What is bipolar disorder? - Helen M. Farrell

[@NathyIsabella]

I've never seen so abstract images make so much sense

[@ATERAH]

Likes and no comments

[@piepachu2196]

Easier than honors geometry

[@warker6186]

so much beautiful doesn't it

[@mehdibekkar4916]

This is why Ted is so special . Combining animation with khowledge to make learning easier.

[@Jtronique]

I came here to say what you just said two years ago, amazing!

[@انكبلوتدروب]

I wish psychology was a subject in schools just like math science etc.., it’s very important for people to know more about mental health issues

[@rickastley885]

The Ink blot I believe mental illness falls more under psychiatry, not psychology

[@انكبلوتدروب]

Rick Astley oh ok, thank you for correcting me 👍🏾

[@riadel-karout9927]

​@@rickastley885 not true. psychologists also treat mental disorders with therapy. Psychiatrists are different because they can administer and prescribe drugs. Both are fields that study mental illness.

[@poxiepop6188]

we think we have psych as a subject but in some schools, it's after the 11th year, in our case we have it from the 9th year, we guess?

[@sir8923]

Some schools actually do teach psychology... Some entire school boards give u a choice to learn it

[@Jessica-ec3ic]

My sister is bipolar. I once visited her apartment during one of her manic episodes. I walked in the door and there were hundreds of shopping bags full of stuff. She had gone out and maxed out all of her credit cards and then came home and didn't even look at any of the stuff she bought. She hadn't slept in days and was talking a mile a minute. That was when I finally realized how serious bipolar disorder is.

[@fuckk-popandtiktok3388]

She needs to find a life partner to support her tbf

[@5tyyu]

My bro committed suicide..he was diagnosed as bipolar 😓

[@八ルシュ-z6v]

@@5tyyu im sorry for your loss i hope he is in a better place now.

[@chandel_rajputbundelkhand8490]

My friend commited suicide and he was bipolar for sure . In india there is no proper treatment and he was taking meds for depression....i also didn't knew about this i thought it was depression so i tried to help with all sort of depression releiving videos but when one of the famous actor sushant singh died i researched about this and told him but i suspected some of his symptoms mathcing with bipolar ...but doctors here had no idea finally on march 12 2021 he committed suicide. I saw him in a dream and was asking him that how he can be here when he is already dead ..he said it was all a joke ...i felt relieved. .but to wake up to reality it was disheartening.

[@5tyyu]

@@chandel_rajputbundelkhand8490 🙏🙏🙏😰

[@Russellmccoln]

Bipolar turns my emotions into a rollercoaster, unpredictable and exhausting.

[@muu1589]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder years ago, but psilocybin mushrooms transformed my life.

[@Agags-m6n]

I've been microdosing psilocybin for months, and my manic episodes decreased significantly.

[@Joe-bh7pf]

Golden teachers mushrooms alleviated my depression and anxiety. I feel more balanced

[@JagoSma-s3u]

How did it work for you? Was it the psychedelic experience?

[@Shepherd-n3b]

I microdosed (0.5g) for 30 days, then had a full-dose ceremony. It reset my brain.

[@DeyvsonMoutinhoCaliman]

I had a bipolar gf. During a maniac episode she lost all her friends, her job, her college, broke up with me, indebted herself, had psychosis, went to a clinic... Completely destroyed her life and she never recovered. People have no idea how serious is this disease, it can completely incapacitate a person.

[@lunapeters4593]

During a manic episode that lasted a month, I got kicked out of college, broke up with my boyfriend, and almost lost my best friend. It completely changed the direction of my life. I'm doing much better now, but I'm not back in college yet and I've had a hard time holding a job due to my rapidly fluctuating mental health.

[@kiraff7002]

and u were mute spectator to all this PITY

[@lonemaus562]

@@lunapeters4593 what did u do tho I don’t understand

[@akj3344]

@@kiraff7002 he isn't her parent. Why should he be responsible? Youd have done the same.

[@cadabrablanke2497]

She's also an ex

[@kayelle1741]

Cried my eyes out the first time my psychiatrist told me I had Bipolar Depression. It used to make me feel broken and unfixable. I love at the end of this video the narrator says" Remember Bipolar Disorder is a medical condition, not a person's fault." I view my diagnosis the same way I view the eyeglasses I wear on my face everyday, my medication and therapy help me to see my life clearly.

[@lordthanos6846]

Best of luck 👍👍

[@Noukz37]

Just be careful not to get dependent on medication too much, the easiest way to feel better about yourself, and to empower yourself is to exercise, sleep well, avoid alcohol and (addictive) drugs and most importantly surround yourself with people who accept you the way you are and can talk with you about anything without judgement!

[@kelsie6300]

@@Noukz37 medication is a completely valid thing to use to feel better, prescribed ofc

[@Noukz37]

@@kelsie6300 Sure, it just shouldn't be long term, like it usually is the case in the "western world".

[@kelsie6300]

@@Noukz37 why not? I've taken pills for a long time, and they really help my depression. If I dont take them my anxiety and depression are overwhelming and they help with it. They have no side effects for me and I really dont get the problem

[@anthonysoriano9999]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder during the beginning of my senior year of highschool. The summer prior to senior year is where I experienced the depressive side of bipolar disorder. I partied a lot during this time and used alcohol and weed to try and ease my pain but it did not help. I had recently lost my grandmother that summer and also totaled my car. It was the lowest point of my life and i came close to taking my life. I was prescribed anti-depressants when school started but it only made me feel numb and i was still having suicidal thoughts. I hated everything about my life and ignored my girlfriend and my family the entire month of September. I stayed in my room as much as i could to sleep because it was the only way i would feel relief from the pain. It got so bad i could barely speak. There would be so many thoughts racing in my mind but nothing would come out of my mouth as if was mute. Then one night in early October comes around and wow that is when everything changed. Something clicked in my brain and i was suddenly the most hyperactive kid in the world. I remember staying up that night blasting music and just singing my heart out Lol. The next day of school was awesome. I no longer felt any anxiety and was singing in the cafeteria with my bluetooth speaker Lol. During my english class i read a a couple pages of the book we were reading (Fahrenheit 451) and i swear i sounded like Eminem on Rap God haha. I felt so good and i thought i was cured from my depression because i thought that everything was finally clearing up for me. I was having conversations with everyone i saw and i remember being so talkative. (I was so happy i could speak again) after that i partied all weekend and had so much fun. The next week i was called to my guidance counsellors office just to update her on how i was feeling. My teachers and everyone noticed my mood switched so they let my guidance counsellor know. She calls my physician and lets my doctor know that i seem fine and that i was super happy, active and talkative. My doctor informs my counsellor to call my parents and bring me to emergency because i was having my manic episode. I was then admitted into a psyc-ward and was there for a while. I remember being the most talkative kid there and just having a good time with my nurses, caregivers and other patients. I was also very active and couldnt stop moving around just because i had so much energy. I was given lithium as a mood stabilizer and after a month i was released and was still able to graduate that year. It has been almost 3 years since then and i am so thankful for everyone who supported and took care of me during that time. My mom is also bipolar and it just gave me such a different perspective because i never understood her condition and how she felt. I love her so much, she is so strong and was a huge part of my recovery. Thanks for reading :) damn i wrote a lot Lol.

[@mamamomonorin8079]

Anthony Soriano wow

[@DietDrKelp-ty3fh]

Anthony Soriano I’m glad you’re feeling better :) Also that seems like A LOT to go through ;-;

[@arx48]

always take care !! 💞

[@victoriawhite4512]

this literally made me cry because my most recent manic episode started off by me staying up all night for days and just blasting music and dancing for literally hours like i have so many videos of me like screaming lyrics and dancing and it’s like scary watching back lol so when i read that you did exactly the same thing i just feel like validated idk so thank you

[@juliakim5825]

there’s nothing like sitting there with your mind going on like a racehorse but hands clamped around your throat. glad u are happy and well brother

[@loganallen2225]

Bipolar disorder has been a challenging journey, but the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin mushrooms have been transformative, with other psychedelics like DMT and LSD also playing a key role in my healing and personal growth.

