14082]

Even if I told my parents if I had clinical depression they'd just brush it off and insist i'm normal.

[@SontAnimation]

Manic Cheesewiz Eater well, this started 2 years ago after my best friend passed away. I feel alone and stressed. In 2020 My family got messed up. My mom now hate my dad, she keep asking me everything when he is with me. And they fought twice this years. Life was never perfect. Well, at least for me. I just really need some help and the only friend that acually care about my depression are online friend, they are kind and friendly. You can talk ti me in discord my username is Sonthoi1809 #3639

[@aizuni]

Same but it's the opposite for me. I don't tell any of my "friends" (I always pretend to be happy in front of them so they don't leave me alone), but I already told my parents.

[@squid.x]

Can you do a video on rare anxiety disorders like trichotillomania? I’d really like others to know about these forms of OCD and that OCD isn’t just excessively cleaning or counting

[@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert]

@Lili Romero. Any mental disorder can be avoided by always being in to Motion as Motion is the best Solution... #RicckyKa Depression is nothing but a Mental Disorder due to some Chemical Imbalances inside our Brain. Looking at this just be smart to be in to motion always and take quick actions in your life as any Mental Disorder takes time to develop. This only happens when you do not move your body and sit idle for longer duration. Motion is the best Solution of avoiding Depression as I have already explained in my video. #RicckyKa

[@EmileeSmall]

This is a good idea! I have trichotillomania myself and would be interested to see a video on it

[@bk-bx2mi]

@@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert Motion doesnt help :/ Medicine, lots of love and support tends to help. It may not cure it, but it will help.

[@kombuchamushroom2603]

i didn’t know what this was until i looked it up, and i think i have it. i used to have a part in my hair for 3+ years if i felt there was hair that made the part uneven, i would pull it out. i’d do this for hours on end and my part got so wide because of the hair loss. i eventually forced myself to get rid of that part and decide to not force myself to have a straight part, i’ll let my hair do it on its own. and i still catch myself doing it.

[@squid.x]

Riccky Ka - Motivational Speaker though I agree that keeping in constant motion does help with anxiety and prevents one from pulling their hair or skin, information is still needed for one to understand what is going on with them and why they do specific actions

[@rrrawand]

please do an ocd video next! ocd is so misunderstood! 🥰❤️

[@coca-colagoodsir2020]

I agree pal. Mom, grandma, and others in my family have OCD

[@calliethewolfcat2183]

I was misdiagnosed with depression as a child, and was given a medication which set off a serious manic episode. Seven years or so later, another doctor- despite mine and my family's concerns- prescribed that same medication. I had another episode and had to stop immediately. Just this last year, a much more experienced mental health professional diagnosed me with Bipolar Disorder. Thank you for explaining some of the differences between the two illnesses.

[@caitlintuesdae]

Great explanation of Bipolar Disorder. I have Bipolar 2. My Dr misdiagnosed me with MDD when I was about 14, started treating me with Prozac and it caused me to rapid-cycle! Worst episode ever. I don’t often hear people talk about that aspect so it was good to hear. Thank you.

[@clairegibbons7813]

this just happened to me. being put on antidepressants triggered a manic episode

[@tommybuchanan8084]

Thank you so much, a friend of mine deals with both of these and I wanna make sure to be there for them and understand them

[@Ultimate23Dragon]

As an auto racing fan, I know of 2 different drivers; One who suffers from Bipolar Disorder, & one who suffered from Depression. Both of these drivers were drivers who were suspended by the sanctioning body they raced in for substance abuse. The driver who suffers from Bipolar Disorder wasn't diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder until after he was banned for life from that particular sanctioning body. He was originally misdiagnosed with ADHD at the age of *5.* After he was properly diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, things were way better for him. Though he doesn't race any more after a crash in a different racing series left him paralyzed, his mood has massively improved. The driver who suffered from Depression tragically had a much worse fate. Though never banned for life this driver was suspended twice. The second one being controversial because it was alleged he was suspended for refusing to take a drug test. However the massively underreported truth was he had just suffered a concussion after a crash & the medics refused to do proper medical treatment to make sure he was ok, instead only caring about a "random" drug test... It was never known that this driver suffered from Depression, until after his death 2 & 1/2 years later... from a suicide. The driver who succumbed to Depression changed my view completely on auto racing's drug policies & the people suspended because of them. I wish information like this was more widespread so more people can be educated from it so it can help people.

