PSYCHOSIS: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment - Faces of Bipolar Disorder (PART 9)

[@PolarWarriors]

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[@campsitez2355]

very educational and yes it's ok to call them _"viddys"_

[@pdxnikki1]

How do I join when I have no income currently? It’ll change but not just now? Is like the support & have a lot of questions.

[@laurenceschon3628]

I still cannot believe how there are no cuts in this video. Impressive.

[@raygud]

he knows that he says

[@NathanIslesOfficial]

Its not hard...write an essay and then read it aloud into the camera

[@paulv1973]

@@NathanIslesOfficial Try talking for 15 minutes straight lol... I would need to pause for a drink of water. It's pretty impressive

[@Freddiethemaltipoo]

ray gud has

[@benjaminknudson5997]

Great presentation to camera too! Its a skill

[@Xzenergy]

Going through a depressive episode right now. So glad I found these videos. It’s truly been life saving

[@shannonlee6059]

Chase Dustin I completely agree. He has been extremely helpful!

[@natural1863]

🙏🙏🙏!Hope you get better!

[@Xzenergy]

Thanks so much you guys, same to all of you. We can beat this thing together

[@dianna1976]

Yes! ❤️

[@derekthrash9643]

Chase Dustin hang in there bud. It's a very hard thing to go through but you CAN get past it. Find something funny or some children's movies. I'm 52 and those things have helped me I've also got BP 1. Blessings

[@marywilliams9858]

He never says Um.

[@shawnodonnell7445]

I respect the hell out of that

[@keligsp8962]

About time!

[@PuddinTane270]

Seems like he is manic in some of these videos ...

[@PolarWarriors]

Lol thanks for the comments everyone! I'm sure there are days where I'm on the manic side and make videos, but not saying "um" is something I try to not do. It took some practice ;)

[@dback5235]

Or huh

[@manabouthouse]

My girlfriend has just been sectioned with Bipolar Psychosis - I found out 6 weeks ago she suffers from Bipolar after a 9-month relationship. I now realise through studying the symptoms from way back at the early stages with Mania through to the depression. She stopped taking her medication 1 and half years ago after separation and divorce. she wanted to be a normal person with no stigma. I continue to support her and study the symptoms - I love the kind loving person she is and want it to work - thanks for these videos as they help.

[@marcoperanteau6337]

Yeah it takes a loving person to live with this disorder, your a champ!😉

[@olsonbryce777]

manabouthouse you’re a great human

[@sabitadevi6042]

Never leave her alone. You are a very brave and patient person

[@iseremvamseusta]

How is she doing now? Did she get better?

[@alickandreades6314]

I have bp1 mixed maina ultra rapid cycling and it is very hard on my girl friend. I hate how I treat her when I'm symptomatic witch is a lot. I always say I won't do it again and it happens again. Nasty stuff for those around me.

[@Dre33Norway]

Dude you are fantastic. Talking nonstop perfectly understandable speachpattern with no hesitation. my hat off to you my friend! Thank you so much for the work that you do :)

[@godofdogs6198]

Mania Psychosis sometimes feels like I am my true self for once, then my memory of the experience is wiped and I’m just so regretful of my back to back episodes.

[@SherryMarion]

Wow. I get that. Me too.

[@p-ydb]

@@SherryMarion when you feel 100% thats me next day youl fell like a 0%

[@carolinef8154]

My husband was involuntary admitted to psych hospital. He eloped. He's in denial. His family is in denial. He had severe psychosis. He's 57 and never showed any signs or symptoms of mental health issues. I'm having hard time understanding how he could change overnight. He's filed for divorce. These videos and comments have helped me. Thanks for sharing

[@elenasmartina478]

I hope you managed to save your marriage and relationships.

[@GeraltOfRivia99]

a BIG cause of phycosis and mental issues is INFECTIONS. things like Lyme disease, west nile, H pylori, etc get your husband checked for all the infections possible. i know from first hand a friend of mine had west nile. there also heavy metals that can cause issues to like mercury, lead, etc. these are atleast worth to check for

[@Elennaaaaaaa]

@Sandra Delgiudice love him from a distance and try to build up your life again

[@Imsalbd]

Thank you for a all these explanations..

[@heyalexiajanee]

@@GeraltOfRivia99 interesting. I’ve never heard this but I did get H. pylori years before having bad mania and my first psychotic episode. I will look into this. Thank you for sharing. Bless!🙏🏾❤️✌🏾🤗

[@Scspencer25]

Once again, thank you! I had been putting off watching this. I've had a psychotic episode from mania. I wasn't taking my meds correctly because I didn't think I needed them. I was in full blown mania. I ended up hospitalized. I didn't realize what was happening until two days later. It was very scary and I didn't understand what even happened. I was afraid this video would bring back those feelings, but it didn't, it made me feel less alone and ashamed. So for that I thank you. This channel is literally a life saver. I have recommended this channel to so many people. I definitely would like to see a video on ect.

[@riastuart6209]

So many people I know who also have bipolar have come off their meds because they did not think they needed them, including me. I was compliant on lithium and then was told by a psychiatrist that it could be making my severe arthritis worse and so I agreed to switch but no blood tests and how do they know? So, I did not take the meds correctly and I went psychotic and the police took me off to the local psychiatric unit and I was 'brought back to reality' and then I counted the damage. Yes, this channel is a life saver and excellent for the insights so needed, that no professional can tell you, for they have not experienced the many feelings and symptoms, the know of many but it takes someone who as been there to make a connection and this channel does that. I wish you all the best.

[@SwimminWitDaFishies]

I often wonder why all of these disorders and symptoms are so dark and negative. Wouldn't it be awesome if there was only euphoria, positivity, productivity and happiness?? No suffering or trouble for anyone!

[@magnusg20]

Well if it was positive it wouldn't be a disorder, I've also wondered if there exists people with unipolar mania.

[@ynaffitabmug]

@@magnusg20 Just remember mania IS NOT all good. Mania can be the most terrifying episode.

[@jackjones9460]

There are workaholics. I don’t know if other categories but think no one would seek treatment for feeling too wonderful.

[@joerostkowski7313]

You can't have light without dark

[@gabiotta]

That sounds like a nightmare. You would burn yourself out.

[@scotthullinger4684]

For someone who's actually not a doctor, but suffers from bipolar, I find these Polar Warrior videos by this particular presenter among the best on KZbin. Not too esoteric nor grandiose, he gets straight to the point with abundant salient facts. New Bipolar 2 diagnosis for me in the last few years.

[@OliviaGrace721]

I just had a really bad manic episode with psychosis I thought it would never end. My psychosis is really severe and life altering. Thank you for making this video- it’s nice to hear someone talk about it and not call me insane

[@vanoramoon674]

I was diagnosed almost 40 years ago and manage my symptoms with doctor-prescribed medications. Your channel is great! Even I am learning more. Thank you.

[@PolarWarriors]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to know that the content is making a positive impact, especially for someone with your experience. -Rob www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@LuxuFoo]

Our journeys started the same. Didn't know I was bp2 until I was hospitalized. Couldn't sleep for a long time because of mania and went into a psychosis. That was back in 2016 and things got better for a while afterwards. Mentally deteriorating this year tho.. Stay strong my fellow bi polar folks. ❤

[@neontate413]

Thank you Mike B to you as well

[@jaya_surya_a5118]

Psychosis means?...what happens at that time 2 u..? Hearing voices or visible fake visions?