[@alanbaker6311]

Psilocybin mushrooms, DMT, and LSD have played a crucial role in my mental health recovery. After being diagnosed with severe depression and other mental health challenges, a friend recommended Golden Teacher mushrooms for spiritual and mental rejuvenation. l've experienced remarkable well-being for the past four years.

[@ronaldcollins2111]

Hey, can someone point me to a source? I've been battling severe anxiety, panic attacks, and depression.

[@paulwilson1727]

doctorcyruss is your guy, really good with anything psychedelics, and the most knowledgeable that I know.

[@aubreylewis1682]

He’s on Telgram?

[@paulwilson1727]

Yes and TikTok, highly recommended for his expertise and services.

[@1snivy10]

The music combined with the visuals is actually terrifying.

[@Ivy-og5xd]

Creepy af

[@josuepalomares6820]

Nah it seems cool

[@purpledmoonchild4888]

I'm not the only one thank god but I could be scared a bit because of watching this at nighttime...

[@jessbee6527]

Hehe the music made me uncomfortable

[@youbabeyouyou2408]

A Heracross i found it relaxing 😂😂

[@Mark-nh4od]

Moral of the story: The word "bipolar" is not just used as a *social media bio.*

[@welovemusic8542]

Nor as a meme

[@kayeratonin]

That got me bro hahaha.

[@rthomas42069]

i certaintl'y would'nt display it as a badge

[@nishthedr]

Lol

[@b.l.8755]

Well that's a pretty shallow and specific way to see this knowledge applied to your life

[@ShePudding]

I love how animation ties so perfectly into what he's saying, abstract as it is. It really helps to make this complex topic more approachable, especially for a visual learner like myself. Heheh, pretty too.

[@alexandrapanzer9745]

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[@ChrisPPotatoIDC]

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[@LuiKang043]

ShePudding I especially loved the part where he moved on from the lack of neural pruning to the symptoms including hallucinations and paranoia, whilst showing that trippy optical illusion. Excellent animation. 👏

[@Devenation7]

ShePudding worded so perfectly puddin'

[@festernassociates]

i was medicated for years, i am now med free... 100% drug free... I don't smoke, and i'm financially stable with a stable living environment. it could have been so much easier than what i went through. I am willing to offer my insight for anyone who wants to understand it better

[@mario_vdls]

My aunt is 43, shes bipolar, she made some radical decision that left her on the streets with nothing to her name, my whole family went silent, not a peep from anyone, my mom, sister, and I took it upon ourselves to give her a second shot at life, as of now we found her a place to stay and good medication, its really important for them to know that they have someone, even if they’re not your blood, be there.

[@weirdasheechul]

You and your family are amazing for doing that. I really hope she will find more balance and stabilization in life and everything will work out for you, I for sure know that she'll be grateful for life, and I bet she knows how lucky she is to have you.

[@wayneconn1079]

Bless you my friend well done

[@FrancistheBrave]

Sorry to read that. But I'm glad this story had a happy ending that you and your sister helped your aunt 🙏🏿

[@PossessionofChrist77]

Thank you for what you did for ur aunt. May God bless you and ur aunty feel happy and at peace always. ❤️

[@shepearl8782]

May I ask how did you know that she was bipolar i mean like what were the symptoms first?? I don't understand the diagnosis process 😅

[@katrinaretuya]

This also goes for OCD too. I really don't like it when people describe themselves as OCD without knowing what they undergo through. It's not that simple...

[@blackberry8615]

Katrina Retuya omgg ikr this guy in my class would always say "oh I have bipolar/OCD and I can be normal" it was so cringey

[@n_u001]

im bipolar asf 😪

[@TehApolloEleven]

I have OCD but I’m not bipolar. It takes up hours of my day so it’s annoying to hear people say they have OCD. People seem to say that a lot.

[@cammij7595]

It is rude how casually say I'm so ocd. My wife's ocd is crippling if she doesn't conform to it she will have a panic attack which if not stopped will hyperventilate and pass out.

[@lilyannelise]

I know right! I was on some video and someone commented “I’m so ocd with this” like what is that even supposed to mean?

[@burningdonut8194]

I think the word bipolar is thrown around thoughtlessly too much, defining our sudden change in emotions

[@jaychellecalumpong8758]

burningdonut agreed

[@chocolizard678]

Same with OCD as slang for being overly tidy or organized

[@pinkline007]

Same with ocd and depression it’s tiring to hear people use these words inappropriately

[@mikedvs3268]

Is there a link between bi polar and infj and infp types..i wonder..

[@katrinarivera8996]

Mike dvs is this just u asking it or have u read on about this before? Curious to know too

[@loganespinor5428]

I have a girlfriend with bipolar disorder, and I use this video regularly along with others to educate myself on the medical condition, so that I can use the proper words and emotions to help her whenever she has manic episodes. Even though I myself have autism, and finding the right words to say is difficult, I believe educating myself on bipolar disorder may be the step in the right direction. Thank you so much for this video.

[@MovieMaker320]

You have a good heart

[@mandodw2341]

Carefully, he’s a hero!

[@DaintyAbby]

You’re a hero

[@kingcoachsosa7021]

SIMP

[@emikabrekker]

could you give more recommendations if you find? on how to help and deal with it properly, i don't have any idea how it goes

[@lizzz.chrisss]

I am a 16 year old girl with bipolar disorder. I’ve been dealing with this since I was 10, but wasn’t properly medicated until a year ago. Everyday I wake up praying that nothing triggers a depressive or manic episode. This video has definitely made me feel better about who I am and why I shouldn’t give up on myself. My parents are still trying to process that I have this disorder and really does try to help me out but sometimes ends up saying the wrong things which cause me to go into a depressive episode. Although it is hard, I hope to find a person that I can completely let down my guard with and tell them about my disorder. Every time I try to open up to one of my friends, I immediately get judged and they look at me as if I’m a psycho. It really hurts me deeply. I have been hospitalized for months at a time because of how bad my depressive/manic episodes were. I’ve missed just about a whole semester a school but thankfully caught up with the help of my wonderful and caring teachers. I now find myself graduating a year early and heading off to college to become a news reporter. Yes, it takes dedication to cope and find ways to deal with these difficult emotions, but in the long run, everything will be okay.

[@ZezFilmsGH]

Same here, I'm mostly trying to prevent being soo depressed or crazy all the time and I can't even tell my bestfriend cause it'll seem soo weird.

[@gutsss2967]

can we talk? i am with bi polar disorder..

[@tigibucaro1368]

not sure if you’ll see this but I’m 27 and I have OCD. I was diagnosed at a very young age as well. you are SO young, and i know it seems like life is impossible to get through right now, but your family and friends are learning about your disorder and how you operate right alongside you. bipolar or not, some people may leave, but the ones that matter will stay, and someday your life will finally feel like it’s in cruise control 😂 just hang in there bc it gets better - much better - and you’ll finally appreciate the perspectives that your experiences have given you.

[@toxicgoku9713]

Just be normal

[@euu2337]

I get you. I’m 15, so we’re two years apart but still pretty close. It’s hard and when I have a day where I don’t think about dying is already a big deal. Sending love❤

[@musicalintentions]

Kudos to the animator. This is brilliant.

[@floramansueto1077]

musicalintentions bepolar its mean mental health

[@krhodes02]

I know right!

[@princesshuxian3559]

What's kudos?

[@jamesthomas7454]

Kozak Ghost team it means great job

[@---xv1ur]

@@princesshuxian3559 www.dumpert.nl

[@MrTheAmjah]

The animation is pretty fucking good.

[@xylaalballeine3753]

Fried Music the secret machines

[@tytiffany8799]

Fried Music I agree

[@moonbeeps]

Owen gent is a very briliant illustrator

[@ms.woodard8714]

Fried Music thank you

[@afriend9428]

*I know left*

[@isabelleburdge4308]

I have bipolar disorder. This was a great video. Edit: I was diagnosed by a DOCTOR. Don't call yourself bipolar if you don't actually have it.

[@yukadiangelo]

Internet doctor?