[@rachelmcclain5367]

I used to be depressed but now I try to stay positive, but it gets hard when everyone tries to purposely make me feel bad, and it works. I'm trying to figure out what the deal is with myself, I know my mom is bipolar tho too.

[@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert]

For Avoiding Depression or any brain disorders, Motion is the best Solution. #RicckyKa Depression is nothing but a Mental Disorder due to some Chemical Imbalances inside our Brain. Looking at this just be smart to be in to motion always and take quick actions in your life as any Mental Disorder takes time to develop. This only happens when you do not move your body and sit idle for longer duration. Motion is the best Solution of avoiding Depression as I have already explained in my video. #RicckyKa

[@jayyadav170]

@@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert exercise right.We used to do a lot of work in ancient time so.

[@mercure8803]

I like how you tell people who watch this video to not self-diagnose themselves, unlike others youtubers who think they can diagnose someone through a screen

[@hauntedheartss]

I am at a really bad point in my life. All my online friends are quitting KZbin, I can’t talk to anyone, and I’m starting to think my mother’s toxic. I recently came out as bi to my online friends, and I feel like they don’t wanna be my friend, even though they said it’s fine. My mother yelled at me because I said, “hold on please!” When I was in the middle of something and she was calling me down for dinner. I got a 20 minutes yelling lecture on why I’m so ungrateful, disrespectful, lazy, and rude. Of course, I started tearing up. I’m really sensitive. She yelled at me for another 5 minutes.This has gone on for about 4 months. This hasn’t been good for my anxiety, and I’m starting to feel suicidal. Someone give me one reason to stay alive. I’m done.

[@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert]

For avoiding Depression or any Brain disorders, Motion is the best Solution. Make sure that you never sit idle for longer duration and keep yourself always doing something. I mean being in to motion always. #RicckyKa Depression is nothing but a Mental Disorder due to some Chemical Imbalances inside our Brain. Looking at this just be smart to be in to motion always and take quick actions in your life as any Mental Disorder takes time to develop. This only happens when you do not move your body and sit idle for longer duration. Motion is the best Solution of avoiding Depression as I have already explained in my video. #RicckyKa

[@blep813]

Hey, even though I don't know you, I wanna say that I'm proud of you for having the courage to come out. With some people it goes well, with others ... not so. But even if it may hurt to lose such people, you'll find people that accept you and with who you can be friends. If nobody, then at least I am here. My mother is like this as well, but after some time you... well, how do i put it? Get used to it? After my mother yells at me for nothing I usually go into my room, close the door, connect my earbuds and listen to music that makes me feel better. And if you question why you even endure all of this and why not just give up, remember that one day you can move out, find new friends or spend more time with the ones you've got and properly live your life. You can have a boyfriend/girlfriend (or datefriend in general) to spend your time with and be happy with. You've got this, and if not for anything or anyone else, hang in there and you'll get through it for your future self, that will be looking back and say "hell yeah, i was strong enough to push through that, so i'm strong enough to do whatever i want". I may not know you personally, but I believe you're strong. Just the fact that you still are alive proves that. So keep on being strong and you won't regret it

[@omniscientgoat]

Friend, I know that everything hasn't been great but eventually you'll get through this, if your online friends don't like you anymore, find new friends! I think that you should try to take some rest if you need it. If your current friends don't support you because you came out, you can always find other people. I don't want you to give and lose hope. You're not alone and you should know that you do have people on your side. You're quite young and you have a whole life ahead of you. Please don't give up on life. I don't want that to happen. Even though life doesn't seem so great right now, I really hope everything would be okay for you. There could be so many good things in your life if you choose to live.

[@mcplumpkin6191]

Please don't commit. I have suicidal thoughts a lot every hour, but please know you aren't alone. Yes, life is hurting you. And it isn't permanent. Nothing is permanent. Your friends aren't really your friends, so at least you know the truth. Sometimes that happens. Sometimes you feel like no one loves you. Find a place where you can meet someone, Instagram, Twitter, a discord server, KZbin. Have something to look forward to, like watering a plant, finishing an art piece, learning more about a language or culture, whatever.

[@yasminatiger721]

it's been 3 years.. r u guys ok?