[@wizardofahhhs759]

My wife went into a state of psychosis back in October of 2019 when she was 39 years old, she was finally diagnosed after being hospitalized with bi polar and schizophrenia after a year and a handful of stays in a facility. Her mania was seasonal, wide open in the spring and summer and depressed during the fall and winter months. It's a condition that I hope I never have to experience again.

[@LuxuFoo]

@@jaya_surya_a5118 For me it was extreme paranoia, inability to make sound decisions, and severe delusions. I didn't really see stuff. Sometimes I'd faintly hear things. Just very quiet whispers but not discernible.

[@jaya_surya_a5118]

@LuxuFoo like imagining a scenario and actually into it without knowing..and talking with it ?!

[@darquequeen2323]

Had an episode two years ago, triggered by extreme stress. I can’t believe I lived through it. From what I’ve been told, I nearly didn’t.

[@hollycline2427]

Me either, it's a hard thing too tough out.

[@prchix]

How are you now? Did you fully recover or is it a daily struggle? My 18 yr old is currently on his 2nd hospitalization and I'm terrified he won't get through this

[@hollycline2427]

@@prchix I hope he gets BETTER

[@genniferpaulgomez3028]

My daughter is on her third eposide of a phycotic relapse. 2016 & 2018 & now 2023 5 years after, she also want to live a normal life, but living with medication is the norm, these days, cause life is stressful, especially for this young generation. As a senior citizen, i woulď advice all young people, if you feel overwhelmed about life, get help, ignore the stigma & get the support you need. Mental illness, is the most painful illness on planet earth & very contagious, cause it pain the heart of every one who love & care about your well being.🙏🏽❤

[@KellyDawnGoneWrong]

Absolutely. My brother showed signs for weeks that this was coming, but there was unfortunately no convincing him to take his medication, and at last he was near death, and hospitalized. He is in a state of complete psychosis as of now, but he is at least safe, and alive. Very helpful information. Thanks you. This has been just such a hard and heartbreaking period of time for my family and I, but above all, for my brother. He deserves a happy healthy life and is such a wonderful human being, and I just can't wait to see him come back to us. I am so proud of anyone who is dealing with bipolar, and do not blame or punish yourself please... You didn't do anything wrong, and you are worthy of a happy healthy wonderful life ❣️ Love yourself, and trust in the medical professionals and the medication you are prescribed. It is so important to stay on your medication. For YOU to live out YOUR best life. Thank you for sharing this video. 🙏 I'm just praying for my big brother.

[@sleepingsoundsoasis]

This is the exact story of my brother! It was so scary and we a learning to get through it. Sending my love and prayers to you all!! ❤️

[@AZ-kr6ff]

You called police on him, eh?

[@thatoneweirdgirlvlogchanne3647]

I feel intrusive thoughts along with dissociation from my behavior, paranoia, or an inclination to do something radical.

[@LuxuFoo]

My symptoms to a T. Especially this year, it's gotten bad.

[@WhitneyAbrina]

Me too! It's so hard to live this at. I discociate and self harm. I don't even want to. I won't remember until I'm in the shower and then the cuts hurt in the shower.

[@WhitneyAbrina]

@@LuxuFoo me too Mike. It's really bad. I self harm and hate it bc I don't want to and have scars. I hate it. My bf is a snob about it and it makes me hate him.

[@dianna1976]

I wanted to share something I heard from a lady at my support group and a brilliant solution to an all to common problem. She was in psychosis and someone called the cops on her. She as very sick and they were rough on her because they thought she was resisting. There was a shit doctor that actually only talked to her for a minute, and "cleared" her even though she was convinced he was a comedian. He handed her back to the cops. She got herself a medical alert knecklace with bipolar, Ptsd and her psychiatrist name. I think that's absolutely brilliant!

[@oddeyes9413]

I need to do that.

[@cmj20002]

Great idea, the police should never deal with a mentally ill person. they just don't have the training to deal with them. Better to call an ambulance or take them to the hospital.

[@marcoperanteau6337]

Really really good idea, is it the kind from the pharmacy or did she order that special

[@This-Is-My-Little-Corner]

@@cmj20002 Cops are the absolute WORST people to involve with mental illness. All they know is force you to do anything they want - even if you can't understand them or are incapable. It is usually very violent. Don't call cops

[@cathygray9092]

Great idea Just don't think my loved one would wear it It really is great idea

[@kendrasummers5631]

Thanks for this video, my husband is suffering from bipolar with psychosis and it has been a very rough few months. I love him with all of myheart and it hurts me looking back that as I didnt understand what was happening to him- i treated him as though he was purposefully messing up our lives. I see now how selfish that was. Your videos have helped me understand and better help him. Thanks so much for raising awareness!

[@PolarWarriors]

Hey Kendra!! Rob is available on patreon. You can message him, text or even have a call with him there. He also started doing cameo like shout out videos free for patreons! He also has shorter, more personal videos and posts on there. Take gentle care! Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds On Patreon, you can message Rob directly, get a phone/video call, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@adamleroux1983]

Lol i remember so many times that i went on a psychotic rampage thinking i was some sort of god scary shit but luckily for me there were some very compassionate strangers that helped me out.

[@lasaundrapendleton5560]

Adam Le Roux same here. You are not alone.

[@AKMArt-vj2vi]

Thank you for this channel! Just got diagnosed with bipolar type 1 at age 22 and have been hospitalized twice now over the past few years I am now 24. My last full blown manic episode put me in the psych ward for 3 weeks. When you talked about the aftermath of getting out of the hospital. I broke down a little because what you said is 100% true. It takes a long time to get back on your feet. I love reading this comment section because it really is helping me feel less alone. Being manic is not easy and coming out of psychosis is even more challenging. Because when it’s all over and your faced with all the beliefs, hallucinations, and uncontrollable behavior that you did. It is one of the hardest things to move on from. Thankful for therapy and my medications. Two years sober from all drugs! Keep making these videos.🔥🔥

[@JRDavis-my6nj]

Thanks for sharing this information! I experienced this during my first manic episode. I hallucinated in all five senses. It lasted quite a while and was the most tormenting aspect of this disorder yet. I thought my partner and sister were trying to kill me with rigged items in my apartment. At other times, I heard voices telling me I was to kill myself to go to the next level. I also on other days thought I controlled the radio waves and was extraterrestrial, and that all songs spoke directly to me in a subliminal way. It came and went for about 3 months until I got someone to convince me to seek treatment. Others need to know this is part of bipolar 1 to help look for signs in loved ones. Thanks again for all you do to bring awareness!! You are a champion!

[@Janet9207]

J.R. Davis my little brother thinks that about me he thinks im after him and that I’m watching him all the time he does meth and maybe other drugs too it’s been going on for 2 years it’s so hard

[@aasmshsohbat1873]

I've been extremely paranoid about family and friends wanting to kill me. Honestly its so scary because it feels so REAL to me.

[@Nancy-ow9wy]

It's confirmed I have bipolar disorder

[@Nancy-ow9wy]

@@aasmshsohbat1873 exactly

[@jackievict0ria]

Our journey started the same way. I was hospitalized 3 times last year. Finally, my therapist diagnosed me with bipolar. However, I KNOW I’ve had this for most of my life after thorough research and therapy. Your videos are validating and so helpful. Before I was diagnosed, and prior to any therapy and research, I thought everybody felt this way.