[@domson4158]

No proof tho

[@samantha4355]

Yeetus Defeetus aren’t psychologists doctors

[@samantha4355]

Yeetus Defeetus yeah they have a PHD so they are doctors even though they don’t have a MD

[@mariamtsivtsivadze3013]

@@domson4158 bro what kinda proof u want ??? wtfs wrong w yall

[@Mcdogmom288]

I was having so much suicidal thoughts 10 years ago as a teenage, also suffered severe anxiety and mental disorder. I got diagnosed with bipolar, spent my whole life fighting bipolar. Not until my husband recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment changed my life for better. I can proudly say i'm totally clean for 6 years and still counting. Always look to nature for solution to tough problems, Shrooms are phenomenal.

[@Micnesia-c1l]

I love hearing great life changing stories like this. I want to become a mycologist because honestly mushrooms are the best form of medicine (most especially the psychedelic ones) There are so many people today used magic mushrooms to ween off of SSRI medication- its amazing! Years back i wrote an entire essay about psychedelics. they saved you from death buddy, lets be honest here.

[@Morrisbraga-jm9lc]

Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏

[@CathieGomez-mp8sk]

Yes sure of mycologist Pedroshrooms. I have the same experience with anxiety, addiction. Mushrooms did a total reset for me.

[@canerbakar-jv2si]

I'm so very happy for you mate, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.

[@Owemruther-hk4zn]

Can I reach this dude through Google?

[@AldoOjeda]

That's why people shouldn't lightly say that they are bipolar. Also, great animation!

[@vulfura]

*I M B I P O L A R*

[@Kiule2]

SanQuiSau no your no (maybe he is we don't know.)

[@dollface6104]

im bipolar

[@FlipnoteShinyEevee]

Matthew Baker shut up

[@sweetsoul3169]

I think im bipolar because i have like all of these symptoms.

[@ayo2064]

It's amazing how a few simple shapes and hues can synergise to explain so much. The creative in me is buzzing. Kudos to the educator and the animator for this video!

[@alexandrapanzer9745]

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[@marymagdalene3659]

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[@nogxx95]

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[@miishaa]

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[@anastasiaramazzotti7323]

Jeryll Lee if you are a little into liguistics, you should look up semiology! It's the science on how we understand signs around us (like logos, color codes etc) It's one of the most interesting things I've learned at uni so far!

[@hinahinananoha7783]

Mental conditions are so misunderstood. We all need to educate ourselves.

[@sweetsoul3169]

Nadiya Nanoha i agree with you

[@roeoreo]

true. some people even mistake sadness as depression, which is a very serious illness.

[@wackywedwritinghood6573]

I agree it's like when someone calls a person autistic without knowing what it means

[@StanSwan]

Kawaii Doughnut I would say people think being sad for a time for a good reason is the same as being sad for years.

[@gyropollo8520]

I'm so confused everyday I'm still determined even thou I have mental disorder.

[@nereadcrls]

"bipolar disorder is a medical condition, not a person's fault". that's so true. cause i have bipolar disorder and when i have manics episode i always think that every crazy thing i do is my fault and that im hurting my family and friends. so when i go from a manic episode to a depression episode i think a lot about what i did in the manic episode and its horrible because the guilt becomes sbigger.

[@nereadcrls]

idk if i explain myself, sorry for my english hahhsha

[@belle_pomme]

I had a friend with bipolar disorder. It shocked me just I had never seen something like the drastic change of state. I wish you all the best.

[@wellhelltherefellwhuman4637]

As someone who has bipolar disorder, this video is pretty much perfect. It’s not “oH i waS sAD yESterdaY bUt iM HapPy nOw”, it’s like being thrown into a washing machine and being constantly shaken around bouncing between different things

[@aidantroy63]

for me its like a "thought bomb" went off in my head and its non stop that without the constant flip flop of moods thats like a flip of the coin when you wake up

[@emily-rb5dk]

This is the best analogy for bipolar disorder. I've always thought my brain is on fire when I'm manic and just burned to ash when I'm depressed

[@jacquipaul0143]

Of a amusement park ride that only goes in one way with no end

[@maddyhays]

yes washing machine is the perfect example. like one day you’ll be fine then you just explode and fall apart for days, weeks, months on end. it’s a terrible feeling

[@marryjoyandrada5512]

Try taking fish oil it help me so much!

[@yeon1573]

gives middle finger to those who keep saying that they have bipolar without knowing the real meaning of it.

[@dallaswalker340]

meirolt right. It's like they don't know it's a literal deadly disease

[@abedkeadan4392]

maeryon I understand where your anger is coming from Living with Bipolar is really hard Sometimes I think that nobody can understand how hard it is

[@user-lu4xp7iv8c]

Brady P *disorder But yeah

[@ImGoingSSJ97]

Like those "omg im soooo OCD,".

[@DaniellesBEAST]

Yes, sometimes i feel like im in a constant battle with myself .. Its really tiring and hard when others don't get it

[@minhanhnguyen2206]

If I tell my friends about this, they would be like "yeah I definitely have that" :/

[@sutechsdev]

Then ask them to watch brain on fire movie

[@gothboithick]

some of them may very well have it.

[@praveenvasistha247]

Im caretaking a sibling who is bipolar and Schizophrenic.. Called a Mixed Psychotic disorder. I sometimes wish God had given me death instead of this life .Everyday is a challenge and a fight for survival.. One thing No videos about BP explain is how much Fighting, Quarelling and hours of abuse these people do to their loved once when they are Hyper Manic .. My sister spent all her savings in months and lost her job. In the last 7 years she had had 1 Hyper Manic episode that lasted 1.5 years, 1 Mixed psychotic episode and prolonged depression and before that 3 episodes of actue psychosis and paranoia .. My father was also Bipolar and alcoholic he died and my mother is uneducted .. For Some people god decides to be a Tormentor than an Angel 🙂 Your friends have no idea how much people with Bipolar and their loved once suffer .. I have seen my father being drunk and tearing money apart in arrogance while fighting while my mother struggled to place 2 meals on the table ...

[@Louis-vk1gx]

@@praveenvasistha247 I’m in a love with a girl who has a bipolar disorder and i’m still learning more about it, i seek your advice.

[@thankachans2605]

@@praveenvasistha247 same situation here. Can we talk?

[@TheChessPlayer1956]

I was diagnosed Bipolar 2 back in the year 2000, I am now 65. Medication and some talk therapy have helped me to do well. I have acquired many tools over the years to maintain good mental health. Thank you for this simple and informative video.

[@helenaschair]

I hope you are doing well!

[@koenyezuid]

@ The Human Experience 💙 sending you the blue heart, filled with self love. I can tell you had a hard time growing up. Things get better. X

[@From_Kazakhstan_with_meow]

Thank you for sharing this, that makes me think I could make it till my 60-s and further too 🙏🏼

[@TheChessPlayer1956]

@@helenaschair Thank you. I'm doing well.

[@TheChessPlayer1956]

@@koenyezuid Thank you. I have acquired many mental health tools.

[@jwl00066]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder four years ago. My family and close friends were extremely supportive (I am very lucky,) and I was hospitalized for a few months while they calibrated my medication. Now I have not had a manic or depressive episode in the last three years and am only taking small dosages of Abilify as treatment. I had to graduate very late from university and am still looking for a job, but I know I will get hired eventually and live as a fully functioning member of society. I hope anyone else with bipolar never give up and hang in there.

[@TheEdlawit]

Great job!

[@tommason3372]

@@AA123TD damn! 5 kids alone??? The father or fathers didn't want to help you?

[@sylla2]

Hi JWL. I wish you the best of luck and good fortune in life. You will find a good job, I'm sure. I have a very dear and very talented colleague, who is bipolar.

[@kristingallo2158]

My family blacklisted me

[@poop-yd4kc]

Thank u

[@nunpho]

People don't usually understand just how bad bipolar one can get. My dad had to take early retirement at 35 because of his. Multiple hospital stays, having to get him sectioned etc, it's horrible. Now he has Parkinson's and has been in hospital almost 2 years because of how parkinsons medications interact with dopamine levels in the brain which makes his bipolar even worse. I really enjoyed this video. The explanations, animation and music all worked brilliantly together.

