Bipolar disorder (depression & mania) - causes, symptoms, treatment & pathology

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[@watherby29]

The worst thing is to have bipolar and live without diagnosis thinking everyone is like that. Fun. Trust me.

[@victoriasjourney1577]

I was the same till this month.♥️

[@_darkbrian]

Oh shiit

[@HeyItIsLA]

Dude I still think that to this day. In denial much

[@marijablecic2978]

same here

[@malu8710]

Ikr!!! I'm honestly exhausted of this.

[@lillianfant2386]

I hate when you’re in a good mood for a while and you’re just waiting for the fall. I always know it’s coming I just don’t know when or how long I’ll be stuck there.

[@PiinkkBunnyy16]

Wow this felt like a personal attack lol.

[@mista589]

You know the moment the mood starts to get brittle and the anxiety and lethargy starts to kick in... I'm tired of this shit.

[@basmahammad2313]

That’s me!

[@WickedG5150]

Same.

[@momentmade6525]

Jesus does help me out a lot and he can help you too. He loves us ❤️ It can be so hard , I kinda feel numb as I’m typing this even but you are loved ➕

[@FettyWappy]

Recently I’ve been taking the time to actually learn about my mental illnesses, and it’s really an eye opener to see that all of these symptoms are common with many other people and I’m not the only one. It makes me feel a little less lonely knowing that I’m not fighting alone. Stay strong guys

[@osmosis]

We think you're awesome, Kitty! We're here cheering for you! 😊

[@messpice]

[@yourstrength1314]

❤️❤️❤️

[@ajaisland9100]

Lonely. That’s the feeling I hate the most about it

[@madlad1.]

@@ajaisland9100 I can really relate to that. From feb to beginning of this month, I experience long and extreme mania, so many frequent all nighters, so many hours without any human interaction, so many thoughts, so much pain, felt like there was little I could to really express it. Seeking out good friends and fam helped a bit, but I have a feeling a support group would be awesome, need to personally look into that. You’re not alone 🙂

[@transcendbytllc]

the biggest thing is not knowing whether or not im truly happy or if i’m just experiencing mania. this conundrum fills me with a deep sense of dread. everyday is hard. everyday.

[@xitsAndrew3388]

it’s like i’m on crack when i have highs, i’m so crazy and never stop talking

[@powerofroses1670]

Wow. You sure made me laugh firecracker. Are you high? Like high and by? Or are you like a bot? Just like jog. Or bottler? Lol

[@migquez123]

This makes some sense now. There’s days where I wake up like you even if I slept like 2 hours

[@yoink4755]

*i act like im on crack 24/7*

[@thesoundsofsilk4690]

I know. Me neither. Never realized how nerve racking I am to be round.

[@louisedunne4970]

Same as that... I didn't realise until my bf said you sound like I done a line of coke

[@faithrose3800]

Omg, the amount of people in her complaining about others “self diagnosing” You ever think they’re really hurting and they’re just looking for help.

[@softmoonangel]

ikr, i just want answers. I think i may be bipolar but my concerns are brushed off by my GP, i need help and no one wants to give it to me

[@zerjiozerjio]

Or they can't afford good care

[@o_o1317]

i do agree, but i have come across people who just have no idea what they’re talking about and have been like “i don’t know.... i mean i could have anxiety? i could have depression? uhh, maybe i’m bipolar?”

[@OrangedPeeled]

That is so true... everyone with bipolar has suffered including myself and I hope people realize that confusion doesn’t always include claiming a label. Sometimes being confused is just simply being confused.

[@chump8035]

No. Because we dont care.

[@feelone1094]

To anyone who is bullied into thinking they are fine when you know you aren’t. DO NOT LET PEOPLE hinder you from seeking professional assessment. I lived with this for a VERY LONG TIME and it’s NO WAY to live if you don’t have to. If you feel something is wrong. Something probably is. Might not be BPD but could be something else that has comparable symptoms .

[@jexycryptogawd8199]

Check out the name on my channel 🙂 He helped me recover from bipolar

[@AutomaticDuck300]

Happened to me. Didn’t get support for a year and a half because I was constantly told I’m fine.

[@rainlarkmarie2657]

❤

[@viancshelpyou7045]

Umm, it's a cause of bully?

[@charnjitsingh3365]

​@@jexycryptogawd8199 who??

[@babynaysc]

I told my psychiatrist that I no longer recognized myself, I no longer knew what I was and what the symptoms were, especially because I lived like this for about 16 years before being recently diagnosed, I have bipolar affective disorder type 2. So he said to me: see what the life and behavior of a person who is not bipolar is like. I became thoughtful and reflective, and this made me realize how sick I was. A simple sentence made me understand the entire context of my life, and I've lived with this for so long that I thought it was normal to be like this.

[@owenmacleod8681]

Look into dbt therapy and distancing techniques as a coping skill if that worked well for you. It has helped me out greatly compared to cbt techniques

[@owenmacleod8681]

One that helps me is closing my eyes and trying to look at myself through a future perspective where I’m not feeling as bad as normal and it helps create some distance between you and the strong emotions and thoughts you have

[@bruiserqueen605]

It's hard having someone say "you were in such a good mood yesterday though, what happened?" What happened is I entered the full on mania stage and I feel like I'm not even real.

[@btw8775]

Hang tight miss, its a wild ride but we can make it through!

[@bruiserqueen605]

@@btw8775 🖤✨🖤✨🖤

[@jessica_beck]

I know what you mean. Although I think I’m a just going through puberty or something lol. But i know how that feels

[@bruiserqueen605]

@@jessica_beck Going through puberty can be the beginning of the manifestation of mental health issues, at least it was for me. Don't worry though, it could just be that coming with age thing. But always be aware of your feelings, and don't bottle them up. If you're ever struggling speak with someone you trust and then go from there. Best wishes 🖤

[@jessica_beck]

Bruiser Queen thank you

[@sifugurusensei]

The worst thing is how I treat people like dirt during a psychotic episode and I try to explain that that wasn't me. I've already burned enough bridges.

[@bubbIest]

I feel that part, but thank god my friend got back in touch w me recently and everything was cleared up

[@jakethespoopycat]

I feel you, I end up hurting my friends when manic and I feel horrible about it, I try to explain, most of them understand, but some are extremely judgmental and treat me like a fucking axe murderer

[@sifugurusensei]

@@jakethespoopycat gotta count your blessings I guess. I still have my family. I started thinking about all the things I can do now that I'm out of the hospital. There's this freedom I have now which I didn't have at the hospital like a chance to breath fresh air. That's really something

[@saritatamu5395]

@@sifugurusensei can feel ya

[@mikelisteral7863]

develop more introspection during moods. which leads to more awareness of them. which leads to more freedom from them

[@josehernandez7246]

I think I might be bipolar. My parents definitely have untreated mental illnesses from untreated trauma and have scarred their kids through their coping mechanisms. I used to have longer highs when I was a kid but have more frequent lows as an adult and am honestly just tired of going to war every day. My moods shift so fast that I’ve given up on having any meaningful friendship with anyone out of fear that they find out how messed up I am. Don’t know what this is but some part of me wants to keep going.

[@DK-sg3oe]

Avoid oil sugar salt ❤

[@DK-sg3oe]

Do connect will get u the cure u need tailor made as every individual is different with regard to his environment

[@mv41]

Same story here.. iam 54 now usted to be energetic and good but the lows i hate.. depression is so difficult! Inateresting too recognise myself in your story!