[@idontgiveaff]

I have bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and schizophrenia I can relate to this video so much I got diagnosed back in October of last year I’ve been struggling with my well-being since I was 13 I been seeing signs that I had bipolar disorder and anxiety for years now then I started developing symptoms of schizophrenia it was hard to manage (still is) my medication isn’t really strong and it’s not really helping at all I grew up in an African-American/Native American household mental health is misunderstood in the African American community. It was hard to open up to my mom about my struggles with my mental health she would never take it serious at all, on top of everything I just find y’all videos to be so comforting and understanding love you Psych2Go!❤️.

[@idontgiveaff]

Jack Smith thank you so much! I appreciate it I’ll check his channel out.

[@itsmagdalenaaa]

video: *published 1 hour ago* some comments: *say they’re from 1 week ago*

[@zadesirius]

Mandela effect.

[@shhhimtotallyworking]

They saw it ahead of time on their patreon, they get early access

[@jayyadav170]

Irony is your comment is a week ago (And probably my comment will be like 1 hour ago)

[@solareclipse3020]

Is this unlisted? Yep, it is.

[@ericcartman1012]

Solareclipse Yes you are from the future

[@lucycocosanders1024]

Eric Cartman Cartman!?shouldn’t you be watching something about narcissism?!!

[@Grandvester]

1 WEEK AGO! xd

[@ericcartman1012]

Lucy Coco Sanders! PFFT! I’m not a narcissist!! Totally

[@SpookyStorkRunningWild]

how did you access the unlisted video? they sent a link?

[@valor7591]

I've been waiting for this topic.

[@shivamnow]

If you know someone with Depression, make sure you don't give them any suggestions, just listen and offer them professional help when needed.

[@jirai_pup]

Something I've noticed throughout my thirteen years of life is that I relate with too many of the depression symptoms. But I don't think I'm depressed. Sometimes I'm like, "Huh, am I depressed?" and then I'm like, "Quit self diagnosing, you're making people who actually have depression look like jokes."

[@sammijams]

yeah, thats kinda why i refuse to say i have anxiety or an ED. cause im just nit completly sure. But depression is easy to recognize and diagnose and because its so common most doctors have you do a thing after you turn 12, thats how i got diagnosed.

[@imalittlemffrog2374]

@@sammijams but most of us lie a whole lot on those things because we don’t like confrontation or vulnerability

[@hanna3684]

I was like that when I was 13. Now I finally got professional help all by myself almost 7 years later. I stopped studying for one semester dealing with this alone. I wish you all good luck.

[@leethejailer9195]

What’s it called when you either feel happy, anger, or emotionless. Those are the only main emotions I’m technically able to feel after I felt my depression fade away

[@aloeveil]

Thank you Psych2Go for that disclaimer at the beginning, it pains me when people self diagnose.

[@anniie7232]

how do i know if i’m depressed, when i don’t feel anything? i’m not happy but i’m not sad?

[@sammijams]

im pretty sure that thats a symptom, i was diagnosed before i went numb (thats just the term that best defines it for me) but after i went numb i thought stuff like "oh maybe im not depressed anymore" its still there, just with a side of less emotions.

[@masrikbarat9834]

Me with having both the problems: *I see this as an absolute win*

[@endergamer7483]

I was diagnosed with Bipolar type 1 at age 5 (before the use of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder) and I still suffer from manic episodes, but since I was medicated early on into my diagnosis I became more depressive as I got older.

[@lolk5350]

Everyone. It’s ok to cry. It’s ok to let it all out. Just know your beautiful and worth it.

[@internationalplayboyjungoo958]

I have MDD and severe anxiety. I can actually relate to some of these.

[@nathaliecat4745]

I've been diagnosed and I'm depressive while I've always thought I had a bipolar disorder. Thanks for making this video ( and all these videos)♡

[@noneya8831]

I've literally never heard of anyone being cured of either of those. I have both depression and anxiety. I know those will never be cured...

[@coca-colagoodsir2020]

Sane over here. My anxiety is breaking rules and getting I to trouble so you can call me a goodie two shoes. But I don't care, I'm broken but beautiful.

[@noneya8831]

@@coca-colagoodsir2020 As long as I can just stay chill I'm happy I wish you the best too my friend :3

[@mmp79622]

What a words.. Broken Beauty 🥺

[@morianarnia9356]

None Ya. You are right. You can't cure yourself, but you can learn to cope with it and live your life to the fullest.

[@lildemonproductions]

Your right, not all depression and anxiety can be cured.... I don’t know why they would say that, it kind hurts honestly as someone with these permanent problems....