[@marieseltenrych]

The other side of psychosis is the family of the psychosee who cannot help. It is very distressing when they disappear and refuse to talk about their issues but instead harbour anger and fear about what we would do for and to them. There is help out there and so many have found medication a relief and revelation. But, some love their psychosis too much to believe in anything else. I love the bit about friends trying to intervene. Dillusions and paranoia seem more important than help from true lovers (family) who suffer horrendously for years. You nailed it. You have rationale and you are my hero.

[@AZ-kr6ff]

Maybe you are more of a problem than you realize. Perhaps you don't know what you're talking about.

[@KissMahGrits]

Thank you for speaking out on this. You often hear of people who have committed horrendous crimes being talked about is having bipolar disorder. Society will then tend to associated with criminal or deviant activity well there are many of us with bipolar disorder who are highly functional ethical upstanding contributory citizens. As someone with bipolar 2 and PTSD I believe it is absolutely critical to continue to destroy the stigma and misconceptions people have about us

[@arvinbrinas8732]

Yeah, thanks to you, mr. Analysis,

[@arvinbrinas8732]

So many psychotic people nowadays,

[@amralaasaleh]

Robert, You are the Batman for bipolars like myself! You made me understand so much of my behavior and I'm much better at catching the early signs and controlling my maniacs Hi from Egypt ♥️

[@pilipinatv6505]

Same here

[@bipolarbeinganddoing8070]

Your videos are absolutely essential. I'm Bipolar type 1, I got diagnosed 15 years ago and despite all the hospitalisations and treatments and episodes, I've still never come to terms with it or accepted it. I just got out of hospital a few weeks ago and nobody warned me how destabilising it would be, started to become unwell and it looks like I'm gonna have to go back. Watching your videos is really helping me in this time of crisis, to understand my condition and therefore myself. Finally!

[@PolarWarriors]

I'm so sorry things have been such a struggle. You are not alone in this - although I know it feels like it sometimes. If you need a little extra support, there's a link in the video description where you can contact me directly. I hope some of my videos help. Stop by the channel anytime =) If you need to reach out to me, I'm here to help. There's a link below where you can message me directly and confidentially. You don't have to go at this alone

[@dripy9439]

My doctor keeps giving me antipsychotics but everyone I've tried either makes me very physical sick or gain a ton of weight. I wish there was a solution to just be mentally and physically well

[@SixfigureKofi]

Reba Nichole that's anti psychotics for ya. Weight gain and in ability to feel or lack of strength.

[@456njk6]

leave the environment you live in go live somewhere else

[@nicholaswilliams4598]

@LMC Seroquel made me gain 65lbs in 5months and turned me into a zombie. What a boon

[@freedomforusa1658]

Some Bipolar people use natural medicine that they can get whenever they need and use carrying amounts upon need. St John's Wart is very helpful for Bipolar sufferers. So is flax seeds, they work rapidly to calm the mind and mood.

[@lisahaider5731]

I got put on gabapentin. 800 mg 3 times a day. Nothing I could tell for side effects except being tired while getting used to it. I think its great and working good thus far, 7 months and I haven't left reality yet. I'm bipolar 1 w psychotic features. Might ask your dr to give it a try. Research light treatment as well.

[@BlankName88]

Fortunately I don't get violent when I'm experiencing psychosis.

[@maykenit3470]

I get extremely violent and nothing matters but the people i love...and im too ashamed to tell people because im a college grad with a bachelors in psychology ..so i know exactly what it is... Everyone thinks im just the jail bird of the family due to anger issues..but when im not having psychosis events i wouldn't hurt a fly😢 i hope this never happens again but when i was at work and i could hear my kids calling me through the wall..but i knew they were in school..i knew to just calm down and ignore it..but sometimes i feel like its a direct threat

[@elizabethg2428]

I actually become more affectionate and more in my head. I’m always in my head. But I’m stuck n scared.

[@aasmshsohbat1873]

I was violent in my last episode. The guilt and humiliation I carried was immense. As I'm not usually an angry or aggressive person by nature.

[@elizabethg2428]

Aasmsh Sohbat it’s alright! I get like that too. It’s fine. U understand right from wrong and the fact that u are feeling bad about it makes u a good person. U are amazing and the psychosis community loves u and wishes u the best.

[@aasmshsohbat1873]

@@elizabethg2428 Bless you appreciate your positivity and support

[@edwardbak4459]

You share so lucidly and with such kindness. Bless you.

[@dang7097]

I'm so happy because today I found my friends... They're in my head!! I thought I was a prophet... Was a nightmare

[@vivianstrong3340]

Talking to myself out loud helps treat my disorder.

[@elizabethg2428]

When I feel it coming I always say “Fuck off” but end up feeling bad cause swearing is a sin.

[@stevenmartinek4419]

Trump!

[@KO-lq1yo]

So I’m not the only one?

[@aaronjordan259]

Same

[@hetnifaambermusic1739]

@@KO-lq1yono you are not .. I start looking at my self at the mirror and retell myself my trauma and triggers and why I feel like this .. like I’m in a therapy.. maybe I lost it 😅😅

[@asiah7299]

I have seen a lot of your videos and I’m new to your Chanel . I’m bipolar as well. I’m diagnosed with bipolar 2. I also struggled with addiction after 2 years of being diagnosed with bipolar disorder . My bipolar started in mania before I was diagnosed . Every thing you say about mania in your other videos I can totally relate to since I have been there. The addiction took a whole different toll on my bipolar and stability . Now psychiatrists consider my case a dual diagnosis the bipolar and substance use disorder. I’m no stranger to psychosis even. But the only times I experimented psychosis was when I was high or going through withdrawal from drugs. As some one with bipolar disorder and history golf long chronic addiction , I have great awareness of my illness/ situation and I’m also very insightful . Not because I learned this in school but my own self experience and journey put me through so much that I can definitely realize wrong from right , what’s good what’s not and the shoulds and shouldn’t’s . Having said that , you will find me giving the best most helpful advice to some one like me but for some reason I don’t apply any on myself ? And I really don’t know why . I’m not one of those who are in denial or have no self awareness or insight. If I want to keep going I will not finish . I hear a lot in your videos that describes what I went through or have been through . I appreciate your Chanel and informative topics on bipolar . There’s only just one thing that I’ve noticed and it kinda doesn’t let me continue watching your episode till the end , is when a lot of times I feel like you speak as a doctor or a language that is used by medical staff or counsellors as opposed to a language that is truly coming from a very personal unique experience . It really provoke some thing in me as most people when it comes to this topic they can only relate if they truly feel the authenticity and a personal language that is only yours . Defined by the personal experience and journey you went through not the common language most of us hear over and over by counsellors , doctors , therapists .. it’s like preaching ! I really admire your Chanel but this is coming from a good place . Because I need to hear that transparency and authenticity in a very personal way as it helps me more and it moves some thing in me and sheds light on some parts of my life that I can’t still figure out ! You I go to a counselling session and they start talking I immediately shut down . Coz 10 out of 10 talk out of a script . I don’t feel any connection. I lose interest right away and I don’t think any of them has my best interest even coz of the lack of authenticity . What’s even more disappointing is that , most of those counsellors and therapist are in recovery themselves or they have one or more mental illness . Thank you again for your Chanel and for giving me the opportunity to write this . I really appreciate it ❤

[@patriciabannister2721]

38 ECT treatments, numerous hospitalizations, difficulties at work after hospitalization, thank you I’ve been dealing with this a long , long time , still putting up the good fight !