[@BreezyRampage]

I feel the same way, my highs last longer though, but in terms of the relationships with people, I feel you on that part the most…. The only reason I haven’t given up on myself is because I KNOW that I have true & good intentions & for that reason, I can live with myself. Hopefully that helps you in some way or you read this sometime

[@volk4all805]

Worst part about bipolar episodes - when u want to try to reconnect and apologise to someone you hurt during an episode but dont want to resurface bad memories. I had a horrible manic episode a few years back where i asked a co-worker who was a friend and who had a boyfriend out and was angrily rebuffed. God i cringe so hard thinking about it. I don't want to reach out cuz km afraid it will resurface a rough memory.

[@DarkAmerica]

I'm bipolar 1. It sucksssss, I start meds this week for it. Wish me luck!

[@DarrenMclarnon]

I hope your doing well Chad!

[@noaz2521]

How u doin mate?

[@mjInPHX]

Did it help?

[@Catarinense-og8gu]

Jesus loves you.

[@blingbishop8252]

Update?

[@issamerose4813]

I hate that the more I look into bipolar depression the more it relates to me and the more my actions and feelings make more sense.

[@seppmeister2394]

same like i‘m not even trying to diagnose it myself but this is getting way too specific rn

[@alexhowes8778]

Agreed

[@rahat7120]

Saaammmeee.

[@cursedaccount6067]

Shut up stop self diagnosing

[@crayzmosher]

literally

[@callmemaybe._]

To all the people who might be suffering from this, remember you're not alone. Actually my father had this disease since I was a child and trust me during his manic episodes I used to hate him very much as he was a total different person, until I saw this. I feel guilty after acknowledging that none of those was his fault, it's just what the disease is. Hope all others people out there didn't face problems and their close one do understand them. WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK

[@osmosis]

We're glad that this video was able to help you understand your father's condition 🙏🏼

[@daanishmendon729]

Hey...even my father has it now...I need to talk to you please...how can I

[@nashwajamal4520]

My sister suffers from this disease😢 , please ! Can you tell me how to treat your father or how to undergo a course of treatment.??

[@daanishmendon729]

@@nashwajamal4520 where are you from

[@danielle5406]

I was misdiagnosed w major depressive disorder & generalized anxiety for 2 years, & was rediagnosed w bipolar type 2 along w CPTSD yesterday. Bc of my misdiagnosis I was on a antidepressant for 6 months & it was going great until I came out of my low so it’s super important to get the right diagnosis. :) im now on a mood stabilizer & seeking a therapist specialized w these disorders & feel very hopeful. Just know you’re not alone.

[@DK-sg3oe]

Danielle hi dear CD u avoid oil n salt completely

[@abby__7867]

I kept telling my mom I had bipolar 2. For almost 10 years. She would tell me to stop playing victim or blaming something. I finally got my diagnosis this month and she said “I can finally sleep easier. I’m so proud of you. Aren’t you happy you have support?” And I cried that night.

[@Speed001]

Oy, I'm sorry about that. Hopefully she can be a bit more supportive if you talk to her about it.

[@lucygracie]

i’m really sorry. she may feel guilt that she didn’t believe you/wasn’t there for you, and is trying to redeem herself now. proud of you, hope ur doing well💛

[@widdasiddiq8810]

What tests did you do for the diagnosis?

[@khaltoumach1243]

@@widdasiddiq8810 yes I want to know too ! There are some therapists in my country but they either give you medicine or listen to you, and I really need a diagnosis!

[@jessicaatkins3173]

She's likely bipolar too

[@vanitasaldanha686]

BIPOLAR DISORDER IS A SERIOUS MENTAL DISORDER. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO COPE WITH THE DISEASE.

[@samsongabriel4087]

Vanita Saldanha No joke

[@ljinlj]

STOP YELLING

[@ImrnetI]

Early psychiatric intervention is key in treatment and improving quality of life, almost 70% of patients report good prognosis ✓

[@kaykerr1739]

Vanita Saldanha it’s not a disease

[@AsfandShahid]

@@ljinlj maybe she has manic episode?

[@michellealtieri4571]

It has caused me to hurt a lot of people. I hate it. But I'm still working on it..

[@nicosounal5870]

I am diagnosed with bipolar today after a year and a half suffering with mood swings and unclear thoughts .. I feel hopeful and happy now that I will start my treatment .

[@CheriBerry1]

I hate being bipolar it sucks nobody understands and I’m just a crazy person who is alone. This year it’s so much worse too

[@deonadnell192]

Same, I tried to tell my “friend” and she wouldn’t even here me out

[@mashalnadir2058]

@@deonadnell192 I'm sorry you had to go through that

[@melissachabok]

you're not alone. your family and your friends love you. be strong and go for treatment.

[@supritipal316]

Here too....... it sucks ... Now I just want to focus on my inner self development.

[@skaterg8er488]

fr ive f'd up so much crap in my life this year and it's like there's nothing i can do to stop it

[@almasundstrom8296]

my mom was struggling with bipolar disorder 1. she killed herself two weeks ago.

[@kyled1673]

I'm sorry for your loss :(

[@bananamamagaming8045]

I'm so sorry :(

[@thecontinentalpangea]

my deepest condolences; my sympathy goes to you and your family.

[@alidelprete6667]

Sorry bro, that’s pretty sad, hope you still have a support for yourself

[@willmin439]

Praying for you

[@bananabread888]

Bipolar disorder is rough and I really admire anyone struggling with that

[@zyprexamedssucks32]

Thank you, that comment means alot yeah it can be rough but most of us are OK, I hope 😔😔😔😔

[@dianefoster3059]

I agree. Love this comment.

[@SoraFan23]

My mother has Bipolar disorder and she is always in a angry mood all the time and then all of a sudden her mood changes to being all happy and hyper.

[@youngbardsmusic5242]

That must be really hard for you. And her! I bet all she wants is to be a stable loving mum to you!

[@maryevelyn8285]

👆👆look up that handle my plug got all psychedelic drugs shrooms,dmt,lsd,meds,gummies,THC,CBD 🍀.💊🍫🍄🍀….

[@sudeyilmaz2081]

Someone seriously said "oH I hAvE mOoD sWiNgS tOo" yeah that angered me

[@melanieperry4721]

What's worse is when they tell you "oh just get over it" when you're depressed. That drives me nuts!

[@victorianicoleballos8791]

I feel you girl Fking triggering (By the way...heeey army💜)

[@sudeyilmaz2081]

@@victorianicoleballos8791 heyy💜

[@Speed001]

Well there are many causes for mood swings.

[@sudeyilmaz2081]

@@Speed001 but when I am talking about a DISORDER it's annoying when people think bipolar is only about mood swings. They rElAtE as if it's normal

[@fiendemaeyer6067]

i just got diagnosed and i really don't know who i am anymore?? i feel like my own personality is a lie

[@fiendemaeyer6067]

@H. Dinh so sweet of you! ofcourse you can message me anytime

[@bboyfocus12]

@@fiendemaeyer6067 im years in, done alot of spiritual work, really though personality is a lie anyway, we just are all playing a roll we picked up over the years, "the boyish footballer who likes beer and women",, people be like "oh jim your so lit",, edventually these behaviours are remarked so much that you just get into that role deeply and you become it,,, people get upset when they do or something happens outside of these imposed characteristics, its just not useful to be sold to one thing,, cuz nobody in world is one thing forever so its a plan bound to fail and cause pain ,,, bipolar is a great teacher if you let it,,, if you learn edventually that we feel emotions but dont have to be the emotions then this stuff becomes INTENSELY easier ,, search for the truth with spiritual and psychological teachers about the mind, ,, your doctors will make you sad and make things seem bleak,, dont disregard their practice but there is so much you can do spiritually and psychologically that are not drugs if your willing!