[@joshmaynard5223]

My girlfriend who I live with has it and it can be really hard to deal with at times I try to be understanding but im only human

[@mariaespudiya4985]

Thats sad😢

[@bonnieaprillollipoptrigger6516]

Same,like normal young People Are Become Our enemies and We need To destroy Them for sure for vandallism. For just hurting Our sociaty.

[@bonnieaprillollipoptrigger6516]

@@joshmaynard5223 stfup.

[@bonnieaprillollipoptrigger6516]

@@joshmaynard5223 That's why She broke Up with you

[@aliyahabrahams2071]

This actually brought tears to my eyes. I feel so understood watching this.

[@ehmudspam820]

Aliyah Abrahams k

[@midnightfox5684]

You are not alone

[@francomarrocu7430]

Same here bro

[@palmsandcacti5663]

I always come back to this video every few months or so, because I feel exactly that.

[@anneliserichards3722]

me too

[@caroldickens3028]

My youngest daughter was diagnosed when she was 23 after giving birth to her 1st child. She struggled along for 18mths, thinking to herself she was a bad mum, her little girl would be taken away, she was crying one minute then over excited the nxt.. She sought help from her GP who referred her for more in depth diagnosis. She's on meds to help balance her emotions out, but she still feels like she is fighting her own demons that only she knows about. But at least she got the help & we as a family support her all the way with so much to ease her anxiety..

[@futurefoundation8613]

WHY would you force another life into this world suffering from such a crippling and debilitating illness? WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU. Get help and better yet get sterilized.

[@RedzaImran]

2:58 Looks like an optical illusion. When you concentrate on one circle, the others will get darker

[@vsatonthebeat4101]

yeah it is one

[@hellz23456]

3:59 too it looks like holes with colourful sides

[@9w2xyz]

It is

[@fayevibar7560]

Yes it is an optical illusion

[@jeusususidgaf7013]

I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE WHO NOTICED 😂😂😂

[@milo5839]

my mom has bipolar type 2. Im 13 so ive been trying to learn about it to help her. This helped me understand lot thank u

[@holythiccnoses5257]

good luck :)

[@lizard3755]

That's really awesome of you. My dad has bipolar and I know that when I was younger and didn't understand that, it was sometimes hard to understand the changes in mood he would experience. I also have bipolar disorder and I can say that both from my childhood with my dad and my own personal experience that sometimes bipolar disorder doesn't make any sense even to the person experiencing it and sometimes all you can do for your loved one is to keep being there for them, and to encourage them to keep up with their treatment plan. I hope you and your mom are doing well.

[@uterusjones]

I live with BP II as well. It's admirable that you're researching the topic to help your mother. Just being there for her will make a world of difference. Be patient, don't take anything said or done during hypomania personally, and show love & support (which it sounds like you're doing already.) I wish you and your mom the best, Milo. Thanks for being an ally.

[@aidantroy63]

best thing to do is be there as much or as little as she needs on her bad days and on those days try and stay ahead on things that your mom would tell you to do this alone is a huge help and will bring her anxiousness down

[@vesaher3091]

I'm 41 years old and my 75 years old father is bipolar II. He was finally diagnosed when I was 12 years old. I agree with what others had said here, but I'm going to add something that i hope no one takes personal: There is going to be some moments when things get rough. Do not be afraid to step aside and protect yourself. Understanding them is important but if you are not ok it's going to be difficult to help them when they need it. I wish you the best ❤️

[@katherinecampbell3759]

5:13 'Remember bipolar disorder is a medical condition, not a persons fault''. So satisfying 2 hear sum1 say this

[@sydneycadorette]

Ong

[@alfiekelly3852]

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[@wolfeevi]

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[@shivanshi4178]

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[@navya1525]

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[@senulitiyansa8778]

My mom has this disorder and I feel like I can finally understand her feelings and thoughts,I struggled to understand her for a long time but now it's all over. I truly thank TEDED for their amazing work.Thank you very much ❤

[@lunarcompilations]

I came here after my younger brother’s recent diagnosis of bipolar disorder. Thank you for helping me understand what he’s going through better!

[@victoriawhite4512]

Eliza Schuyler you’re a good sister for educating yourself and trying to understand his struggles; i don’t tell people that i have bipolar disorder in fear that they won’t understand and will invalidate what i go through so your brother is lucky to have a sibling like you:)

[@alexanderthegreat101]

my best friend was recently diagnosed and it's been a rollercoaster so here I am learning about it so I can understand whats happening in her head a bit better

[@ramsesmorales9151]

Hi Eliza, May God bless your brother

[@emilialittle1002]

Don't try and tell him you know what's best for him, offer it more so as advice or consulship, and keep in mind his emotions are much more similar to pushing a rock up a hill you'll never be able to reach the top of, than they are similar to yours(assuming you don't have mental health issues correct me if I'm wrong) so his logic may not always make sense to you about why and how he feels that way. You're a good sister, wish I had siblings like you

[@DeeeCee]

As someone that has bipolar 2, I can tell you that I always look forward to the next time I get manic/hypomanic because it’s the only thing that brings me out of my depression.

[@fender_ghost]

Bu- wuh- huh? HOW!?

[@AnkurSingh-bc3jd]

it feels good in a manic episode but only to you not to anyone thats close because they know that you can cause anyone or yourself a lot of harm

[@loopymomy2532]

@@AnkurSingh-bc3jd he means he's always depressed all the time. It's the only time he's not depressed.

[@AnkurSingh-bc3jd]

@@loopymomy2532 if i am not wrong ur depression gets worse after the mania in bp2

[@BennyTheKidd]

@@AnkurSingh-bc3jd I can confirm this as my therapist, the expert in bipolar disorders in his office, told me when I said a pretty similar thing. I totally understand how you feel though, it can be rough. I’ve finally found a solid medication that works for me and because of that and some extra willpower, I’m able to hover around balance more often. Not always, but it’s better.

[@purificaation]

Please do Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Antisocial Personality Disorder!!!! Many people today claim they have these conditions or use it lightly without knowing what they actually are.

[@crimsonx_x7619]

purificaation They have already done a vid on OCD

[@ChrisPPotatoIDC]

( ͡ʘ ͜ʖ ͡ʘ) ADHD

[@bluetannery1527]

Uratune life would be so much easier without ADHD

[@derdeutschewitz698]

purificaation They already did OCD, but not APD.Try searching it

[@ralpharances]

yes pls

[@crackspax4103]

I was diagnosed with ADHD, bipolar mania, and depression when I was 17. I'm 22 now, and never really understood it until I saw this video a couple years ago. I rewatch it sometimes and it helps being able to understand

[@lynnm4530]

The animations in this video are so visually pleasing

[@yahirsus7978]

Lynn M ikr

[@captainbina9558]

It's kinda of scary if you live in a family with a history of bipolar disorder like me. Every generation plays the waiting game to see how long it takes for the disorder to appear, or even if it will. You pray you got good genes from your other parent while you watch the impact the disorder has on the lives of your parents, grandparents, uncles,aunts, and cousins about your age.

[@PapiVodka]

I think I have this and I am going to the doctor finally to get diagnosed and if I do I would highly think about getting a vasectomy because I don't want any children of mine to ​suffer for what I go through, I can adopt in the future.

[@Mehk]

I know this sounds bad, but most professionals agree that bipolar people should not have children. They do not have the emotional stability that children need to thrive. However, if you’re bipolar and really want kids I suggest adopting instead. If you keep passing on your family’s bipolar genes it will just cause never ending suffering.

[@evacookie2194]

Seriously; if you are bipolar and want kids or aren't sure about it, read this. www.bphope.com/blog/i-am-bipolar-should-i-have-children/

[@henlokitty3358]

My dad has it and sometimes it's really hard to live with him. But my mum is a strong woman and i know she'll take care of us no matter what. 💕

[@monyajones8006]

Anička Kolínová My Dad has it too. Wishing your family lots of love.

[@henlokitty3358]

Monya Jones Thank you so much. Me too ❤

[@butcherofblav1ken874]

Anička Kolínová Both of my parents have Bipola.