[@patriciabannister2721]

Mike X I had a major manic episode and was out of control, racing thoughts, couldn’t keep a train of thought , couldn’t stop moving, couldn’t shut up. Was hospitalized and the next thing I have a memory of was my psychiatrist and the Dr. who did the treatment and I were in my room. I was no longer manic but I was mildly confused. My psychiatrist was very concerned , I had only one treatment. I ended up having 3 per week for 3 weeks. 30 inpatient days . Then a month at home , no driving or cooking. I was out of commission for 2 months. Then I did well on lithium and Nardil for about 7 years. So yes that first session of nine helped. The second session of nine helped, also for mania , I had the same doctors. About a year later I had audio hallucinations, no voices, just music like. I was anxious, agitated, and depressed. The same Doctors again decided ECT might help. Over the next 6 months I had 2 more sessions of nine treatments, I was out of it . These were done outpatient. My husband told me I didn’t recognize our house one time he brought me home. The Dr. that did the treatments decided I should have twice weekly maintenance treatments. I had two additional treatments then a visit to my same psychiatrist who had not been informed about the additional treatments. He stopped them. Those last 18 treatments were too much for my brain. I had terrible aphasia. I could print not write cursive. Even printing I wasn’t writing the words I was thinking I was writing. The words made no sense. No driving over a year or using the stove. According to people who know me well I’ve never come all the way back. After that I think I was on every psych drug made in high doses. Trial after trial. Numerous hospitalizations for depression, once I was admitted depressed and seven days in I had a manic episode. I wasn’t having ECT again. So Lorazepam and Depakote brought me out. So I have mixed feelings about ECT. They helped me twice. Just be sure they use it judiciously! I hope this answers some of your questions!

[@patriciabannister2721]

Mike X Since 2006 have been on Depakote and Bupropion ER since 2006. Was on Lamotrogine for years and it started effecting my balance significantly. The combination of these drugs Depakote ( Valproic acid ) has kept me out of the hospital for past 15 years. Bupropion is the only antidepressant that does not have mania as a side effect for bipolar people. I still have mood swings but nothing like the ones I used to have. Only on those two. I in the past have been on 5 at a time. I’m sorry you have to wait so long. Good luck. I have found less is better. During depression I tell myself this too shall pass. It does. So I’m still alive. 2 of my brothers did not make it past 29 years of age. Any time you have a question you can ask. I’ll tell you what I know. Oh, I was an RN for years but had to stop with the brain damage. My intelligence was not effected.

[@patriciabannister2721]

Mike X I’m sorrry. Yes my journey started in my teens also. I was only concerned with the depression for years, I was always an overachiever which in hindsight may have been due to being somewhat hypomanic, although I didn’t have delusions of grandeur, I just had no problems with school or a heavy workload. Problems for me professionally started with the full blown manic episodes. Hang in there ?

[@patriciabannister2721]

Mike X Yes , this disease can cause a lot of anxiety and cognitive issues . I know what you’re saying. You need a mood stabilizer for sure ! It really doesn’t get better with age. Finding meds that work is difficult, like I said I have been on everything including antipsychotic meds. Those will pack the pounds on you and for me causes complete apathy. It’s worse than mood swings for me. I wish you could get care sooner.

[@alidostmohamed9464]

Thank you for the amazing work you put out for all of us. I have been living with mental health issues for decades and it is the most difficult thing to explain to your own family let alone anyone else. The sitution in my case got so bad due to my immediate family members also suffering from varrious forms of illness. I lost not only money but lost my purpose in life once you loose this you have nothing left. It took the recent passing away of my grandmother who i was trying to help however beleive it or not she was the one helping me and not me i then realized we are all going to end up where she is and need to find a purpose in life so i am now doing my best to cope with my ptsd, mdd, anxiety and possible bipolar / borderline symptoms and i go through extreeme highs and low the struggle is real. Just trying to do the best i can.

[@PolarWarriors]

Gosh, what a wonderful comment Ali! Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. I loved your last sentence about doing the best you can, we all are! Your comment is so relatable, you should get involved with the mental health peer support community in your town or city or perhaps start something on the new app, Clubhouse. Take gentle care! Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds For ten dollars a month, you can message Rob directly, watch videos that are more personal in nature, and access a great community. www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@heyalexiajanee]

@@PolarWarriors Wow! Thank you so much for sharing this hotline!!! It is sooo helpful! I am going through a hard time and don’t have anyone to talk to. It really helped completely relieve all the stress I was under. You and your channel are such a blessing in my life and my family’s lives. I share your videos and try to spread your positive message. Blessings to you and all you do in fight against this illness🤗❤️🙏🏾✌🏾

[@B_B_]

Great video, Rob! As someone who deals with psychosis, being able to help others understand this part of my bipolar is super important! Sadly, I can't agree with the statement that hospitalisation can be good. Perhaps it's just that my state does things different, but being hospitalised is very traumatic. They treated us like prisoners and kept everyone sedated regardless if they didn't need it. They wouldn't try to understand how scared and uncomfortable I felt and refused me the things I use as coping mechanisms (my music and art). I left in a worse state than when I entered and to this day I would rather try to ride out the worst of things than seek their help.

[@davidbeer]

yuck. I was fortunate myself not to go into hospital in Australia. My wife looked after me (she had a tough time of it however) Friend of mine also went in to the hospital I would have gone into. She said it was traumatic also. On the flip side Ive got another friend who has to go into hospital quite frequently and he gets all the support he needs while he is there.

[@bearsnooknook]

Mine were traumatic too. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy

[@darquequeen2323]

I hated hospitalization. I still fail to see how it benefitted me. I feel like it was more for everyone else’s comfort. I was in hell.

[@PolarWarriors]

K.B. That’s horrible! I’m so sorry you had an experience like that. I had a similar experience in a town in California. The hospital was a nightmare with untrained, ignorant, and almost prejudice staff. It definitely depends on the area and the people working at the hospital. I’ve had more good experiences than bad, and decided not to talk about my bad experience because if someone is in a crisis situation, at least they will be around medical professionals and not alone. My heart goes out to you for having a bad hospital experience. I wrote a long letter about my experience to the hospital administration and heads were spinning. It probably helped that I mentioned forwarding my letter to the media locally if they didn’t take me seriously. They take that stuff pretty seriously - especially if negligence is involved, so maybe consider documenting what you went through and contact hospital administrators. We can all work together to try and make place is better for those who struggle with mental illness :-) Stop by my channel anytime! Thank you for the comment and sharing your experience😊

[@Nancy-ow9wy]

Same here I had scary experience as well

[@victorhanson5799]

9:25 thank you for that call to action With fight flight or freeze, if getting a mental illness scares you and your the type to freeze, you may not be totally honest in the dr.s office out of fear and frustratingly walking out of there with no answers to treatment

[@aleyah_forlife]

One of my closest friends of 10 years stopped her meds due to a recent misdiagnosis and is on a manic adventure. She shut out all her loved ones and on a sort of vacation believing she's a famous influencer. Shes become a completely different person and its heartbreaking. Her husband misses his wife, i miss my BF and my daughter misses Auntie Laura. I pray everyday shes safe.