[@christaverduren690]

A video on how to explain mental illness to children, from a very young age to adult children. My son has seen me struggle his entire life, and still can't comprehend it.

[@Lethalite]

I have a persistent depressive disorder, and the thing that makes me the saddest, is how many symptoms there are and how much they affect you daily. Depression is depressing.

[@blueskysings1]

Good to know ! Keep it up !

[@AkashKumar-rx1ke]

In our country it's really hard to find mental healt professionals/psychiatrist, which makes many people give up on going to a mental health professional

[@proudhindustani214]

Right...hum Indians ki toh life hi barbad hein

[@Rose-bm1oq]

India doesn’t even believe that mental issues exist. So I never tell my mom i need to get a diagnosis for bipolar disorder

[@unreliable_gamer6560]

I do suffer from MDD (Major Depressive Disorder) I didn't know I had it, it usually started when I reach middle school. Bullying, stress, not reaching my standards. That sort of thing, sadly my family has lots of depressive times in my family. My uncle suffers from bipolar disorder and I hate that I couldn't do anything to help. Take care person who is reading this, just because hope appears to be lost, doesn't mean that nothing will get better, keep pushing and you will overcome anything in life.

[@neverthesame7887]

I think this narrator is wonderful. Soft-spoken, reads well and has a calming effect. I was recently diagnosed bi-polar and also have clinical depression and this video was helpful and interesting. Thank you!

[@paulpatrascu9043]

I was really wondering about this. Thank you for enlightening us Psych2go🤗

[@Atia.M]

I'm writing a book that has a character that has bipolar and depression, and this video really helped !

[@jjrose911z2]

I have bipolar disorder and people often confuse it with depression so this video really speaks to me

[@thischannelhasmovedcheckla1235]

Hold the possibility of change YOU are WORTH IT YOU are so VALUABLE YOU DESERVE IT love yourself I LOVE YOU 🙏

[@forgottenartform]

Living with bipolar rapid cycling and got diagnosed at 21 after getting misdiagnosed with clinical depression in my teens. Fair play they hit the nail on the head with describing the differences enough to differentiate

[@0rioni]

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[@Dont145]

I never know I needed this video my next visit to psychiatrist will be different

[@avrxse]

Hiii! I can't wait to finish this video!!! I love this channel so much, thank you for everything Psych2go!!! HAVE A MARVELOUS WEEKEND EVERYONE! 😊😊😊

[@scollaceyuri]

Can you do teenage angst vs. depression? I’ve opened up to my mom and she thinks it’s just teenage angst but I’m concerned it’s depression. I just haven’t been motivated to do that many things anymore I socialize a lot less than usual, and I just feel sad a lot

[@AmeKikai]

Advert: *DO NOT EXCERCISE!* Me: wasn't doing that in the first place.

[@baddiewithaflattie4738]

i’ve been thinking ab my mental health recently and questioning if i was bipolar so i guess it’s fate that i came across this vid!

[@beanthealien2090]

a a n g

[@sunshineshining4167]

Don't over think and why can't you consult a doctor? Its not a bad idea. Don't you know that the earlier you consult the earlier you become fine. Let's hope for the good.

[@baddiewithaflattie4738]

Bean The Alien yeah ❤️

[@baddiewithaflattie4738]

sunshine shining all my friends were just like this happens to everyone so i was like lmao ok whatever the

[@axisignition]

Its a good thing to learn one or two about mental health for those who dont understand it..Keep open minded and stay healthy..

[@endmysuffering4209]

When you have both *dances while crying uncontrollably*

[@Rose-bm1oq]

True

[@grip5168]

Not quirky. Ask a professional

[@Anushka-dk4ls]

@@grip5168 ikr

[@ray.formosa]

I had both at once... It feels like depression with temporary hope. Weird stuff. Depression is cured now but yes, I never managed to cure bipolar disorder. But I could reduce the symptoms. ☺️

[@spoodersaurus3337]

I have diagnosed bipolar and this explains a lot, and this explains a lot, and I've taken antidepressants for 3 years and I've only gotten worse

[@CrFouquet]

I figured I was bipolar when my drama queen sister was diagnosed, but saw the pills prescribed took something from her personality, so I stopped drinking and if I started feeling really down I would smoke a bowl. Did this even when I was in the military, but still passed all the pee tests, it was 2 or 3 hits every other week. I'm 40 w/ 3 teenage daughters. What I have also learned is that a piece of it is also you are empathic, so once I learned what the hell that was and how to apply the knowledge I can say that without mother nature my heart would have been shut down a long time ago and would not be saying this to all of you amazing pieces of creation. Love and the light of the heavens shin in your incredible hearts. The heart has brain cells as well.