[@fiendemaeyer6067]

bboyfocused you have no idea how much this means to me and how you’ve opened my eyes! thank you :)

[@kellyannearcher968]

Ill pray for you sweetie. It’s just the devil inside your head don’t worry!!!!

[@danithelaw2322]

Same😔💔

[@low8739]

I was diagnosed several years ago. It is a constant battle to keep up with the meds or to even get the right dose. I have to check in with my Psych Nurse Practitioner every month in case something needs to be changed. I know I’m going manic when I start shopping online. Spring is the worst. The nice weather sends me into mania. Without my meds, I am suicidal. Take your meds.

[@jexycryptogawd8199]

Check out the name on my channel 🙂 He helped me recover from bipolar

[@christinagordan2757]

I definitely relate to the cyclothymia one. I have less highs and the highs are more of a general happiness but also crazy irritation at some points, but suddenly the lows come and they hurt really bad. I haven’t got diagnosed though, so I can’t say for sure.

[@small_fries7573]

maybe it's normal to have highs and then lows. Sometimes it can be like issues in your life that hasn't been resolve yet for a long time. Wish u accept Jesus Christ as your Savior so u can go to heaven after this life. God doesn't expect you to be perfect nor sinless. He just wants u to believe in Him as your Savior for your sins so u can go to heaven after this life.

[@H0Ia]

For me I’m generally happy or sometimes feel like I could anything. Then randomly I feel sad and it hurts, for at least a hour.

[@bridgettemellon9173]

Its such a curse. I never know if I am actually getting my life together or if all the positive feelings and hope is just a manic episode that will come crashing down when I come across a trigger. I try so hard but I just get knocked down again every time.

[@mista589]

You always get that feeling as if you've cured your depression, and then you realize you were hypomanic for a longer stretch, only to hit depression and validate all the mess and rifts you created.

[@Dujfjfo]

@@mista589 wow...this is exactly how I've felt all my adult life 😞

[@Reimogulofstl]

This I can relate to.

[@Jessica-kt3ne]

I feel this comment to my core.

[@cBOT1096]

I couldnt agree more. I'm always getting my life back together and thinking wow this is so easy why didnt I do this all along. And then im waking up at 3pm or quitting a job and just feel so stuck that it makes me want to scream. The worst part is everyone thinking that youre just a lazy scumbag that doesnt give a shit when there is sooo many things you want to do in life. Im really glad I read these comments tonight.

[@barry9460]

does anyone else have these random bursts of total happiness when everything just feels like it’s going to be okay and you just feel no worry at all, they only last a few seconds at most for me; i have been diagnosed with depression but i’ve been experiencing them since middle school, way before i ever experienced depression.

[@nellieeez]

that's exactly how I feel

[@skellyskellington2559]

It’s been a year how are you feeling nowv

[@Indigowispp]

I usually try to fight it I’ll feel the happiness but I always try to remind myself it isn’t real it makes the crash down from the high hurt a little less because I was expecting it the whole time the lows tho I haven’t mastered how to ignore

[@AbstruseDaPoet]

Yes

[@helenarichard]

Although I get we need names for diagnosis, but looking further into the symptoms of bipolar disorders, they seem more like hormonal imbalances to me. If you feel a quick burst of energy of happiness, it could easily be explained by a quick rise in serotonin or testosterone. A lot of environmental factors recently cause a lot of hormonal problems. Problem is, endocrinologists won't bother with mental diagnosis, and psychologists don't know medicine. A psychiatrist only pops pills. But if just 1 person would study the cause of our hormonal issues and link environment to mental health, we could be saved. These "mysterieus mental issues" don't just come out of nowhere. Autism, for one, is most likely caused by mercury in the environment, not just genetica. The mercury changes the DNA and from then on "mental issues" become "hereditary". Explain to me then why there are no older people with autism. I rest my case.

[@pansang7004]

These past few days, i kept myself busy on watching any videos here in yt til i got the term bipolar. I thought it just means having a mood swing but no, it literally defined my situation right now plus anxiety. I know i am not alone in this battle. We can do this guys! It may be hard, but for the sake of ourselves, let's do things that will make us better. Aja!

[@small_fries7573]

yeah u r definitely not alone. Just check out da daily news. There's always some kind of crazy crime spree or people getting hurt. At least you don't go out and commit crimes. You are better than da general poplation despite da bipolar thingy. U r precious. Wish u accept Jesus Christ as your Savior so u can go to heaven after this life. God doesn't expect you to be perfect nor sinless. He just wants u to believe in Him as your Savior for your sins so u can go to heaven after this life.

[@nakiasubiono673]

got diagnosed with bipolar disorder a few hospitalizations ago, they never told me which one it was or really anything about it, almost a year into it and I finally worked up the courage to educate myself about my disorder & I regret not doing it sooner. this helped me understand my diagnosis so much better & let me know that what i'm feeling happens to other people & that really helps to make me not feel like a overdramatic freak. sorry for ranting.

[@osmosis]

Hi Nakia! Glad to be of help in any way we can and proud of you for educating yourself on your condition! 😊

[@basaknaimecelikler8437]

One of the most unbearable things about bipolar disorder is having no answers for “why you are sad?” Questiın it is so exhausting to give pp answers

[@small_fries7573]

maybe u can try to find a counselor and see if he/she can do a diagnosis. I think it's normal to be sad or angry. BUt idk your situation. Wish u accept Jesus Christ as your Savior so u can go to heaven after this life. God doesn't expect you to be perfect nor sinless. He just wants u to believe in Him as your Savior for your sins so u can go to heaven after this life.

[@user-bm4hr5bu2c]

Yeeeees

[@brycebonham7333]

nature calls, pp answers

[@nah4215]

@@small_fries7573why did god give him bipolar disorder?

[@me-hk4ro]

I literally laugh all night for no reason then I suddenly cry to sleep

[@emilycervantez5030]

Same or when I cry I stop and start to laugh or I feel fine and I start to feel like I’m crazy I dunno

[@nataliegrayhandle]

Yeah the last guy I was with thought it was weird that I couldn't stop laughing for no reason

[@sophia-tm1qn]

literally same :(

[@jalapenowithanm]

Me af

[@user-fl6mb2bl3w]

Same

[@livingmyliferandomly]

As someone with bipolar depression I love showing them videos like this. Its quick and easy to understand to kinda explain dramatic shifts in mood.

[@osmosis]

Glad that we are able to help in this way. Thanks for letting us know! 😊

[@autismwizard8259]

Oh God! The amount of people in the comments section like: *I cry sometimes and then I laugh sometimes...AM I BIPOLAR!?* Smh 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@lifeisacelebration.79]

yea that is bipolar .

[@juula9469]

Sometimes I refuse to let myself google things to stop me from selfdiagnosing and overdiagnosing like this. Any random symptom you have can be placed to anything that exsists. Especially if you are a hypochondriac you just shouldnt look up anything that will just feed the fears.

[@Catarinense-og8gu]

Jesus loves you.

[@chikasantikaa6111]

Me too😭

[@foxfur8327]

Autism Wizard, everyone cries or laughs sometimes so not unless you are crying or laughing for unknown reasons. If you "never" cry or "never" laugh that could be worse.

[@user-iv5mg9dv4l]

when he said people might believe they have some superpower, that’s literally what i think sometimes. like i think that i have a superpower. and i know that sounds so stupid, but it’s hard for me to distract myself from that.