[@PolarWarriors]

I am so sorry to hear this 🥺. It’s a very familiar story to me... so common for people to stop taking their meds for a variety of reasons. I’ve been there myself (more than once). I think it’s wonderful that you are searching for resources to help your friend. I hope my videos are useful to you. There is a book I would like to recommend called “loving someone with bipolar disorder” by Julie Fast. It’s a fantastic resource. Should you have questions or need to reach out, there is a link in the video description where are you can reach me directly 😊 -Rob

[@aleyah_forlife]

@Polar Warriors thank you very much and I appreciate your videos.

[@chelseas6991]

I have cyclothmia and when I'm in a depressive state I hear voices see things like spiders peoples faces smeared im on edge constantly feel I'm being watched and followed this happens for at least 3 weeks out of a month. ATM I'm on the right medication so its not half a bad but is always there!

[@mollycarr7683]

Omg girl!!!! Your not alone x

[@UltimateMuzikPlaylists]

I also see the spiders. I noticed your comment is 5 years old, hope youre doing better now. ❤ Thanks for sharing.

[@saraholland6540]

also, ive been an assistant teacher for years in the daycare setting, i know when something is off, mental health wise, or being on the spectrum... but since we arnt professionals in these fields we are not allowed to even suggest we think they may be struggling with "insert whatever it is" we can tell them the behaviors but from my experience the parents are either in denial or they just think its "normal" and they will grow out of it. but im a big believer in early intervention is so important.

[@Cinder1987]

Psychosis can be very scary for both the person experiencing it and anyone around them. I have a family member that has experienced this a few times and it’s a traumatic event getting them to the ER to be hospitalized.

[@kimberleybertrand6474]

We just went through with my favorite person in the world. Lord knows we are broken to see her like this. 😢😢😢

[@TripinHeidi]

I would just like to thank you for your superb videos on this channel. I have only just been diagnosed with BP Type 1. I was totally shocked. I’ve lost many friends & a few family members but a few have stuck with me & your channel not only helps me to understand my condition but my close family & friends. Thank you Robert. Gill

[@jawjagrrl]

Wow... had no idea the mood stabilizer I am using (lamictal) is an epilepsy drug as well. It has helped a lot, although I feel like all spend my time in a so-so emotional space. Neither extremely happy or unhappy. I can take things in stride more, but I miss the feeling of being really excited by anything

[@hollycline2427]

Me too It makes me flat

[@Omgitsbrooklynn.]

Me too I’ve been on lamictal since 2010 and I’ve come off of it sporadically a few times here and there over the past 5 years because I get flat too and can’t get really happy. Feel a lot of times like it’s a double edged sword and most people can’t understand why a lot of us will come off our meds or take smaller doses sometimes, well it’s like would they want to loose part of themselves!?

[@karimaogden3875]

All mood stabilizers (except for Lithium) are anticonvulsants that are used off-label to treat Bipolar Disorder.

[@jawjagrrl]

@@karimaogden3875 good thing it's not hydroxychloroquine, or off label use would be suddenly out of the question. About 20% of Rx are off label.

[@notorri]

I think that's just being human. I don't know any mentally healthy person above the age of 12 who feels much excitement or for very long periods of time.

[@GabrielaSilva-fn6ih]

Everything makes senses now to me! I was denying my diagnosis until this video. NOW I see. Thank you for your job here! We really need you!

[@PolarWarriors]

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

[@AwesomeMom1234]

Thank you. My child was just diagnosed, and your explanations are helping a great deal. I love the way you reduce the stigma of hospitalization, and prepare us for what to expect.

[@colleenburt5757]

Great topic! I learned alot and I’m 67. Having a psychotic episode is terrifying. So important to surround yourself with knowledgeable friends! Thank you!

[@tulpamedia]

I was diagnosed bipolar 1 with psychotic features and I really appreciate you talking about bipolar psychosis on your channel and destigmatizing it. Psychosis is a pretty big part of my illness and I experience mood-incongruent psychosis in both depressive and manic episodes, but I also experience some positive symptoms of psychosis when I'm stressed or under pressure in between mood episodes. I fall just short of meeting the criteria for schizoaffective disorder, so the most appropriate diagnosis is Bipolar 1 disorder with psychotic features according to my doctor. The stigma around both bipolar disorder and psychosis is really awful even when compared to a lot of other serious mental illnesses in the DSM. Some adults out there are genuinely are about as educated as a brick when it comes to specifically bipolar, schizophrenia, and psychosis or even mania in general. This is why I dread it when I have to tell someone new about the psychotic symptoms I experience regularly for whatever reason. I have gotten some interesting and even some flat-out comedic responses from someone that I have just opened up to about what I am struggling with. My personal all time favorite response was when I felt comfortable to open up to this new person about my symptoms and this mf looks at me like hes the one who is hallucinating and he says, "How are you allowed out?" in a fully serious tone. Turns out, my guy thought that people with hallucinations or even illusions of any degree just like, automatically have to live at the hospital like its the 50's or some shit. That was the hardest I had laughed in a while at that point. I also have a lot of great friends that I know have my back and don't judge at all, so there are definitely still a lot of great people out there that are non-judgemental and wont generalize. Its not all bad out there!

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon if you are interested. He also posts more personal information about his day to day struggles like his recent hospital stay. All patrons can contact him directly by private message and he frequently offers free phone calls!!! If you decide to join, you can mention my name and he will give you a free call. Another Patreon exclusive is Rob hosting and moderating weekly support groups on discord! We have many family and friends take part. Take gentle care! 🙏 Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@Weedybiscuit420]

I use to hate my label. I have schizophrenic with Bipolar1. It was hard on me for years to admit it. I would refuse to admit that I had because of the wrap that goes with it. It wasn’t until I blacked out And burned down my school’s gym when I was 17. I learned when I was 14 after a suicide attempt i know deal with PNES. I now try to educate myself and others in my life. I would highly suggest the book The 4 Agreements. Wonderful book and workbook. I now am healing myself naturally. And it is truly working. I am still in therapy. I am heading my gut. Your gut plays a HUGE part in mental illness. I would highly suggest the TED Talk that talks about that.

[@kathleencook6939]

I don't suffer from Bi Polar, but do suffer from clinical depression, and find this subject interesting, I learn a lot from your videos, thank you for enlightening us, keep up the good work

[@BrokenSofa]

This channel is very intresting. Grew up with separated parents and a father with bipolar type 2. It brings back a lot of memories I never understood as a kid but now having this channel to give sort of an inside look provides a foundation for these unprocessed memories. Thank you for providing it man

[@PolarWarriors]

I'm so glad you found Rob's channel and that it's been helpful for you with memories you hadn't processed before. Thanks for subscribing! :) -Rachel (Polar Warriors team member)

[@yehyeh5066]

I've been going through a lot of paranoia of late. It's a terrible feeling.... Not the grandiose ones where I think people are looking at me saying how great I am but more the genuine I think they are actually laughing at me or trying to find out info by/ when asking me questions.

[@michaelb7524]

I was diagnosed with Bipolar 10 years ago when I was 35. After being treated for depression for 20 years my behaviour and physcosis eventually got me hospitalised. It still took about 2 years for a diagnosis because they thought I had schizophrenia first. I go through periods of extreme physcosis and have seen and heard some really strange stuff. I think the strangest was when I saw a vortex in my living room that lead to heaven and an old lady was stood in it telling me to join her. I heard voices from my dead relatives speaking through the vortex and I'm sure I was dead for a while. No surprise I ended up in hospital again for a couple of months but that episode still haunts me and I get extremely paranoid just thinking about it.