[@PCKB]

Continuously providing such a good content is very helpful and marvelous !

[@Maque911]

Dear teens, if you identify any of these symptoms I extremely recommend as the video says seek help! If you don't feel comfortable with your parents there are many phone numbers where you can look for help. Mental Health is important.

[@Chibiknux]

I have bipolar disorder and i do identify those behaviours on myself when i was at my worst. It does get better if you take therapy tho. I've learn to very succesfully manage my mood swings, it has been a while since ive had a manic episode, i'm a modestly happy person, i'm very passionate and i still can get very emotional but gone are the days where my depressive states won't make me leave the bed or being a functional human being.

[@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert]

Make sure that you never sit idle for longer duration and keep yourself always doing something. I mean being in to motion always. For avoiding Depression or any Brain disorders, Motion is the best Solution. #RicckyKa Depression is nothing but a Mental Disorder due to some Chemical Imbalances inside our Brain. Looking at this just be smart to be in to motion always and take quick actions in your life as any Mental Disorder takes time to develop. This only happens when you do not move your body and sit idle for longer duration. Motion is the best Solution of avoiding Depression as I have already explained in my video. #RicckyKa

[@torbbbb]

I really want to tell someone that I think im depressed, or at least have depressive episodes... But i dont want people to worry about me..

[@krea8402]

Funny how they brought up bipolar disorder being misdiagnosed as depression when there was a period of time where the OPPOSITE was way more common (at least when diagnosing children). I know someone who suffered over 10 years under this misdiagnosis because doctors didn't look beyond the initial diagnosis. They took medication that actively worked against them and they couldn't be put on anti-depressants (for the reason stated in this video). I don't encourage self-diagnosis, but if you don't get the manic episodes but you've been diagnosed as bipolar, I reccomend getting another opinion so you don't end up like my friend!

[@imalittlemffrog2374]

If any of you know a lot about this sorta stuff please read this lovely essay I somehow created. I tried to shorten it but that didn’t really work. Ok so I will very slowly go into this phase: I feel super productive, I absolutely love myself, I think I’m actually beautiful, I eat good amounts of food, and overall I just feel amazing. But I don’t feel crazy or jittery. This whole process is pretty slow and gradual, and the height of it will usually last one day. Well then I suddenly change. There is nothing that triggers it, but this change happens within a few hours. I hate every bit of myself, I don’t want to eat anything, I blame myself for everything I can think of, yknow all that fun stuff. Then I usually push everything away so nobody suspects anything, because that’s my worst nightmare. Then anywhere from the next day to one or two weeks later I basically shatter. That’s when i hurt myself. I will try to make myself bleed in one form or another, sometimes bounce around the idea of not living (but never seriously considering it) after that everything slowly goes back to normal. There is no rhyme or reason to anything whatsoever, which I hate. I just wanna stay at one constant. But I can’t have everything now can I. Anyways, is there something wrong with me or is it perfectly normal? I have a major fear of the unknown, and this is definitely the unknown and I just want an answer.

[@coca-colagoodsir2020]

Thank you for showing this to me. I will take this to heart and sleep on this.

[@steveh4437]

I was just researching this omg thank you

[@Jackgritty28]

Don't do research,fool❕

[@toxicbbysubs9816]

No comments either way heyyy

[@wellymerry]

Hi

[@ericcartman1012]

Hiya

[@lucycocosanders1024]

It’s says ‘1 week ago’ wth?!

[@happinessarebutterflies]

Oh look it's a MOA 💞💞

[@jub8891]

@@lucycocosanders1024 talk about first!!

[@vannahedits]

I love these videos!! They are very educational but the fun kind. Like the facts you want to learn!!