[@ohno9237]

SAMEEEEE i thought i could see the future lmao and now i wanna dieeeeeeee

[@platonicbuu7454]

My superpower is that people say who im thinking

[@elizabethrose644]

same, i mean some people do have those types of abilities

[@runningwithSaul]

Once I had the ability to hear a 3d sound in my head where I couldn't tell that it wasn't real.. but maybe that's unrelated.. I also feel like I could predict the future, I'm sure some of us can.. we're all people and some of us are making certain connections that see trends that most people don't.. there's stuff like autistic savants so..why can't it be a possibility that some bipolar people could predict the future.. I've made up some super grand ideas when I was in college but we're too ambitious to get working on them.. I have a site for the domain name and been thinking about those concepts for like 8 years.. no progress because I'm too disorganized and distracted..

[@norazulkifli2517]

@@runningwithSaul You sound a lot like me.

[@renaissancecards]

I've always thought I had bipolar and now I'm almost sure of it. This video was very helpful, thank you

[@SMC_SEB]

Reading the comment section gives me ease to see a lot of you finding help. You should be proud of yourselves. I was married for 11 years to a man who refused helped. Towards the end things got really bad so I took myself and my kids out of the equation. I'm glad to know it wasn't me. Although he made me feel really bad about myself and our son.

[@shelia4879]

Being bipolar is one thing, bipolar depression is another; I feel generally miserable all day long..all day. I feel like I’m trying to climb out of a black hole filled with apathy, while trying to tune my emotions. When the mania hits I can’t even make rational decisions and I feel like my brain is on auto pilot. UGH.

[@mista589]

It's a see saw, that never ends. Triggers mean nothing when your manic, but when, their presented in depression it's like living all your wounds again with another year of baggeg added on.

[@heyamiami]

me too! i genuinely want to leave this earth one day and then have a great day the next. it’s been going on for weeks now on and off. every other day. since this differs from bipolar 1 or 2, i don’t know if that is my diagnosis but i know something is wrong..

[@taylor0000027]

I feel happy 80 to 90 percent of the time when I'm around friends, family and coworkers. Super happy guy from the outside but even when I'm "happy" I still feel this feeling in the back of my mind, uncontrolled unfiltered of just anger and the deepest sadness. I can't stand being alone, I do love myself but I hate so many parts of me.. I think I only feel happy when I'm not paying attention to anything and living in the moment, basically escapism. But at the end of the day when you go to sleep, there is no escape from your thoughts...

[@rsvp89]

Same here

[@goodmeasure777]

@@taylor0000027 Bless you. Bear hug to you. You sound like someone that was very dear to me.

[@JustAnotherAccount8]

im glad you addressed that while mania/hypomania seems fantastic on paper it can be extremely dangerous in practice

[@ericwhalen1032]

I am was diagnosed with manic bipolar disorder... some people don't seem to understand the prognosis just because some of my thoughts seem destructive that doesn't mean I will support them I can still function like a normal human being but if you're fortunate enough to peek behind the curtains you might think I am a delusional psychopath but in all reality, I am just a normal man with a mental disorder that has to work ten times harder than your average man but I am just spreading awareness sometimes you have to take a stand.

[@parsa8228]

My best friend has bipolar disorder type 2, he has recently opened up about it and he sent me this video to help me understand him better, it's so sad that there's no cure or treatment, breaks my heart to see one of the dearest person in my life is going through this

[@mrpaulturner4772]

You can help him out with this disease with herbal medicine which are use to cure myself two

[@Thrlta]

I thought I might have this, but when you started going into the details...I think I'm just a moody girl.

[@118_shrutinair2]

Me too 😂

[@LunaVictoria9]

Look up borderline personality disorder. I thought i was bipolar, but i really think i have BPD instead

[@yukadiangelo]

@@LunaVictoria9 Disorder! Disorder! Seriously?

[@LunaVictoria9]

@@yukadiangelo that's what it's called.

[@yukadiangelo]

@@LunaVictoria9 ummm thats not what I meant

[@MiillieMesh]

I almost cried while watching coz they said it's no cure. Now I'm reading the comments crackin up laughing because we're all mental & in this hallucination together. Fuck it. We gone die anyways

[@airraan1692]

Miillie Mesh shut up bitch

[@beetea9072]

Yes queen,lets die fucked up together 👊😔

[@mouchthebiker2938]

yea lets.

[@MiillieMesh]

@@airraan1692 no bitch lol you shut up

[@fatimaezzahrahimdi8510]

@@airraan1692 what's wrong with you what the hell?

[@blancosmoke]

I’m really appreciative for videos like this. I lived a lot of my life not realizing there was a problem.

[@osmosis]

Glad to be of help, Blanco. 🙏🏼

[@patrick4584]

I am diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Many people say that a manic episode feels good, but this is only partially correct. Once I had a manic episode and it didn't feel good. I felt stressed and restless. This was very exhausting. On the next day I went to a psychiatric hospital where I got the treatment I needed.

[@clau5974]

it’s affecting my relationships because of my depressive ep:(

[@SephirotHeRe]

You need someone like me who’s grew up with someone who’s had it and can understand and help you.

[@alexisrose4375]

I feel you.. for me it’s really hard to get out of my depressive episodes even when I know I shouldn’t be sad:/

[@AnonYmous-spyonmepls]

ye well women tend to love it when I am in mania because of unlimited sexual energy and desire. But when I get depressed is when the breakups happen. Sucks to some extent but now my mania is finally kicking in lets gooo I feel the energy finally after 3-4 months of depression I am ready to fix everything I fucked up again. what a life, these things happen over and over.

[@skaterg8er488]

same i just f'd up my relationship bc of it :/

[@mrfake675]

Try the ketogenic diet. It's helped my bipolar symptoms a lot

[@fayetopias]

I don’t want to see a therapist or doctor. I’m afraid of what they’re going to tell me and I can’t afford medication or treatment.

[@janechina2936]

The best thing to do is talk to someone you trust. A Parent, a friend, a dog, anything actually! But if you do go to a therapist..well, I guess just try not to worry!

[@crimsoncreations6256]

Theres always options, if you do get end up needing medication they will be able to discuss insurance options for different medications, payment plans, or choosing the cheapest place to purchase those medications. Continued therapy is the same, they'll help you select a practice that is the most cost effective for you.

[@handsomelyditto4215]

lithium is super cheap

[@reallyhappenings5597]

Get yourself on Medicaid. I've gotten really good mental health treatment on Medicaid at no cost.

[@aaymathebest4705]

Irridessa Amore...what symtoms do you have?..can you tell me about your moods?

[@shadowwalkerjae3106]

My mom was diagnosed with Bipolar. So I'm here to learn about it. When I was younger I was diagnosed with having clinical depression. I seem like others? I'll have my really good highs. I'll be happy and never want to come down. But the moment I feel someone tries to controll me, or make me feel less of a human..I get super depressed. I get these thoughts saying, 'End it all. Why are you even alive?' I'll start to then think about all the shit in my life that is wrong and can't seem to focus on anything good. I have figured, I write my feelings out and that usually helps? My friends have been commenting about my naps at lunch during work. I'll stay up all night and sleep all day. Sometimes I function off just 5 hours of sleep. Other times I could sleep all day and not care. I'm glad I'm not alone in this. You're all brave people. Knowing this helps to know I'm not alone ❤️ 😭

[@user-qt8my3mj5w]

I’m honestly so tired of crying I hope when day I find peace 💔💔💔

[@charlottestallion7513]

my mom suffered bipolar but she's getting better now after taking the natural herbs and body cleanser from Dr Isibor on youtube, it wasn't easy she took the medicine for 1 week and everything started getting normal again!!

[@charlenewolf5007]

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[@Reem-bj3zd]

It still confuses me, at times I get so happy, then suddenly I want to lie down and die. My parents says it’s mood swings and it’s nothing serious, I don’t know tbh

[@kiwiju657]

The fact that I thought mood swings were normal. Like when someone talks bad about me, i feel like i don't care but then i keep thinking about it and my mood would literally go down. I would sleep more,sometimes i would listen to music, I become hyper,it makes me so happy. Do I have bipolar disorder? I used to have depression for 1 year.