[@henlokitty3358]

Fizzy Cola stay strong :) ♡

[@nuttypop1532]

I have a similar situation. My parents are actually divorced, and it's really hard to be around him sometimes, especially when he's manic. (I live with my mom though)

[@MeryemYedri]

I Suffered severe depression 18 years ago as a teenage, got addicted to cigarettes. Spent my whole life fighting Cigarettes addiction. I was actually diagnosed with cptsd and mental disorder. Not until my mom recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

[@ImaneYadria]

I'm so very happy for you, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.

[@SgdgsgGsgsgs]

Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Germany don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source🙏🏻

[@FatimaSaraAhmad]

YES very sure of larymycology I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, BPD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@Dr.SandraLee.]

Mushrooms are very medicinal. This is why anybody familiar with psilocybin and any other kind of fungi will tell you, "They are alive." They have a very ancient wisdom. To my experience, all mushrooms have always said, "Pay attention to your life. How you think, how you feel, and what will you do with the information that you always knew, but now are seeing in this point of view." This is why mushrooms are so respected in tribal cultures. This mental health treatment works for me too. Half micro doses do the trick for me. At least a few days at a time with lengthy time in between. Never addictive. Thank you for sharing this point!

[@DbsbsbbsDhshwjhed]

How do I reach out to him? Is he on insta

[@jordanhurd5270]

Ok the animation work on this is so mesmerizing

[@pinkribbon1007]

ikr

[@enozmah6081]

Jordan Hurd ikr i rewind it every so often because i focus too much on the art.

[@helensarkisian7491]

I am *managing* my symptoms, not “controlling” them. I don’t say that to bum anyone. I simply don’t want anyone to get an idilic idea about treatment.

[@psicologiageneraleconalleg369]

Actually, managing the symptoms is the best way to the cure, even if it is really painful. That's because BD isn't a part of yourself that needs to be controlled, but a disease that needs to be treated day after day. Severe BD sometimes takes a really long time to get treated, but there are some particular treatments that are more efficient (as in every disorder). Don't ever stop working on yourself.

[@fern_the_boi6807]

Helen Sarkisian thank you for saying that. I am bipolar.

[@tiffanyh629]

Honestly that's for physical conditions too. Someone with heart disorders/damage will most likely not go back to 100% function. But there are people out there with heart histories who are living wonderful lives due to their management. Cure is nothing. Managing is everything.

[@nay5783]

Yah, Ppl act like the meds will kind of cure you, but it actually just makes easy to understand that you're not ok and you have a bit of strength to fight it, but thats it

[@simplicizzy]

I feel the exact same way!

[@akinmytua4680]

as someone with a bipolar loved one, this helps me relax about helping them. thanks

[@soccrstar4]

As a person with bipolar disorder, seeing friends/family actively involved in understanding and supporting those suffering from bipolar disorder means a lot. The only reason I'm here today is because of my family's unconditional and overwhelming love has kept me sane when I needed it most. Best wishes to both you and the person who is very fortunate to have such a caring friend.

[@akinmytua4680]

CheezitsChrist thanks. We luckily live in a region that actually has good mental health care.

[@Katatonya]

I'm sorry for what you're going through :( I'm currently in love with a girl with bipolar

[@mari-yu6rt]

Tessa Cares don't worry though many make a joke of you and if this seems like pity talk, for me I just hope the best comes for you I just think you should believe

[@noiiiiivad]

Same, im in love with a girl that has bipolar & man let me tell you, I'm so glad I watched this. If I didn't, I would broke off an engagement & just not get married & just live lonely rather that dealing with that. Now that i have watched and understand what to do, i change my mind...about everything.

[@patriaciasmith3499]

Psilocybin containing mushrooms saved my life. The drastically reduced my benzodiazepine withdrawal allowing me to quite illicit pill addiction after three years of heavy daily use before it would had became medically dangerous to quit. It has also helped me survive depression.

[@Jennifer-bw7ku]

I have researched and found out that shrooms are very helpful , it has really helps to reduce anxiety and depression . I would love to try magic mushrooms but I can't easily get some , Is there any realiable source I can purchase one

[@elizabethwilliams6651]

@@Jennifer-bw7ku I was having this constant, unbearable anxiety because of university stress. Not until I came across dr.sporess, a very intelligent mycologist. He saved my life honestly

[@Jennifer-bw7ku]

@@elizabethwilliams6651 Please how do I contact him?

[@elizabethwilliams6651]

@@Jennifer-bw7ku @dr.sporess

[@elizabethwilliams6651]

@@Jennifer-bw7ku He’s on Insta

[@jellypark4859]

I have a bipolar disorder but I will embrace it and survive.

[@wiliana7497]

I am so proud of you and i can imagine how challenging can be but you‘re such a strong person❤️

[@lew-ejones-ayres5088]

2:40 the transition from neural pathways to a Hermann grid is just flawless, it ties with the narration and creates cognitive disconnect without ever breaking the spell of the story being told. Ted ed animators are genuinely on a different level

[@ПапашаБесчленофф]

this is nonsense

[@Blueturtle1]

@@ПапашаБесчленофф ?

[@chrismartin8780]

Bipolar disorder is a medical condition , not a person's fault or their identity, I really felt that 🤧😭especially when people start treating you like an outcast, getting acceptance and empathy from family and friends does makes things much better.

[@margaritavillanueva3726]

😇

[@ophyt2830]

Tell that to Asian parents and they will smack the stupidity out of you. Bipolar doesn't exist in Asia. When I was a child, I suffered from lactose intolerance especially in the morning (Which I found out only when I was 30+ years old). Mom would prepare me drinks with milk each morning. the gastro pain would ensue when I got to school. It was really bad. Pain was awful. We didn't know the existence of lactose intolerance back then (1980s). I tried to pour the milk filled drinks into the basin in several occasion and was caught by either elder siblings and mom, I ended up getting punished, like getting canned or smacked until I cried. Cause telling parents I had stomach ache after consuming milk wasn't an option since other siblings had no such issue. it all depends on your luck where you are born.

[@bonbonbam6188]

@@ophyt2830 I'm sorry to hear that. At least you don't have to drink milk anymore..

[@melanyblake1470]

@@ophyt2830 I'm so very sorry you had to go through that. That treatment is considered abuse of ignorance and can trigger mental and emotional disorders. Just think in the 1950s children were to be seen and not heard or else they got hit. I'm so glad we are learning more about mental health💜

[@Chrysalis4]

As someone with ocd I fully agree. Where I live if I ever tell about my ocd to my parents, they will tell me I am a mental person and instead of helping me, they will call me names about that and would be more concerned about the fact that I am insane rather than helping. Man Asia really sucks 😔

[@findingnemo-o4h]

My sister has bipolar and she was diagnosed about 12 years ago when she was 18 I guess. Her doctor at the time didnt believe she could study further so told my mom to find some simple occupations for my sister, my sister recently finished her thesis and master on child development. Its sad how even doctors dont understand that bipolar doesnt mean someone's life is over. Due to her being ill since I was little, I never got to create a strong bond with her and I feel terrible about it everyday. I hope I can force myself to spend more time with her and create a strong bond, I hope its not too late. I want to be there for my only sister. Those who have bipolar disorder and those who live or closely deal with people who do, hang in there folks.

[@angelaong66]

My mom was clinically diagnosed with bipolar and she was so hard to deal with. I had restless night because every night she's having the manic attack and she's screaming all over the house. It was bipolar 2 and she's very anxious everyday. Her bipolar was so extreme that it had even caused me depression. But I believed that she will be okay someday and through all of my hardships understanding her. Talking to her everyday so that she won't feel alone and lonely, she improved and I'm now happy to broadcast how happy I'am to see my mom being like a normal mom now. ❤

[@looper5070]

I’m glad you and your mom are better, but from experience I’d suggest you stay on top of your mental health also because I myself have a parent that has several diagnoses and I’m the only child so I grew up very fast because I had taken care of my mom at such a young age now I have Bipolar 2(more depressed than manic) which developed over the years. By all means continue to love and care for your mom but please take care of yourself also🦋🦋

[@allyzagarma9503]

Awww thanks so much for being such a nice daughter

[@prabharavisundar4252]

Wow. I am bipolar. This was so positive. Thank you.