[@euu2337]

I’ve been struggling for 2 years, since I was 13. I felt empty and hopeless all the time, before finally starting antidepressants. I took prozac for almost a year, but it only triggered a manic episode at first for a week or two and then a bad low where eventually I started self-harming. I was planning on suicide but my mom caught onto me and I felt so ashamed and didn’t want to see her sad. So I promised I wouldn’t kill myself and quit self-harm. Only for her, because in fact I didn’t want to at all. The self-harm turned into drinking excessively whenever I could and spending money. I went to another doctor and changed my meds for a mood stabilizer and life became so much easier. Not perfect, just manageable enough, because now at least I’m not constantly freaking out and having suicidal thoughts, just sometimes. I have a heavy suspicion that I may be bipolar, since my grandma is and my dad is probably too (he’s at least very depressed for sure). I plan on speaking to my doctor next time I meet him for a routine check. It all makes sense, the sudden productive energy peaks of motivation and the sudden lows and numbness. But I also don’t know how I really feel because I’m on meds, so they’re interfering on seeing my symptoms clearly. It doesn’t make sense for me to just be depressed. Because I took a big ass test to see which medicines matched best with me and the medicine didn’t work. It also triggered mania, which is common to happen when bipolars take antidepressants like Prozac, which I did. I just want to put a label on what I feel, I know these disorders are just names used to categorize symptoms and not actual conditions but it’d give me a little peace of mind. I don’t want to cry doing my makeup, stay up late cleaning my room out of the blue only to have my motivation suddenly vanish and feel so depressed while still having to clean the mess I made or think about overdosing in a family dinner. I want to live like a normal 15 year old girl.

[@kenny-nk5db]

b-but i have both of these :3

[@arthurgettler211]

You can't have both it's either or.

[@morianarnia9356]

@@arthurgettler211 I think it's possible to have symptoms from both mental disorders.

[@mcplumpkin6191]

@@arthurgettler211 it's possible. I have a friend who has diagnosed depression and bipolar.

[@davewolf8869]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when i was younger. I also have/had severe depression due to childhood trauma and abuse. I've been off meds for 20 years and worked to be stoic in my thoughts and I've honestly never been more level or happy in my life. I am 40 now. Working through my wrong thinking and breaking childhood chains was extremely hard but it's making me a better person. But you gotta want it. More than you want to take your mext breath. Just my opinion.

[@H0SANNA]

So a few people with bipolar type 1 NEVER experience depressive episodes? They’re just manic all the time? That’s like reverse depression lol

[@Matt-yv4wl]

I actually have BD2, it ain't fun but for all of you that has depression and bipolar disorder, yall strong!

[@ak_human_7070]

So basically I am moving from depression to bipolar disorder 🙂( why tf am I also experiencing some adhd symptoms) , I had a rough childhood that even I don't remember ( idk why) and when I found myself as an individual who has a life I started experiencing depression symptoms and it took me 2 years to realise it's actually getting worse day by day and I couldn't able to hold my self anymore but with the time family pressure increases as it's whole family including every relatives start to taking decisions of my life and as I wasn't well from 2 years I couldn't able to focus on studies ( my parents changed my school 3 times withim 2-2 years and the study system of those 3 was completely different like I wasn't able to adapt that and that also lead me to bad scores) and from another 2 years they literally traumatised me that bad that I can't explain, I got some phychoatic behaviour or anything idk and it's been 4 years and they testing me again and again and again, i have no one to talk and don't have anyone by my side I would be dying anytime but I am Helding back all this because of my parents and idk ( I am not able to focus what I have more to say)

[@Manny-fc8ym]

I’m glad they actually cleared up the fact that Th is doesn’t diagnose people but to education them Incase they might have it.

[@siouxsana]

Do you all like my animation for this video? 😊 Also don't be too mind blown at the comments from a week ago, the video was up unlisted before it went public 😁

[@heartbreakersclub7948]

Thank you for educating me now I can go educate some other people love your channel🖤💐

[@witchby9362]

I have bipolar, anxiety, and ADHD. My phycologist diagnosed me with both bipolar, and depression. I'm on anxiety medication, and depression medicine. They've seemed to help, the anxiety medication alone didn't help, but I realized that I definitely do not have depression, as I don't get depressive for more than two weeks at a time, at the most it may last a week, and usually it's due to an issue that has occurred that makes me feel that way.