[@julliamartins4011]

you could ask your doctor to diagnose you

[@runxc4552]

POOPOO PEEPEE

[@kiwiju657]

@@runxc4552 ?

[@kiwiju657]

@@julliamartins4011 yea I asked my parents but they didn't approve because of what others will think:(

[@yashshakya129]

Why am i even commenting. I dont even know you but you can get rid of this by talking about it with someone in person.

[@emilydean2429]

Can't describe how helpful that chart was to me better understanding the different types of bipolar and related disorders. Thank you for this!

[@osmosis]

You're most welcome, Emily! 😊

[@jacinta._.]

TW! For the longest time, I thought I was normal. I thought everyone had the mood swings but that they were better at hiding it. I thought I was weak for needing to express myself and eventually felt so weak and useless that I started s*lf h*rming and even tried to commit s*icide. Legit, I thought everyone was like me but that I was the only person who couldn't handle it. Then my parents took me to the drs and they told me that it isn't normal to have the feelings I had. Hearing that was a relief but also heartbreaking. At the time, they couldn't tell me what I had but that I had something, so not knowing what was making me feel this way seemed to be a form of torture. Instead of feeling like I was weak, I felt utterly alone. A few years later, after many dr appointments, I finally got diagnosed with bipolar. I was like "what's bipolar" The dr explained it to me and all I could do was cry. I weeped and bawled my eyes out for ages. The dr asked if I was OK and that it is OK to feel upset. I told him "I'm not upset. Not at all. For years I thought I was weak and that I was totally alone with how I felt. I thought it was something I had to face alone. I'm relieved to hear this cause it means that I'm not alone. It's not something I have to do alone anymore"

[@222landon]

Just went to my counselor today, and we talked about Bipolar disorder. I had hit a series of lows and highs and realized I wasn't like everyone else. Its sad to think about, but I guess at the same time it's just something I have to except that I have to live with. Set up an appointment with a doctor, hopefully they can find me physcotherapy, or maybe prescribe some medication which was recomended. It's so nice to see that I'm not the only one with this problem, I wish there was a community of people with bipolar disorder you could almost talk to and dicuss what you are going through. Thank God for youtube though, I thought I was the on e.

[@taylorriddick2729]

Hi. I understand what u are going thru. I’m starting to think I have this disorder. If u do not mind me asking how did it go with a psychotherapist?

[@SuperCheychey99]

I'm way late to this comment but hope your therapy and med regime is going well, I am proud of you. Also there is a bipolar subreddit that is super helpful I suggest you look at it's been very helpful to me :)

[@lesliewalker8054]

I recommend celebrate recovery groups for a safe place to share and be vulnerable about struggles with mental health.

[@sahibasharma29995]

Can you help me

[@LuckyFish3000]

I’m here because I’m a Kanye fan and I’m truly trying to honestly understand his condition.

[@yesnoyeswait4306]

Its complicated disorder i can tell you. Im bipolar but i can't relate to Kanye, because he seems to have psychotic mania states, and i don't. I have hypomanias wich are kinda like light versions. Kanye obviously has psychotic manias, wich are the worst there is. In that state, its hard to person to see whats real and whats not. When you are on mania, you feel like blessed, when you are not, you feel like cursed. And i don't mean it religion wise.

[@jonbar140]

I think he's just Histronic or NPD if anything. Probably neither. Also APA guidelines prevent therapists from diagnosis people we aren't currently seeing; something others in my field seem to have forgotten. But I agree with you that he's... off

[@mello.1483]

@Melanie Mata Bipolar is really depressing, (I have it) but when I tell you there’s way worse.

[@Alaskanman]

@@yesnoyeswait4306 I can relate with him. Especially when he says he's god or a worker of god trying to better mankind. Then I can lose all that feeling and just sink into my bed wanting to not exist the very next day

[@jackiehurtado3334]

@@Alaskanman you explained it so well

[@bred3862]

I'm too emotional 🥺 always thinking about my mom and dad health.... Sometimes feels too good full vibe then suddenly my mind start searching and find a way to be sad on very silly things... Always thinking about my past life when I was in 10 class I want to relive that life(nostalgic).... Sometimes feels too superior and when someone talk with me in a wrong way I start thinking and ruin 2or 3 days.... I don't think I ever gonna get normal life😌😌😌

[@carvel9627]

This was so helpful (as a visual learner) in understanding the differences between each diagnosis. Thanks so much

[@osmosis]

You're welcome! Our pleasure to help! 😊

[@sweetyssk8741]

Its a dangerous illness. It hurts everytime the mood changes. The hope to live is reducing. Every emotional feeling emphasis all time. And feeling hurts like physical pain. Anger, grief, pain, broken, unreasonable happiness all are part of it. Even can hallucinate certain things like some person is next to you, follows you and criticize you. Hearing some voices when you are in depression. High headache like some stone is kept in your head or someone is pulling your head is a major physical pain. Moreover acting like you are happy and positive in front of others and cries alone, or if you are in anger you shows to yourself, and sometimes to suppress your emotional pain(depression or anger) physical pain helps like scribbling your hand with sharp objects. Most times sucide comes to mind like saviour from all the pain and emotional cocktails, but family and scare of dieing by self resist it. Lack of concentration in work and study, sleeping for long, eating more than you want, cant enjoy any happiness around you coz of the after pain of happiness is hell. Screaming, crying, punching in wall, scribbling in hand, being reckless is all things you remember when someone asks "how was your day". Nothing cant hold you back from the pain. And no one understand what's happening. I know how people who are suffering from like these feels, the hope of one day everything will be alright is the one thing that resist people from self killing. But sad part is no one will ever know what your life was. While reading this you may think how do i know all these. The fun fact is this is what my life is for the past 7 years. Its been soo long that i have slept peacefully. Even i didnt know when this all started and what was all these. People around me doesn't know it either. Still i dont know is this a treatable one or its common to all, but this is soo hard to handle eavh day passes. Why im writing this now in comment is becoz i dont have anyone now to share this. No body to help or may be its me who dont show my need to others. So while watching this video and reading comment i realized there are people who is like me All Alone handling. so here i am if anybody wants to talk or needs a listener to listen your feelings then can post here. Atleast we can be there for eavh other.

[@Random-mj5np]

Hey, did you try getting a diagnosis?

[@nitturusaiswaroop7585]

Hi, I am having this problem for 4 years, since 2016. I am unable to come out of this caz no one believes me and no one supports me I lost all frnd and alone for months 🥺 i cried while reading this comment I committed suicide 2 times ,don't know why I did like that

[@iPostiPodiEatiYuri]

ya good?

[@drushtiborade6650]

Hey same relate with my story I really tired lots of time I try to kamit suicide lots of time..I feel very helpless and stucked in situation I listen some voices in my ears lots of time it's very dangerous they said your life is over and get suicide when I am not listen this voice they harm me badly they get heavy in my mind and my mind is not working whatever they say it's very necessary to do it otherwise they become very high voice in ears I am very depressed and my mood are very swings I don't what I do I also consult pysctrist but my case getting so worst ..I am leaving this comment because no one is there to listen me or understand my feelings..