[@uterusjones]

I live with BP II as well. Thanks for being there for your mom. You don't know how much that simple act helps when we're dealing with an episode. You're good people

[@pambutterflyhigh]

Amazing daugther

[@nonfb]

I hate how young teens call themselves bipolar just because they had a mood swing once

[@holythiccnoses5257]

TRUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@MassachusettsTrainVideos1136]

It's insulting I have Bipolar (actually diagnosed by multiple doctors) and I'm 14 and I absolutely hate those people they think it's funny but it's absolutely horrible I hate it I want it gone more than anything I hate it

[@nushki599]

@@MassachusettsTrainVideos1136 hopefully, more informative videos like this one or just anyone trying to educate themselves and then spread awareness will be of help slowly, but surely.

[@eliko1724]

frrrr like i have mood swings all the time but i wont be like "uwu im so #bipolar rn"

[@pinkgreenmelon2209]

young teens lol more like literally everyone. i’ve met 30 year olds say the same

[@ezraross6792]

The visual at 3:00 is perfect. It’s a classic illusion but the way it makes your eyes dart around the screen lets you feel an albeit very small version of the symptoms being talked about letting you relate to it a deeper level. Incredible

[@Rxpier]

It’s like he’s trolling us 😂

[@rilleygriffin]

Thank you for shedding light on Bipolar Disorder. I have type 2 and it’s a costly thing to keep under control, and most people have no idea what it entails.

[@d4vimashups884]

Its scary how many people are bipolar.. and yet we don't get taught this stuff at school. I so badly wish that I had even known that mental illnesses exist when my uncle had his first manic episode. I wished that I could have atleast known what it was that's happening to him so that I could help him and everyone involved. Its scary how during the manic episode you feel like you are meeting a completely new person from the person you always knew... The human mind is a scary place.

[@d4vimashups884]

@Mitch Rawe I agree

[@alyceferguson5630]

follow me

[@ThatMoonBoy]

Please do more of these! I'm tired of hearing all of the negative stigmas associated with mental illness. People without any sort of issues still make a joke of it.

[@zozofang831]

The most depressing thing is: people around you are not aware of the fact you are ill. They thought you are just lack of sleep or just think too much. It's deadly especially when you don't have loved ones at all,you have to struggle alone till last breath.

[@osinachipurpose8298]

😢😢😢😢😢😢 my reality

[@Xylo58]

After years of therapy and different medications my psychiatrist and I found the right recipe so I can manage my condition. The key for me was when I discovered Stoicism and being exposed to Buddhist thought on trips to Thailand. The two keep me grounded and put life in a better perspective. I have gone over 4 years now without any depression and enjoy a slightly elevated mood which suits my creativity and personality. It’s all about acceptance. Love yourself. ❤️

[@xraick]

You should maybe give meditation a try. Really helped me a lot

[@kyriesong1505]

This video's animation needs an award or something like that. Such a brilliant and creative approach to this abstract conception.

[@alone609]

As a major in psychology it gave me a big smile when he said that each person receives its own treatment, as I strongly believe that each person has its way to be treated and not to be resumed to pills. I loved that video and I address my big support to every person struggling with bipolar disorder.

[@evanhaarbauer285]

Disappointingly typical. Typical definition of psychosis, typical emphasis on dopamine hypothesis, typical electro conclusive therapy review, typical de-emphasis on social & environmental causes, typical emphasis on ‘careful treatment’ that minimizes treatment induced harm: I’m disappointed, I thought TED talks were supposed to be open-minded, cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary, with deep questions and nuanced answers. This is a mass-produced status quo only relevant for mass consumption.

[@車貓]

sorry to bother you but is your profile picture are Saruhiko?

[@sasukeuchihaanbucapt]

Simple minded

[@finnross7010]

Smh those people who put "Bipolar" in their Instagram bios without really knowing what it is and showing it off like its some award...

[@zescio2839]

Finn Ross never saw someone do that

[@YurimoHikashi]

Zescio it happens a lot, more so on sites like Tumblr

[@kirklandbond4765]

Finn Ross Bipolar is like not knowing who you are or what to think and what you should think and how to think. It's hell in your mind you can't get rid of.

[@anlergun6918]

I do not think that bipolar people would confess to having this problem so easy and even write on their social media. They must be very brave.

[@aurorasin4875]

Lol Tumblr is notorious for this. They do the same Borderline Personality Disorder. Like..... nah, you don't. Sit down.

[@Zer-db1bp]

This girl I met has it so I’m trying to learn as much as I can about it in order to support her better.

[@EddheadAce]

You are a kind soul...

[@michaelking432]

🏃‍♂️

[@noyes7392]

SIMP AHH BOY 😂😂😭😭😭☠💀👎👎👎👎

[@tamannatazz5800]

​@@EddheadAceare u sure.?dealing with a peraon who has Mental illness like biopolar is not a joke.

[@EddheadAce]

@@tamannatazz5800 Inbetween the time of my last comment and now, I'm actually diagnosed with BPD type I. So yes, I recognize this, and I appreciate people who support those who are suffering!

[@skry6373]

Manic episodes are hard, yes, but not enough folks remember how difficult depression episodes are too. In my case, and probably a lot of type 2 folks too, the episodes can last so long, especially compared to a manic episode. It is just, so difficult to get through, since it slowly builds up, and eats everything in your life, so unnoticeable until you're practically already drowned, with everyone so far away it feels as if you're a island slowly sinking into the depths. Shout out to my type 2, despite everything, we will get through this, one day at the time.

[@blackwersus]

Very well described

[@raven_lucy_k]

You described it so well, I'm in my depressed episode rn, I'm so tired and exhausted, it's been 5th month already

[@skry6373]

@@raven_lucy_k I know, sometimes it gets so awful you cant imagine how to go on, but it gets better. Check in with friends and family, asking for help and trying to take meds help a lot. Every new day is another win, take it easy and be gentle with yourself

[@alexbarac]

It may sound a bit too simple, but if you reach rock bottom, the only way to move forward is to climb back up. So never lose hope even if you think there is nothing left ;)

[@mykillshots664]

It's really hard to deal with this. 😢

[@Xcyiterr]

Did anyone notice at around 2:55 the animator sneaked an illusion into the animation?

[@axcolleen]

I didn't notice that. Thanks!

[@tariqsamaien6215]

Xcyiterr VII ya

[@Anoname112]

Yes

[@johnmarthinreforma839]

There were many illusions shown in the video like the geometric ones and also the perspective ones like the stairs that became a straight line

[@titanx00x40]

yea

[@Lucas-cf6kx]

The part "the family and friends acceptance" made me cry a lot,so many times I heard "you are dramatic" or "you are crazy,what's your problem?" And people getting away from me when they didn't know it must hurt my feelings,I put it on my mind and I tried to -- or I just fell on my bed and I didn't even get awake,crying and thinking about what I have and if the world really needs for my presence or even if it's better mine disappearing of the existence...I am drinking medicine,I'm trying to get better but the people are so incomprehensive,their judgement will never help me,but they do it because they wanna see my feelings burning just for fun...or even revenge on shits I did made 3 years before:/ and my mom is now,even being a person which has depression,she cannot comprehend what am I feeling and start making comparisons between me and others people.

[@zxludvigo5701]

I'm experiencing similar situation. And having a hard time trying to describe what I'm feeling...it's all senseless and sensitive at once... to be slighted off from the world in such a fragile state...HOWEVER PERSON ACTS IN THIS STATE SHOULDN'T BE CALLED CRAZY OR UNREASONABLE...it is the effect of a progressive cause which have far-seated roots.

[@user-rp6ol2hx5f]

Dont be friends you dont wanna be. Dont talk to people you dont want to. You clme to life once live it freely man.

[@PostPandemicMadonna]

me too, i m coming from a place where people see mental ilnesses as something unreal and taboo, people with that conditions are complete freaks to them, they dont want want to hear about it

[@SamueITan]

The hardest part is explaining that those were not you and whatever you did and said were not within your control.