[@lilrexlapis]

Okay now I’m nervous cuz I have all the symptoms of the manic episode of bipolar

[@holdingonforhope9596]

I got diagnose with MDD since i was 17.. its been more than 10 years already since i been dignosed...my mood fluctuate quite lots & there's days i couldn't take it anymore...i depend on medication to control my condition.. therapy also help a bit.. doctor said, for my case, it perhaps gonna be lifelong due to genetics & environment. They said "perharps" because they always emphasized that they not God.... so, MDD also can be lifelong battle for some individual.. yes it suck & i'm tired of fighting for things that i cannot see.. i can't "see" future.. u know what i mean.. i don't know what i want, whom i want to be, my career path, marriage??, etc.. For fellow fighters, i just want to congrats you for still keep fighting.. Thank you very much.. it might not seem much, but it will gave little light to someone that going dark.. it help them to keep moving too.. keep living.. continue to fight! Love from the other side of world.. ❤️

[@kaymuldoon3575]

I know someone with major depressive disorder. She takes 4 medications every day...and her doctor has told her she will have to take the medication for the rest of her life. In other words, in her case, it can’t be cured.

[@cyle4170]

Its a recurring nightmare of just problems at home, problems at work, and the worst part is the lack of support and constant fake people who drain my already near empty energy source, like im surpassed crying at 3am i just stare and simplify my thoughts to a bare minimum and my psychological demons have evolved to where when i sleep they sleep too and while they get stronger i get weaker every waking day.🅾️.

[@sunshineshining4167]

Please consult a doctor as soon as possible......... Forget such incidents whenever happens .you should have a don't care attitude. hope you will get a better life in future if you try hardly..... Note this : Do proper exercises and medication. Read books. Write a diary to express all your feelings. Listen to music. Eat healthy food . Past is past. Actions make a difference to get a good life. Don't be afraid. Be strong. Try try try try try try try try try try try try until you succeed .

[@sunshineshining4167]

Whoever is Giving up or loosing a game is not a fair.Don't be panic. If you win this game you will be termed as a Winnner .so consult a doctor as soon as possible. Don't loose your hope......................... God bless you......

[@LoveHeartWIPS]

My dad has bipolar. So I wanted to know the difference.

[@preedanuch]

I’ve had both of them. Lucky me ...

[@thelordofcream]

Okay, now I’m wondering if I have bipolar disorder too.

[@cosmos024]

I really wanted this video , Thanks🙂

[@nukyhersanti3571]

me :mom, dad i think i have a deppresion can you take me to a therapist my parents : its to expensive stop being so highly sensitive will you... me: o-okay...

[@morianarnia9356]

That sucks. In this case either keep it to yourself or talk to someone you know will listen to you. Or find a psychologist ( or school psychologist, if you have one) and go there.

[@Turtletoise]

You can’t even spell depression correctly so stop self diagnosing you roblox worshipping nine year old

[@Esabelle]

*May anyone who sees this comment have a wonderful day.* 💐

[@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert]

Have a Wonderful Day to you too ..... Esabelle #RicckyKa Depression is nothing but a Mental Disorder due to some Chemical Imbalances inside our Brain. Looking at this just be smart to be in to motion always and take quick actions in your life as any Mental Disorder takes time to develop. This only happens when you do not move your body and sit idle for longer duration. Motion is the best Solution of avoiding Depression as I have already explained in my video. #RicckyKa

[@mcplumpkin6191]

@@ricckykataria-logisticsexpert yes, because my suicidal urges are by sitting and not by school and low self-esteem.

[@darwisabrisham4828]

Suffering but still afraid to confront the professionals :(

[@sunshineshining4167]

Be happy and actions only makes a big difference in our life.

[@jelena-nicoleboultbee654]

Perfect timing 🙂

[@Aggie1295]

I have wondered if the biggest effect of mood stabilizers is that they make a person tired and sap their energy. Almost every time I've tried them for depression they will make me tired and low energy if not sleepy. I could see that making some sense if someone is manic.

[@SadGirlXandra]

I’m going to talk to my doctor this week because for over a year I’ve been feeling mood swings, sometimes more than others & recently I spend 1200+ dollars on clothes and things I don’t need. Today I got no sleep, not even last night. But the night before I slept til 6pm or so. I will dance and sing and go for a run. Then I’ll just sleep. So I feel something is wrong. I am diagnosed with depression, social anxiety and ADD.

[@ithinkimightabandonthischa8747]

Who will win?

[@michaeldongon3968]

Wow... thanks for this important info

[@yourfan4797]

I'm so sorry...

[@KkRocks]

I have an idea for one of your next videos...the topic of self-esteem!

[@fosb]

i hate it whn people say tat they have depression whn they are just said . like gurl stop it