[@anitaekka5833]

My love is also suffering from this bipolar disease 😔😔..he always try to control his mood fluctuations but it sometimes become difficult to handle it....so he sometimes get very angry...like he can do anything in anger..even he can destroy anyone ...but when he calms down....he is an amazing guy ....he would share everything with me... without any fear...but still he is trying to control his anger for me 😔🙂...I hope my love gets well soon!! I will try my best and will never leave him no matter what! I will help him to deal with his bipolar disease..let's see what happens 🙂

[@allisonrobilliard9599]

I am in the same situation I hope it gets better soon for you

[@aaymathebest4705]

Can you tell me,when he got diagonsed?what medications he is takingand what were his syptoms?

[@aaymathebest4705]

@Redhead Update can you tell me your sypmtoms?

[@aaymathebest4705]

@Redhead Update can yoi tell about your symptoms?take the help from chruch,brlieve in one God,pray from God and from the Jesus as well....

[@aaymathebest4705]

@Redhead Update hundred percent goid suggestion you gave to us

[@mixedreamz7324]

Thanks you literally just described exactly what I’m going through. I’d rather be lit on fire again then go through a tenth of the dark lonely prison retaining thoughts my mind has locked me under. Hour upon hour of research. Many medications maybe that’s just it. I’m unfixable and the only other outcome is not trying anymore. Putting down the torch accepting how cruel this world is as an adult and waiting for peace.

[@osmosis]

Hey, we care about you. If you want to talk to someone or are experiencing suicidal thoughts, text the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. For international resources, this list (www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html) is a good place to start.

[@feliciamonae6300]

Well damn I feel you 😪

[@harryaugustine1853]

The worst thing for me is that when I come of the high the low feels so much worse and it feels like it just gets worse and worse and worse

[@Dount_the_rat]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and serve psychosis last week. I just started my medication.Wish me luck!

[@virathiyam5401]

Best of luck. You'll be OK.

[@DeadRising95]

Hope you are doing well these days!

[@kisser1186]

I feel like shit all the time but when I feel good I FEEL GOOD LIKE I COULD DO ANYTHING

[@yukadiangelo]

So

[@atomicbarbie809]

Omg so true

[@cortneyjones3025]

I love looking at topics like this above! I makes me understand others around me. I’ve never been diagnosed but I would love to understand others who have this disorder

[@kris.denise96]

I'm currently in a crash after a manic episode that left me hospitalized for months. I hate bipolar disorder, I feel miserable.

[@bob5785]

I'm just trying to understand my friend better, he's bipoler with one of the worst lives I've ever heard. I'm sorry for anyone who has to experience this, if you ever need help I'm here for you.

[@malikzafar7232]

Plzzz...take me with you..😭😭😭,im alone and want to recover but But if smone gives up totally,after facing constant multiple shocks,tragedies,lost family,kids,Bank Vp grade job,home,wealth,,etc,,fallen frm top to zero,,practically these lectures work if you remain little normal,but if you are alone n no one is taking care then Practically you need a true strong caring person to take you out from this situation when u r stuck in room for a year,can,t change,can,t manage anything,can,t go in day light,health going worse,always live n die every second,no hope,no goal,no one comes to c u,then Even Doctors Counsellers say that you need a strong caring guardian to recover you....Respected Bro..Will you truly help,, ... Can u take me away,keep me along for few days to follow ur normal routine...😭😭😭😭😭😭😭Waiting 4 ur Positive repl

[@malikzafar7232]

Read completely my ist sms.. 😭😭😭Plzz..Adopt me for few weeks,i ll b recovered then i ll serve u till death...,It needs a big heart but plzzz...come to me

[@malikzafar7232]

Where are you from??You said so that if u ever need help then contact...This thing has added life into me because no one ever said in last many years,,,So it means God can send anyone as an Angel to support an alone drowning person like me..

[@malikzafar7232]

Dear BOB...Where r u from??

[@malikzafar7232]

Contact me urgently...

[@veetistalkshow3798]

I actually have bipolar disorder and im really glad you made this! Maybe some people understand me if i share this video

[@bluezircon1564]

I love learning about mental health a lot! It helps me understand people and even myself. I’m recovering from depression, sh, and suicidal thoughts. After all of it it’s even more clear to me how important and serious mental health is and to look out for others and yourself! Didn’t think I’d make it to the summer but here I am enjoying it. If you are here because you have bipolar disorder or feel it fits you I want to let you know I feel for you and you can make it through the rough and even soffocating parts of it!💗 mabye you feel like you need to end it soon because it’s so hard to make it through each day but it’s not true. Seeking help even for the minor things does help a lot. And don’t feel embarrassed for it it is serious and people really do care. Good luck!

[@osmosis]

You rock! 😎🥰🤩

[@sabrinacasillas2757]

Thank you ☺

[@adisenbelanger8690]

I haven’t been officially diagnosed however recently someone mentioned to me that bipolar disorder could be a possibility for me. Naturally I looked into it and I’m realizing that my actions over the last few years have begun to make a lot of sense

[@osmosis]

We've updated this video! Depression is seen in most cases of bipolar disorder but it is not required for a diagnosis. We've also changed the diagnostic criteria from one week to 4 days.

[@zarakkhan9901]

Osmosis thanksssss

[@uguraldanmaz2458]

Do you add Turkish to translate

[@mercury7831]

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[@marj_zpt5575]

Osmosis what if it is just hour like im hyper the 1hour past im lonely is it still bipolar?

[@jofernando9291]

Osmosis love ur videos...expctng more. tqsm

[@zuzusimp99]

Can anyone help me? I'm not sure what's up with me. I have severe mood swings they happen quicker then bi polar have described. For instance for about two weeks I've been extremely depressed, yesterday I wanted nothing more to die and saw no point to living and today I'm so elated, this happens a lot every time I'm happy I think that I'm improving, but it changes back all the time and I can not function when I have either. They can happen in one day. I don't think I'm bi polar but can anyone help please?

[@carolinescarbrough8275]

Hi! You should look up borderline personality disorder. I was misdiagnosed with it before coming to the bipolar disorder diagnosis. Good luck!

[@hatimhatim2008]

PunkyGrace please have a try to talk to psychologist or psychiatrist, they may open your eyes about your condition

[@crvargasa]

Im studying this for my next exam in medical school. Something very tragic is that patients won't seek medical help because they don't want to be labeled for seeing a psychiatrist. However, doing so can literally change and save your life. Even if you find what your correct diagnosis is by watching KZbin videos or even studying off of books, you may still need a prescription and monitoring for the medications you may need. So please please please go see a doctor

[@lambd01d]

Could be rapid cycling variant of bipolar. Look it up and perhaps discuss it with your doctor.

[@Rubycella]

PunkyGrace pray bro I'm the same way and look up bi-polar deliverance prayers

[@user-lc3pc6lp4l]

Hello everyone, I am a patient with bipolar disorder. During my illness, I was imprisoned in a detention center for 15 days for criticizing the Chinese government, and then I was sent back to China by smuggling into Vietnam. I want to meet patients with the same situation and chat with each other to relieve their illness. Thank you

[@4lone881]

When I'm alone I always laughing without a reason... And when I'm with friends I was always laughing but I feel like so-so sad inside especially when I'm going to sleep I'm always crying...