[@rupamkumari9069]

Remember one thing ur NOT useless and we want you! I hope you have a great life ahead

[@Thatgrungekid]

A great depiction of Bipolar disorder I was diagnosed with this illness just before my 20th birthday and I’ve just recently come out of an episode of mania which lasted for 4 months. This illness does not make your mood swing from moment to moment. I have nearly destroyed my life in previous manic episodes. It truly is an exhausting illness to live with. Going without sleep for days, spending all my money and embarrassing myself, intense restlessness and irritability for long periods of time. With a lot of regret afterwards. People need to know that it’s a very destructive illness.

[@LeahSunKyu]

My bestfriend suffers from bipolar disorder. I have been trying to understand the illness and this video helped a lot♡

[@sliebowitz6436]

My best friend and I both do, and we're both bîsexual and OCD. LOL we do everything together, my number one advice is if they're in a state of depression do something rapid and something that draws their attention away, I'm a thrill seeker but idk about your friend, it's just what helps me. Good luck

[@dust7962]

FOBSESSED GURL Sounds like you met your BFF, I'd avoid a relationship(Like attack helicopter + attack helicopter sorta relationship) though, it would probably get really messy xD

[@nobbie01]

Can you really call "friend" someone who isn't interested in understanding you (their supposed friend)?

[@claraayerza9476]

hoda no entiendo pueden traducir al español.

[@falconphoenix]

I have bipolarism and I honestly feel depressed when I remember that my friend has to try and cheer me up. I've only got one friend left because of my violent behaviour, which makes me feel even worse. I remember crying, and then I started to laugh manically. I don't really wanna say the rest tho

[@Dukesparrow1999]

2019 was the year I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, it was a moment of clarity for me as I finally understood why I was the way I was in my high school years ranging from manic to angry outbursts left and right but after learning about it that year, I've done what I could to improve upon it. Sure there's quirks here and there but I've managed to take some medication to get my life in order

[@Arez_1015]

perks would only be not getting tired or atleast feel like it, worst for bipolar to first trigger in high school sadly it did for me too back at 2017, the mood swings are like very tens of minutes and worst is that i easily get irritated, also horrible was that i lost my sense of time

[@Arez_1015]

i think getting mental support from ones family helps the most, i did crazy things back then... as far as messaging strangers within our neighborhood even asking for a fight and such...

[@markuskildemaa2351]

Same here. When being diagnosed and learned of the effects I suddenly realised why I did such f*cked up things that I did when I was younger, all the pieces fell into place. It's still mostly difficult to be functional but when you are conscious about the imbalances in your brain it's much easier to control them and not act on them so much as before. I feel the video did not actually give justice to all the possible effects of manic episodes.

[@abegarfield7030]

The younger someone is, the more difficult it is to diagnose. People might think that you're just a strange kid or struggling with going through puberty. It is a relief to find that it's an illness and it's treatable (to an extent) I'm glad you've got a grip on it somewhat. I've still got a long way to go.

[@deeleak4478]

How do you get diagnosed?

[@gazzoul1]

I've finally been able to admit that I'm bipolar, after destroying several marriages, I wasn't socially acceptable at all. Now that I've admitted it to myself, everything changes. So that people know how it is in the head of a bipolar person, as if a personality that does not live up to your actual character is crawling out of you and you are constantly trying to fight it. Unfortunately, you lose the fight very often.

[@token2018]

Very well written

[@hermanstaal]

Same here bro. Hope you doing well. Look after yourself💪🏼

[@alyceferguson5630]

follow me

[@JantheYeen]

I have this and its really hard to describe to someone what it feels like, feeling good all day you talk to people you seem real happy then suddenly the all time low where I shut things down and feel like I shouldn't belong. Long feelings of negativity. You can fake a voice but you cant fake a face.

[@jahnaviprasadparimkayala6813]

Every part of this video is worthy as a phone wallpaper

[@calamityechoes3496]

Bipolar II, for those who are wondering, aren’t “less severe”, it’s a common misconception. Bipolar II, although it’s hypomania(less severe) instead of mania(more severe), it has longer periods of depression that makes up for it. But then again, I’m no medical professional so just ignore me if you want.

[@lunapeters4593]

No, you're right. I have bipolar 1 disorder, but I've met people with bipolar 2 disorder whose lives were just as interfered with by their mental health as mine is. Both can be debilitating and are very stressful.

[@severiporkka1408]

That's a really really good point. Thank you for sharing.

[@jayde3064]

yes you’re right . I have bipolar II and I just have long depressive episodes . :)

[@courtnelee_]

I have bipolar 2 disorder & you're right.

[@calahara]

Maybe it can be simplified like so, mania's hurdle is more on the people around and hypomania's hurdle is more on the struggle with oneself. The people around you are important for your inner self and your inner self is important for the people around you.

[@NatalisaDesigns]

In my manic phase I traveled to another continent, got into abusive relationship, spent everything I had. I didn’t know I was bipolar back then. Later when I fell with severe depression after the miscarriage I was diagnosed and I’m on meds now. I’m so much happier. Life is so much easier when you don’t feel like you want to live forever and die at the same time

[@Who_needsaname]

The scintillating grid illusion when he was explaining how scattered the neural network of the bipolar mind really makes his words come through (2:56)

[@kelseyliz95]

This video could NOT have come at a better point in my life! I was diagnosed with bipolar about 5 years ago (16 yrs old). Over time, I have figured out how to manage through the mix of various medications and recognizing my symptoms and knowing what helps me through episodes. I still have them, but I'm relatively well balanced. However, my new boyfriends parents were pretty concerned when they found out I was bipolar, and I didn't know a good way to explain it to them or show what it REALLY means. This video is absolutely fantastic, sums up my experience almost to a T, and has incredibly calming but insightful visuals to match. Thank you so much for this, it really means the world to finally have a resource that has all the facts without making it sound horrifying.

[@AutomaticDuck300]

You need to build a toolbox of coping mechanisms. If you really don't want medication, you need to start to be aware of your moods. Even a 10% shift in mood can mean that you are about to go the other way (either up or down) and you can prepare for that. When I am really depressed, I take L-Tyrosine (1g in the morning or 2g if it's really bad) and that really helps me to get through the day by increasing dopamine levels naturally. The downside of L-Tyrosine is that if you eat meat or eggs or dairy with it, it can decrease in efficacy, so bad news if you eat meat but I recommend going vegetarian anyway. You can also use 5HTP, which is a natural way to increase serotonin. It's important that you eat healthy (less meat and dairy, less sugar and junk food, more fruit and veg and wholegrains) and exercise. It's also important to have good mental strategies in place. There's a book called The Charisma Myth by Olivia Fox Cabane which (even though it's about charisma) has some great mental strategies to help you. Being aware of how you are feeling is good, so you can step back and think "Even though my mood is telling me to do this, is it really a good idea?" When you are on the up, try to channel the energy into something productive, i.e. a hobby that you enjoy or a project that you're doing. Have a good support network of friends and family also. It is very possible to self-manage this (and medications make you dependent on them, plus they have side effects. I have bipolar 2 and I'm dependent on Seroquel now, I hate it). What I would also say is that being bipolar is like having your own personal internal weather. Either the sun is shining (and you're up) or it's raining (and you're down). Remember that just because it might be raining now doesn't mean that it will rain forever. The rain has to stop eventually. You also have to be very determined. When you have bipolar or any mental issue, life becomes an endurance race. You don't get days off. You need to be constantly fighting it. But it will make you a stronger and healthier person. It might be the case that most of your days will be bad (down) days, but this just means that you appreciate the good (up) days much more. The bottom line is that you must believe deep down that if you keep going on this endurance race, you will win something great somewhere further down the line. You must keep going, no matter what. It's hard to live with but it's entirely possible. What I find helps as well is a book called Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It by Kamal Ravikant. It's a very short book but I find that if I do what's in that book (say to myself "I love myself and I'm not going to allow myself to feel this terrible"), I feel much better. It might sound stupid and unbelievable but it works. You can have more control over yourself than you think. I have also been reading The Saboteur Within by Matt Hudson and that's really helping me too. Good luck and I'm sure you'll find more strategies along the way.