[@andrevandeventer3041]

This is so weird. My last post on my fb page was about psychosis I had one evening after taking my sleep meds (chlonazopam). I didnt see this video till now but it makes me understand my bipolar better and I am studying it to understand it. Thank you for these videos. I will be reposting it on my page.

[@marlonalvarez4898]

It's fucken crazy... It's torture...its exhausting....wtffff it's going on in my head????? ...mayday mayday. ..!!!

[@salmon82]

This is my first time to watch about bipolar. Thank you very much. My heart is full. ❤️

[@PolarWarriors]

I'm so glad you found us Lalaine! Welcome!

[@tamarafaurot]

Now I understand what happened to me a few years ago! Thank you. It’s a pleasure listening to your speaking style.

[@melanieperry4721]

This last period of psychosis lasted about four months. I finally feel like myself again. My brain is quiet again and there are no voices.

[@mydogdiditnoti6411]

Thank you for the above! So true!!! Please go on 60 minutes and set Americans straight on this....Being a 52 year old female and go thru crazy perimenopause with this bipolar disorder with anxiety. Seriously it sucks! I got up at 4 am like my mind was horrible. Ended up in E.R. but I went back home that morning. This was a few weeks ago. I had no stressors around me to trigger it except I'm thinking hormonal imbalance.

[@Omgitsbrooklynn.]

Thank u so much for your videos. I’ve been living with this horrible mental illness for 17 years and I was misdiagnosed twice before finally getting the correct diagnosis and treatment. I myself also in the past self medicated for years, lost friends and jobs and been hospitalized several times. For years I had no one who understood and constantly had to deal with negative horrible toxic people. I was blessed with my soulmate in 2015 and he helps me so much and has also been educating himself on the disorder as well as watching your videos too. It makes a huge difference when u have someone sharing your life with u who accepts us and loves us unconditionally even at times when we a very hard to deal with. Thank u so much for the videos they have truly been helping me and also for others of us who suffer so greatly. It’s so awesome to know we are not alone and someone cares.

[@PolarWarriors]

Awwwe thank you so much for sharing your story and the really kind words. I'm so glad the videos have helped. 🙏🌞🌞🌞 - Rob For additional content consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@warriorstyles3139]

I diagnosed myself and then went and got diagnosed by a Dr and also got a second opinion.

[@madisonanderson9211]

went through 12 years with my father through undiagnosed bipolar with psychotic features . no doctor or psychologist could tell us what he had until this year. extremely tough illness to watch and grow up with. thank you

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Madison, must have been hard to go through that with your father. I'm glad they finally figured out what was going on. I hope he's getting the help he needs now. Best wishes to you both

[@lupegaehring2362]

My best friend moved away...and he calls me with strange illusions with spirits talking to him or through him, and he's obsesssed with trying to get people to truly believe in him, and that he's a medium, he thinks that bad spirits cause bad things to happen , for example: he had a flood in his apartment, and he had made a mess, and that these spirits did it to upset him...if you disagree with him, he gets very defensive... He believes he's a Medium, and that he's going to teach people about spirits.. He's gonna kinda kookoo. And he's worse when he's on drugs.. I'm afraid he's losing his mind😕

[@joncook5535]

I love how this man clarifies that people straight away will have a go to answer when something serious happens and talks about how there's a lot of misconceptions around mental illness and how certain terms are used. It also makes me really angry to see how people will straight away throw out terms like psychotic in a derogatory way without first doing their research.

[@AllDayBlazer89]

I just found this guy today, Im type 2 recovering from and overdose, just over a week ago, much love to the bi polar rollers We Are all Super heros This is our super power, I hate being bi polar it's awesome !!!! i lost my job im in and out of work im spontaneous exsplosive iradic super hypo and emo hater self destructive depressive, i have a new doctor to see monday its friday seems so far away, cant keep a job embarresed im aint got my shit together turn 30 in four months, *steers into space*, my 20z have been a mess want so bad to get my shit together, god damn!

[@shannonlee6059]

AllDayBlazer89 agree. I wish I had the help in my 20s so I didn’t get bad. Completely misunderstood with what bipolar actually was and is

[@PolarWarriors]

AllDayBlazer89 A very warm welcome to the channel. You are definitely not alone here and stop by anytime :-)

[@AllDayBlazer89]

thank you so much rob, you truly have made the word that much of a better place, the struggle is real, as you i and all of know all to well, the balance of diet and life style you speak about has enlightened me, i will continue to watch and learn more about myself thank you for the words of wisdom, thank you so much mad respect man! =]

[@bubzilla6137]

You're not alone, my friend. I'm 36 and still can't maintain a job. In addition, I recently had my first major psychotic episode. I struggle to describe it, but it's kind of like I was watching everything from outside my body. I have been seeing hallucinations since the episode as well. It's tough to function sometimes. I am fortunate enough to have a supportive network of friends and family who have taken the time to learn more about bipolar and so are more helpful when I'm manic, depressed, etc. Just know there is help. It's just a matter of finding the right combination of meds, diet, exercise, and other coping strategies. There is light at the end of the tunnel for everyone, it's just that our tunnel has more dangers and obstacles to overcome. As far as the OD, I've been there too. No memory of the OD itself, but I remember waking up in the hospital. They said if my friends dropped me off like 10 minutes later, I probably wouldn't have made it. I've also cut myself, held a 9mm to my head and years later a shotgun too. I've been down just about every road bipolar can lead, and I'm still here. Take comfort in knowing it can be done. I wish you well, and feel free to chat with me anytime! ☺️☺️☺️

[@AllDayBlazer89]

cheers man!! yeah i still struggle with shame, don't really remember the o.d either few after were pretty foggy to couple random flickers, of what seem to be flash backs, thanks for the kind words and support Bub Zilla , means alot yeah need to get back into the gym excercise get myself on the right balance of meds have been pretty unpredictable in how i am reacting to things lost 99 % of my friends but hey im alive and no ones been hurt, here to the future a balanced and successful life much love mad respect, to us all The Struggle Is Real, also R.I.P Mac Miller damn

[@emeqkamil5016]

I'm in the mixed state right now. Im so tired of this, i have so much duties on my head and i take new meds. Sometimes i feel so alone and that i have totally lost my mind. But i feel grateful for those vids, they give a little hope. Thanks, Man

[@MeleenGames]

I feel like I still deep down believe my delusions. I've never been able to tell my psychologist about them. I have been stuck in the reasons it's most likely true. My entire life I've had events that would explain it. When I tell people they agree with me which makes it worse.

[@iaprofessional7986]

Ugg same. The delusions from my psychosis still seep into my mind and I believe they are there in my subconscious. I recognize they are delusions but I have to constantly argue with myself to combat them, and I wonder if it’s effective or not. It’s very confusing. I hope I never meet anyone or group that validates the delusions.

[@evajones9753]

My dad is the same way

[@iaprofessional7986]

Hey just an update but my delusions have been decreasing in intensity! It’s been almost five months since my episode. They may come back but they’re less severe right now and I don’t think they’ll become more intense with time. I’m feeling more and more like myself everyday. I’m wondering how you’re doing?

[@andrewtang4195]

Same. This unlikely plot to 'get me' and some friends being lovers behind my back isnt off my mind completely

[@SherryMarion]

When I'm in manic psychosis I think I'm the bride of Christ. And every song on the radio is especially for me.