[@jacobzuma105]

You don’t have to keep it to urself Thanks for the info, I would advise you reach out to Dr Ojemen on KZbin because he cure all kind of disease with herbal root for a permanent solution 💯💯

[@sandtias4138]

I'm here since my mom has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder 4 years ago. This is my second time living at my aunt's place for several months due to my mom's manic episodes, that convinces her to stop taking her medication. This leads to some really depressive episodes that can potentially take her life. The people taking care of her tends to send her home too quickly (in the manic stage) which leads to her messing up her medication and yet another depressive episode develops. I found this video to learn more about it, as i'm still not too familiar with it I feel. I'm almost an adult now, and I wanna be able to understand the symptoms so I can help my mother in the future. Thank u for the video :)

[@Nancy-pc6sf]

Good going girl proud of you

[@lorenzo7162]

Hope you are doing well

[@prod.bychop]

nah man cap :( :)

[@DK-sg3oe]

Avoid oil salt sugar❤

[@patrickliterallymebateman9892]

1 year? I have extreme mood swings I cry and then feel happy and laugh in a matter of a while. Like in a day I’m happy in the morning, angry all day and sad and crying at night

[@victoriawhite4512]

sounds pretty normal to me, especially if you're a teenager. I'm on bipolar meds and still have days like this because these aren't symptoms of bipolar, just hormones lol but yeah it said in a year becomes mania (the happy part) lasts at least a week, usually more, and its not just happy. its delusional, rapid speech and thinking, thinking you're a literal genius, etc. and the depression is crippling and for at least two weeks, in my case its usually like 3-4 months. so not, it can't change in just a day, that's just hormones.

[@im.9381]

Then you don't have nothing its just emotions

[@dishadhouliyan5190]

what is your date of birth

[@patrickliterallymebateman9892]

Disha Dhouliyan - Abstract Art 2000 why

[@dishadhouliyan5190]

@@patrickliterallymebateman9892 I am trying to understanding astrology and numerology deeply. For my own research I am asking.

[@eryvac0074]

I just got diagnosed with bipolar. Weird to finally have words to describe it

[@theaustin_mindset]

Bipolar Mindset Coaching @theaustin_mindset I’m not a doctor, I’m diagnosed bipolar and i,m beating the system with positive outlook BIPOLAR DIAGNOSIS SAVED ME

[@nighticeeee]

Dating someone with Bipolar disorder for 2 years and my advice A ex girlfriend, from years back when I was a freshman in college, recently came out messaging me she was diagnosed and treated for Bipolar disorder over the past 3 months. She then went on to say the medication and treatment is helping her a lot making her feel great and normal again for anyone wondering if it worked in her case. Maybe 9 months back she called me out of the blue saying things like "see you soon", "are you awakened yet", and "it'll all make sense soon enough." A random maybe 2 minute phone call that didn't make much sense. I texted her asking if she was high because she didn't seem like herself. She then got extremely mad at the comment then said never to talk to her again and blocked me. Very weird but I accepted it for whatever it was and continued with my life as normal. This week, some 9 months later, she messaged me saying that was her having a manic episode and breakdown at the time and apologized going into it all. Now from my understanding this kind of bipolar is a extreme case of mood swing and change most people shouldn't expect or be afraid of. Prior she was always a emotional person and even so sometimes for the better, but there always a undertone she maybe had something going on. In dating her for the 2 years, I found talking out everything that happens or she brought up thinking it was a potential issue, leaving nothing unsaid, explaining yourself, and being willing to listen are the best ways to handle and comfort someone with bipolar disorder. Now the issue is, that requires caring a lot about that person and having the time to be there for them. Also, you as the other member in the relationship you can't take things too personally in arguments or fights your partner makes. It's kinda a lot to deal with my from experience but I was willing because she really was a great person I loved. Currently, me and her aren't together and I have my own life and relationship so I don't think it's right for me or respectful to my current girlfriend to be talking and doing all this. I still care for her in a lot of ways, probably more ways than I should at this point, but the past is the past and I hope the best for her. Hopefully this story helped with something

[@bushraanjumpriyota3955]

Helpful indeed. Thanks

[@atheneamndz1200]

It does. My boyfriend has this really erratic behavior that I could never understand, I was actually starting to consider if he was who I thought he was, a good person at all or someone who cared about me bc of how he got during fights (verbal stuff but just being super hurtful and saying things he himself says doesn't really think after the fact). He literally can't physically control how he gets and it's just not normal. I haven't left bc I know that he does love me and that's he's a good person and the way he breaks down when he knows he hurt me is genuine and heart breaking, but there's something about him and I'm getting tired. I'm looking at bipolar symptoms and he fits the description. If it was him having this, he could get help and I could understand more of it, not take the nasty things he says seriously, I already have so much patience w him without knowing any of this, if he did I'd be willing to help him. But i don't know how to bring this subject up to him, that he mighthave this, and I also feel it might be wrong for me to do this, someone else should diagnose him, but his family doesn't have money for a therapist, so idk...

[@nighticeeee]

@@atheneamndz1200 yeah idk personally coming at someone telling them they need help I don't think ever works, if they want it they'll get it else nothing will ever change. But it shouldn't be up to you to have to deal with all that especially if it negatively affects you to the point it bothers you. From what I had to deal with it was more emotional and trying to support her and think out things for her if she was getting frustrated and started acting like the world was collapsing with the mood swings. Yours seems a little different, he's coming after you a bit from what your saying. "Giving it up is not giving up." If things aren't well and you aren't happy what's the point of it all. Even if you love them you still need to put yourself and your happiness first because your the one who has to live and deal with it at the end of the night when nobody is around

[@rizzar]

My dad is bipolar, he refused to take his medication and resorted to almost killing himself and my mom many times. He is also addicted to alcohol, which might play a major role in his psychotic behavior. Our family distanced ourselves from him, but I really hope he gets the help he needs.

[@alanda8109]

My dad passed away a few years ago, but we had this situation when I was growing up and had to leave because it was dangerous. Sadly, he never understood his bipolar issues, threw away his meds, and took a very long time to recover from alcoholism. I know he is with the Lord now and am comforted that when we meet again, all will be well.

[@tygerrr_]

Was just diagnosed with Bipolar 2 today. I feel so elated knowing that now there is a reason why I have extreme mood swings, OCD, and hyperactivity. Now I can finally get treatment and live a better life. :)

[@kiaramills202]

demonriko so happy to hear this, all the best

[@deathofchanel8568]

Dealing with my Ex girlfriend of 3 years, I didn’t know she had Bipolar until it was too late, it sucks to be on the receiving end of the abuse, getting treated like dirt even though it’s not really their fault, it hurts even more when you forgive them but know that the momentary happiness will not last.

[@stan_sporesoninstagram5573]

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[@khfan4life365]

My older brother suffers from bipolar disorder. When he was off his meds once, I noticed how manic he was. It was like his mind was reeling and his mouth couldn't keep up. Every little thing set him off. Mom finally asked him if he had been taking his meds and he admitted that he forgot to call in a refill. She helped him get it done and he was back to his old self. I can’t speak for him (even though we know each other so well that we finish each other’s sentences), but it was scary to see my brother and not recognize him.

[@ThorandLoki]

I can’t believe in 2020 the stigma that’s associated with bipolar. I was diagnosed after my mother was having manic episodes. It’s nothing to be ashamed of and is a real medical issue. My ex husband use to use it against me whenever I disagreed with him.

[@jascayudong8050]

Thank you so much for this presentation. This made me clearly understand the Bipolar Disorder and the people who have this condition.

[@noviish]

I’m having a test tomorrow about this and it really helped me understand a little better. Thank you💗

[@osmosis]

We're so glad we were able to help! Hope all went well in your exam!