[@aliwhearty12]

Thank you for this video. I suffered an episode of bipolar psychosis recently. Tapered off my meds, then lost it. I was hospitalized for 10 days. Still struggling with recovery, 9 weeks later. Hope this never happens to me again.

[@anniejayy9559]

This is by far the best video I've seen! 🤯 It explains so much of what I've been going thru! I'm BP 1 and have audio and visual hallucinations. I've had them and other BP symptoms since childhood, but no one picked up on it. I'm hard to treat bc I fall in the "rare category" and some hallucinations are related to my mood while others are not. Having an INFJ personality and being an idealist doesn't help 😕 It's a lot to deal with, especially for my family. Somehow we keep it together.

[@amandatschoepe9634]

Great video! I been diagnosed with bipolar disorder 1 with severe psychosis.. I have had audio, visual abd smelling hallucinations all my life.. My mom always thought it was me just being able to see "ghost" or "spirits".. Now I'm finally getting help I've needed.

[@tomcleverley18]

Robert, thank you for another great video 🙂. The more we and our loved ones can learn about our illness and it's symptoms and triggers the better off we'll be. If you or a loved one are having these issues, then please go to the Doctor or care facility. It is better to go voluntarily. I've been on meds since 2010. It took me 3 to 4 weeks to realize that I had a problem back then, but when I did I made the appointment and practically begged my wife to come with me. She has gladly come to every BP visit since. Even if you are feeling unloved, there is certainly someone who loves you and wants to see you get well again. JESUS loves you even if you "feel" like no else does. Please take care and GOD be with you

[@makenziedoucette5029]

i learned about this channel while in the hospital last month. since getting out i’ve stuck to watching your videos. i spent 7 or more years misdiagnosed and put on medication that made my symptoms worse. which is a big thing that led me into my hospitalization. it’s brought so much light to my diagnosis and i’m able to understand myself better. thank you.

[@MsDemon66]

Oh, another thing about ect is I lost a lot of memory and now I'm having days I totally forget like they never happened. It can be good at times, like if I get upset with someone I just wait a little bit and forget what I was mad about. Sometimes you just have to find the humor or the good side to terrible things

[@forthewinberly]

Thank you for this video. My husband was being treated for depression but now has anosognosia and is manic with psychosis right now. This gives me a lot of information I need. His break into psychosis started with him saying he didn't believe in Harvard medical research and that I was breaking his first amendment rights by withholding stimulants he willingly gave me a few days earlier, and now he believes that I'm financially and emotionally abusive and is living downtown and doing very stupid things. But I can't get him in the hospital no matter what I'm doing right now. What goes up must come down though... 💜

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi, Rob offers one on one support on Patreon if you are interested. He also posts more personal information about his day to day struggles. All patrons can contact him directly by private message and he frequently offers free phone calls!!! If you decide to join, you can mention my name and he will give you a free call. Another Patreon exclusive is Rob hosting and moderating weekly support groups on discord! We have many family and friends take part. Take gentle care! 🙏 Sometimes we all need someone to talk to: www.crisistextline.org/ teenlineonline.org/talk-now/ Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member (H)old (O)n (P)ain (E)nds www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@AlexDogwalker1234]

My wife just escaped back to Syria during a psychotic episode because she stopped trusting me even though our marriage was perfectly loving. I feel you.

[@paula0shea]

thank you for being real about this stuff - I was feeling bad enough to take all my tabs today. somehow listening to you - thank you

[@Numziih]

So happy I found this channel! Had my first manic psychotic episode last summer and was hospitalized for almost two months. Don't even know the extent of the medications I was given, had blackouts, and also went through 9 ECT treatments. Went back to uni a month later with three extra exams due that I had missed. Luckily I got through it, but man, it has been tough to adjust. Was hospitalized again for a week two months ago as a preventative measure to stabilize my sleep. I just got off antipsychotic medication now and hoping for the best. It's such a process, but it helps to keep educating myself and my family about the signs, symptoms and holistic approach to treatment.

[@SeldonLien]

I have a collection of psychosis in my life that would freak out anybody "normal". When I had to put myself into the closet or go under my desk to feel safe XD.

[@gabrielegergen7580]

Bro your more informed then all the doctors I’ve met

[@kmc4k]

You are an amazing teacher! So articulate! God bless you! I’m learning a lot and love it!

[@PolarWarriors]

Thank you for your kind words! 🙏 - Rob For additional content and more direct contact consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/PolarWarriors

[@lisaspires4397]

My 20 year old son was diagnosed with Bipolar disorder Thank you so much I learned so much in this one video. I will check out all your videos You were so helpful

[@dominoespizza1756]

There has been times when I can't tell the difference between reality and what ever else it was

[@HairdresserOrActor]

I never had a schizophrenic episode in my life until some guy bought me a drink and hours later I started seeing things and could not sleep, I would see scary looking things in walls like demons and in people.. when I would scratch my arm the feeling would be delayed and wouldn't show up until seconds later and when people would talk the words would be delayed with their mouths. The tv would also talk to me and this was literally after I had a drink from some stranger. ( first time it wasn’t even alcohol it was a regular drink ) This “episode“happened for months until my parents realized they couldn’t do anything. I called the police the same night and they tested my blood for drugs and said nothing was found in my system, I was just paranoid. Then, eventually I had to go to the mental hospital because I couldn't sleep for months even when I tried to. This happened in 2018, no schizophrenics in my family or nothing. Now in 2020 back in June the same thing happened some guy bought me a drink , my friend drank out of it as well and nothing happened to her ( I swear I had felt a pill ) and I had another episode and had to go to the mental institution because I wasn't in my right mind, seeing and hearing things. They said I had psychosis and schizophrenia, is it my mind playing tricks on me making me think they did something to my drink or am I actually schizophrenic because I never experienced this ever, the first time it happened I was 19. Now I am 22.

[@sarahw.7668]

I saw an RN for a sinus infection once, and she asked me why I'm taking my meds. When I told her bipolar disorder, she asked me if I was suicidal or HOMICIDAL. I incredulously said no to both. It was upsetting to be asked that.

[@PolarWarriors]

Wow that's really horrible! I wonder what happened to make her such a negative person, it's sad. I have a form of anxiety and OCD where I self harm. I've had nurses and random people think I am a meth user. There is so much stigma out there. Dianna Polar Warriors Team Member Rob: I really need your help to keep a good thing going here... PLEASE consider supporting Polar Warriors work on Patreon. Even just $1 a month makes a huge difference. Thank you so much

[@renostubbs8504]

This was an extremely important video man, I have learned so.much in a short space of time

[@PolarWarriors]

I'm so glad! 🙏

[@danarowe3969]

I'm bipolar all of the above l realized that isolation is not healthy I live alone going to the gym shopping going out to eat walking socializing interacting with people definitely helps Dana Rowe

[@aasmshsohbat1873]

I'm scared of going to the gym as I worry about triggering a manic episode. How do you manage this?

[@mamaofthree8585]

I really appreciate all your videos. I know I'm late to the party with this episode but it's still helpful! I've suffered from psychosis while severely depressed. It was postpartum psychosis. I didn't believe my baby was mine. I believed I was a babysitter and her parents abandoned her. Slowly over the following months that dissipated. Then I was left with postpartum depression. I fought it all alone until after my daughter's 3rd birthday. Now she's 6, I've since had a second child and I've been diagnosed as bipolar 2. Truthfully, I have no idea how I survived without intervention for as long as I did. I'm so thankful for the diagnosis, your videos and finding the proper medications. All three of those things have impacted my life, in a good way!