[@ixlymel]

I wouldnt wish this disorder on my worst enemy, my mother has it and it's so hard on our whole family

[@mrpaulturner4772]

Please help her out of this disease reach out to dr ojemen on KZbin I believe so much in herbal medicine which are use to cure myself

[@Asylashai]

i could never tell the difference between mood swings and bipolar.... now i feel more educated 🙏🏽

[@osmosis]

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[@firstname7020]

Feel like this all the time. Just don't like to bother others with my problems 😕

[@countdraco405]

@@firstname7020 why do people fucking care I am a fucking problem

[@chuuexloona]

I was diagnosed with anxiety-depressive mist disorder, but it was in my first psychiatrist consult, after taking my medicine and knowing more about myself I'm thinking more of maybe having a bipolar disorder, idk. When I made my return to the psychiatrist I edit this comment with news

[@eringallagher5510]

8 years ago I was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 - at the age of 14. I’ve struggled immensely to keep my life on track & to manage moods & depressive symptoms. Manic episodes cause so much destruction and hurt. I finally found a mood stabilizer that helps balance things a bit better but i’m still struggling heavily with depression. I’ve been told by my psychiatrist that people diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder should refrain from taking antidepressants, as it could make matters even worse (which was the case for me). Sending my love to everyone living with BP 🤍

[@Mellow4202]

I was diagnosed when I was 14. Got put on meds and was in a mental hospital. Stopped taking the meds (mood stabilizer, anti depressant and sleep aid) because I felt fake. I really don't know how else to explain it but it just made me feel fake. Well anyways I stopped taking it a month after I started and went on to convince myself that I was normal. Now I'm 25 and I have experienced severe mania and depression, the worst delusion I had was thinking somebody was poisoning my soap and making it to where I couldn't sleep at night purposely keeping me awake. I can't hold a job, I've had 7 jobs in the last 12 months, its not that dont want to work i just cant get along with people well. i have no friends which is no suprise considering I can't even hold a job. family can't stand how much i talk, I sabotage myself a lot. I guess I could go on and on, but I wont. It has definitely gotten worse, part of me just wishes I could be manic forever, but still be somewhat agreeable. When I'm manic I'm very disagreeable and that's partly what makes me burn bridges. And when I feel normal I feel less motivated and depressed, which causes me to push people away and burn bridges. It seems like no matter what I do I burn bridges.

[@zarakkhan9901]

i have my exams this march and your videos helped me alot . thankuuuu

[@AsfandShahid]

I don't remember them giving studying tips?

[@hollywinslett7097]

If that’s all you are worried about, then I admire you 🙄

[@bubblegum9683]

@@AsfandShahid probably had and exam about bipolar disorder

[@papaspoon1550]

I was diagnosed with bi polar two 4 months ago, they had believed it was just chronic depression and severe anxiety since I was 12 along with that suffering from pill addictions, personality disorders and adhd it was really hard for my therapist to ever pin point why I'd come back with episodes, she profusely apologized that she hadn't thought of it, though she's still my therapist and I love her I'm glad she's been there for me since I was 14 and I thank my psychiatrist for putting me on meds that have completely turned my life around, it's not fun being very homicidal then very depressed. It's really a challenge accepting i was told I have bi polar 2. It feels embarrassing and for me it still kinda feels like it's not real, like I'm just over exaggerating. It's hard to come to acceptance and I hope anyone out there can accept themselves soon, just as I am still doing. Stay strong and if you want to get better remember it's 50% medication 50% you. If medication works for you.

[@River132]

My bf has bipolar disorder I’m trying to learn as much as I can to help him! I know he gets very little hope at home so I’m trying my best (he also has a therapist)

[@osmosis]

We hope our video was able to help 🙏🏼

[@allindafac3]

I’ve been having a hard time after high school I kept falling behind in life and kept losing Interest in everything I once like I kept calling it anxiety for 2 years but now going into 3 years of feeling like something is wrong I’ve found and did more searching because it’s very odd one week I feel like I own the world and can do everything and one week I’ll fall off the wagon and go into an episode taht can last around a month of no motivation and losing Interest in stuff and my inability of showering or brushing my teeth or doing laundry I’m still very early in understanding myself but I feel like this is me

[@Ann963]

If you can, find a therapist to talk to. It really helps. Another thing that helps is to learn about lots of different kinds of psychological conditions, like bipolar, adhd, autism, anxiety, depression, etc. At best, you might recognize yourself and you can learn how to thrive in your own unique way. At worst, you will be better prepared to interact with other neurodivergent people. I am 34 and was not diagnosed as autistic until I was 32. It has transformed my life to learn from others like myself. Professionals are important, but there is no better support than those who walk the same path.

[@BipolarPerson]

If anyone else is here because they are trying to understand bipolar disorder or find support. I a very severe form of bipolar I wasn’t diagnosed until a few years ago. I was afraid of the side effects of medication. After I spent a year I in full psychosis and got run over by a car I realized my disease is potentially fatal without medication. I have been doing well since 2017. I now vlog about my experiences with my disease. But I do want to say I lost years and years of my life to this disease and I spent years undiagnosed thinking everything I had done while manic was my fault when it wasn’t. I hope anyone out there blaming themselves knows it’s not your fault.

[@xmushab0m]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder a few years ago. After my third suicide attempt I started taking my meds and got into college. Now im off my meds and I'd say I'm doing ok. I love my doctors and I feel really comfortable meditating and talking about my ups and highs. My only regret is that, when my doctor told me my diagnosis and he said bipolar I said: pls don't tell me about it, i'm scared that if I know all the details I would look it up and start "mimicking" what I read. I don't know if that makes sense, but now I want to know more. To everyone dealing with this I send you guys hugs and strenght. It's exhausting but life is worth living. Keep it up, we can do it. ♥

[@autumncortez6254]

For religious people: Do you think this mental illness is a combination of brain issues and soul or spiritual problems? I have debated this about myself after being diagnosed with BiPolar 2 over 5 years ago. Example: I take my antidepressant and I no longer FEEL depressed, I fixed the mind issue. But I am not “happy” or fulfilled or whatever word you want to use. That work has to be done in the soul. In my opinion, I removed the depression cycle which was a hindrance that normally wired brains don’t have. But that only frees me to now work towards a true happiness and that issue has been throwing me off. It’s what I describe as “soul sickness.” After so many years of being depressed and at times suicidal for 3-4 days out of every week, then unexplainably happy for 3-4 days, then back to depressed again, I never got a chance to have hope or even dream of the future. I always thought I was probably living for the last year. I lack the skills of taking care of my happiness or even knowing what I want. This is hard!

[@VengefulPolititron]

Yes. many bodily afflictions are intertwined with the mind. Heart literally stores your feelings. not your brain. You brain just collects and processes information. I went though chastisement and lost my humanity and feelings for awhile. I felt dead. and I learned the heart and gut bit have brain cells that connect to the brain. gut feelings are real. and love actually comes from the heart. Sin, and the corruption of nature that happened because of sin, does affect us in many ways. You are a 3 part being, made in God's image. He is 3 people, Father Son and Holy Spirit. You are Body Spirit and Soul. You are a spirit. the soul makes you human and like God. but the body is fleshly and evil. corrupted by darkness. We are spirits who experience light and dark. but we have the direction of God, through our soul, to do what is right.

[@dr.jones.3832]

Never ask religious people about mental illness, they will only make you feel more mental😩

[@user-vx2vt6zz4z]

you also had the anxiety disorder and panic attacks?

[@Londons__life]

I am only 11 years old I live with 2 brothers and my father has bipolar. It’s extremely bad because when he gets stressed he goes into a episode and it makes him think whoever is closest to him is trying to poison him, my parents almost got divorced many time because of this but they didn’t end up doing it. He had lived with it for almost 15 years without knowing and everyone just thought he was crazy like that, he would do stuff like leave with no trace for like a week or he would have hallucinations and say someone is in the house claiming he sees cameras and foot prints everywhere. Now that he is on medication it is rare he has episodes as bad as that but it is a very scary thing to live with. You also cannot control to an extent and could cause you to accidentally kill someone( never has happened to me) of you didn’t understand this a real life example of what a person with type 2 bipolar can do