[@PolarWarriors]

That sounds like such a scary situation!! I'm sorry you went through so much after having your first child. I'm glad you were finally diagnosed and able to start treatment. I hope you continue to find help through Rob's videos and your treatment plan. -Rachel (Polar Warriors Team Member)

[@elizabethsigler9206]

I really think my father has some form of psychosis. He really is in his own world.

[@kurtmorrison4681]

I honestly wish i had such an honest guide ten years ago. I figured it out the hard way and of course still have my moments. You are doing great work.

[@PolarWarriors]

Thank you for watching and subscribing Kurt!!

[@ryangreen1588]

Thanks Rob, great content as always. I'm bipolar 2 and have experienced psychosis and delusional episodes in hypomanic states, often with ocd also. I tend to think that sub conscious triggers from past trauma are often the driving factor for our mood instability (not always). Our self worth and how we view ourselves in relation to our environment will have us judging and comparing, if we are in a period of self loathing we are likely to cycle through states rapidly. The emotional dysregulation from childhood ptsd is so ingrained that we may settle with our bipolar diagnosis and say we just have a "mental illness" rather than really dig deep to identify what beliefs influence our mood. Just some thoughts.....

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi Ryan, thanks for sharing some of your thoughts with us. If you're diagnosed with Bipolar type 2 but experience psychosis you may want to get another evaluation or a least discuss with your doctor because psychosis doesn't happen with type 2, it is typically seen in type 1, usually during a full blown manic episode although it can happen when depressed. I'm not a doctor so I can't diagnose you but you may want to speak to your doctor because that is something I have learned in my own research of bipolar disorder. Psychosis is one of the distinguishing factors between type 1 and type 2 although not everyone with type 1 necessarily has psychosis. All the best to you!-Rachel (Polar Warriors Team Member)

[@daniellejones1460]

When I experience psychosis, I can’t be stabilized outside of the controlled environment of a hospital. When I started compiling with treatment , I stayed out of the hospital for 15 years straight. I went off my meds to try alternative treatments and I ended up in the hospital. I had a hell of a run though! I won’t be going off my meds again.

[@agborebotpascalinearrah5994]

We can't live without our meds oooh I once did same. For about two years.

[@agborebotpascalinearrah5994]

We can't live without our meds oooh I once did same. For about two years.

[@daniellejones1460]

So true

[@aasmshsohbat1873]

Meds are my life line

[@m.i.t.h.]

The ripples from a psychotic episode are what really sucked for me. It took over a year with heavy meds to return to a semi-normal state. After that first episode of psychosis though, I've never felt quite the same. Half of the time I felt like the world isn't real (solipsism) and the other half as if I was the one that didn't exist (almost like I had died in the episode and was not yet aware).That and the temporary memory loss from dissociation can be quite distressing at first too. A lot of awful symptoms, but for me dissociation was the worst. As you said, that was my one symptom that seemed to hang around. The hard part about all of this is definitely talking about it. You wind up feeling self-centered bringing up symptoms, you may feel guilty or burdensome for talking about them, or you don't realize something is a symptom or worth mentioning until years of suffering later. If anyone wants to chat about their experience let me know, I'm all ears.

[@yogilune]

I can relate to this. It’s such a scary yet odd feeling to think things aren’t real or to think that there’s some going on that you haven’t yet realized. It’s kind of like being in the Truman show. I hope you are healing and getting through it.

[@Ardent91]

Finally someone speaks of people who have very very very few depressive episodes. I stay manic hard to find personal info . Thanks.

[@grobanitepatsfan]

Thank you for another informative video, Rob

[@nanisehwani8582]

This IS THE BEST VIDEO I HAVE found so far you speak so well , you explain everything so clearly you should get an award for the work you do to EDUCATE people about psychosis ! You are really a very special person thank you thank you very MUCH

[@luisalberto7573]

I was diagnosed in 2007 and it’s been really difficult to manage my manic episodes , Bipolar is really hard to deal with especially type 1 which is what I have

[@jeanne819]

I am watching your important video years later in 2024. My daughter married a year ago someone she had been with almost 10 years. He was diagnosed with manic depression, ADHD, bipolar as a kid and stopped taking meds many years ago as poor reaction. We took a family trip to celebrate son graduation from radiology fellowship and went to Croatia which was a big deal (we live in NY). The husband of daughter started yelling hallucinating in the middle of the night in a huge house we were renting. He was calling my daughter my son's name, believed cameras were spying on him and we were all against him. It was horrifying beyond. My son had food poisoning and this guy rolled up and down on marble steps calling his name and went into bathroom when son sick and got in his face with a blank stare. Also was telling daughter (calling her my son's name) that he cheated on her with a stripper at his bachelor party and paid her $3K and also had a physical attraction to my daughter in law..... it was horrifying --- we lined up a hospital in Croatia and I drove a car 3 hours in pounding rains (my son in law had rented the car so I should not have been driving it) over mountains as son in law in backseat, yelling, crying saying horrible things to daughter --- arrive hospital son in law fell out of car on ground 3 times police removed him and he went into psychiatric area with shackles on arms and legs for a couple of days and put on heavy meds. He was able to leave Croatia and return to NY on the plane and was ok as heavily medicated. He is now in NYC with psychiatrist and on meds and daughter is dealing with so much and said she will stay with him and help him but it will be a very long road. I can't imagine them having kids he has much anger and still in denial and doesn't recognize his problem.

[@stevestarr6395]

Thank you Robert for this educational and important video that should be shared on mainstream media or maybe even televised. You revealed so many of the misconceptions people have of mental illness that should be taught to the public!

[@normacardello3717]

My manic episodes were awful having out of body symptoms I think cause of the emotional pain was so hard to deal with. The psychosis when it resulted from extreme mania was really scary but my parents got me into the hospital where I had a talented doctor who was really good with meds. I after the hospital stay was able to get out and enjoy my life and my family. It’s really hard but I was lucky to be in a loving family who knew me well enough to get me the help

[@tziuriky86]

Thanks for another great video. Just in the past few days I was thinking that I don't know much about psychosis, but your video fixed that :)

[@dreamznaspiratons7064]

.i'm glad I found you. thank you. you saved my life. I'm helping someone I love

[@lurkieee]

I suddenly get this feeling right in the middle of my brain sometimes, and in that moment I can feel my mood completely shifting and in those few seconds my whole day is just spacing out, hallucinating, mixed with a very dull depression that’s just lingering enough to make itself known. it’s very uncomfortable and idk how else to explain it, i wish there was a way to stop that

[@PolarWarriors]

Hi there! You really should reach out and tell someone like your doctor or a support worker. It really could be that a med change or adjustment is needed. Just like if your leg hurt you would get it checked out. The fact you can feel this coming on shows a real talent for self awareness! Take care.🙏 Dianna Polar Warrior Team Member Rob: I really need your help to keep a good thing going here... PLEASE consider supporting Polar Warriors work on Patreon. Even just $1 a month makes a huge difference. Thank you so much

[@lurkieee]

Polar Warriors thank you for your response and i have an appointment next monday, i will be bringing this up!

[@Nadiaaabdela]

This video is awesome! SO accurate and informational. Just had a family member go through this and could not be more true. Thank you for creating these type of resources!

[@PolarWarriors]

You are so welcome! 🙏