[@wigsnatched4038]

I'm glad that you're well-balanced :)

[@wigsnatched4038]

+Nia Thompson Hey I don't know what kind of help you're seeking for but I'm here for you :)

[@Cisjwish]

I don't mean to be intrusive or scary, but if you are using lithium I really recommend having your thyroid functions checked regularly. In a small percentage of users it can cause (temporary) thyroid problems. In my country it is mandatory that Lithium users have their thyroid functions checked regularly, but sometimes it goed wrong. A person very close to me got temporary thyroid problems due to it and it was a very scary time for them and all their loved ones. I don't wish the same to you.

[@lillycastitatis6807]

Medications ARE needed.

[@devydew]

I was diagnosed with bipolar depression last month. I tried fixing myself with meditation, yoga, and supplements. Until I realized I couldn’t live like this anymore and I was tired of always feeling tired. When I got the diagnoses I couldn’t stop crying. I never really talked about my mental health with my family because I didn’t think anyone would believe me. I had built such a mask up for myself that some family didn’t believe it when I said it because I was highly functional. But people don’t know that your good days are exhausting. Your manic days make you feel unstoppable and your depression makes you feel hopeless. I am so grateful I reached out for help because I know it’s not my fault and I can feel better.

[@jexycryptogawd8199]

Hey 👋🏽 The name on my channel helped me recover from bipolar and depression You can check him out too

[@cyndiebirkner704]

I'm glad you reached out too. I was diagnosed a number of years ago now and getting that help was the difference between day and night. People who really care about you will be supportive. I wish you all the best 😸

[@runeboii]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 14. Typically people go undiagnosed for several years after they have their first experience with bipolar and some people even get the wrong diagnosis. It is common to have your first episode during puberty, however some people don't have an episode until they are in their early 20's. I have been through several episodes and went to psychiactric care multiple times because of manic episodes running out of hand. The hardest part of my life has been growing up in my teen years with explosive manic episodes every few years in between. Several friendships were lost during those years simply because teens don't understand eachother that well and you come off as a scary person when manic. I'm 24 now and been through different medication - luckily I have found something that seems to balance my life. Without that it would be such a miserable experience. I hope this message reaches other people who might go through the same experience as me. Just know that if you fight long enough, you will find a way to cope with your disorder. You can always make new friends and I have been fortunate enough to find people who understand what I am dealing with and know that life can be tough sometimes. If you have the courage, share your experience with people you trust... They will likely understand and it won't be hard to explain yourself when life is tough on you. I hope we can break this stigma as a lot of people are fighting mental demons. Be brave and don't give up.

[@pjdougherty9091]

Truly amazing keep it up we the people support you!

[@ravengreenwold3258]

Wanted to say I was the same age when I was diagnosed. Reading about someone who went through a similar experience at the same age in an odd way made me feel a bit less alone.

[@runeboii]

@@ravengreenwold3258 Hope you are doing better

[@ravengreenwold3258]

@@runeboii I'm doing a lot better. Luckily some parts got easier to deal with a bit as I was older and could try a few different medicines with less worries about sideeffects (I'm 27 now and thriving)

[@johnevich5290]

Thank you for sharing. I relate to a lot of this

[@natedizzle2382]

I have been diagnosed as bp1 months ago and this info is spot on. Makes a grown man cry. Now I notice my 15yo son has the traits😢

[@3uujh656]

Can you please do a video on Borderline personality disorder or personality disorders in general?

[@rockingpox2274]

My step sister has BPD. It can be really hard to live with her.

[@3uujh656]

Rockingpox227 why does she have it?

[@festernassociates]

now now. lets try to be kind to each other. i am a former patient and I went rogue and rejected all medications. It took 30 institutions, so much wasted taxpayer money, and alot more. i discuss on my channel some of what i went through. there are many factors.

[@rockingpox2274]

Her life story is probably the worst of anyone I've ever met.

[@festernassociates]

well mine has been quite miserable too... i'm willing to say i've probably had it far harder than most in my age group... but i'm humble enough to realize... that when i say that, its only because i'm living through my perspective

[@jadenyuki6298]

The minimalistic animation is pure logical art and must have been done by a genius.

[@67OMC]

I was diagnosed about 15 years ago and have learnt to live with the condition pretty effectively. Managing sleep, exercise and personal relationships carefully are key for me!

[@blackwersus]

The seriousness can vary a lot between people. You're lucky you are able to manage it.

[@dirkolivier1012]

Another hardship of bipolar disorder: The tendency to self-medicate. It might be tough, but sobriety is one of the best mechanisms to keep the disorder under control.

[@juensusan7476]

I don't know if I have bipolar disorder but I am going through some problems like people not understanding me esp family and stuff.I always love psychology and I think that I am make my condition better by controlling my way of thinking it's helps a lottt but is very hard to do when no one supports u

[@nocoffeebadday695]

you're so right. being depressed for months or what seems like years at a time, would make anybody use.

[@dirkolivier1012]

@@Jacks_here 100%. Been there, done that, got the T-shirt

[@dirkolivier1012]

@@juensusan7476 very difficult. I can recommend going to support groups. There I found people that understand and be there for you during the tough times. Give a try :)

[@ladyscarfaceangel4616]

@TOPSPORES ON TELEGRAM How do you microdose? If you buy a bag of shrooms, how much do you eat & what part of it? The caps, stems, or shake?

[@ranroon273]

I thought it was my identity and personality, until I started taking medication I was surprised that that wasn't me, I thought my ups and downs was because of how I think.. I was blown away!! Now I KNOW IT WASN'T MY FAULT!! what a relief

[@jeinyyy8466]

What medication are you taking? Does it recquire a psychiatrist to get a medication?

[@soonnn2467]

@@jeinyyy8466 probably if the person was diagnosed with BAD, then they must have been prescribed a mood stabliser like lithium . and yes you need a apsychiatrist consultation to get it

[@maddyxoxo5657]

Creator : How much geometry you want in the video? Ted Ex : yes

[@thelostlaundrysocks1818]

What

[@ronnieturner6820]

Lol all shapes and sizes. One day my gf and i attempted to do it on every different shape in the house we got threw 8 and she was entirely red there with puss and pimples forming and I was completely raw at this point. Skin was peeling off the head and everything sooo sensitive

[@Andrew9908]

@@ronnieturner6820 what

[@ronnieturner6820]

@@Andrew9908 ya ever done er that much Thomas ?

[@goodbye3771]

i've just been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and now i'm watching this to better understand myself. right now i'm currently taking medications; antidepressants and mood stabilizers, and it's helping me a lot.

[@broitschica689]

hey! i just wanted to check up on you to see how you’re doing

[@goodbye3771]

@@broitschica689 thank you for your concern. it's been a rough ride these past two years but I'm handling my episodes much better now. hope you're doing well, as well!

[@carolinegcooke]

One of my closest friends has bipolar disorder, and they struggle every day. I have major depressive disorder, so I kinda empathize with them in a way. We both help each other through the thick and thin times, and we always call each other every day to check in on the other.

[@DarthFurie]

I was diagnosed with Bipolar 2 and never really experienced what mania is like until I was put on an antidepressant (Lexapro) that caused me to go into what is called a "mixed state," an extremely strong combination of mania and depression at the same time. To this day, it's the scariest thing I've ever experienced in my life. I was all over the place and couldn't sleep, I was so agitated and delirious, and I kept having scary thoughts about hurting myself. I almost lost my job and I estimated I had 1-2 days left before I ended up in impatient treatment at a hospital. Fortunately I got off the medication in time and I slept for a week, after that my mixed state was gone

[@PorcupineGirl]

I prefer the term "agitated mania," personally. But I agree with your assessment that a mixed state is THE WORST. In my experience, it has served as the most destructive of my bipolar extremes.

[@alyceferguson5630]

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[@thecouncil8973]

I just got recently diagnosed with Bipolar II. At first, I was in disbelief. But upon contemplation, I realized that I do have brief moments of impulsivity, irritability, and irrationality. It sucks because you get misunderstood all the time. Along with being more depressive than hypomanic, I am greatly suicidal as well. I just wish we'd find the right medications and receive the right approach of psychotherapy for me. I have the same wish for all of you who suffer from mental illness(es). I believe we truly deserve a better shot in life.

[@cesarebachelli]

I have bipolar 2 as well. Watch out your sleeping pattern. Bipolar depression makes me fatigue and irritable. Of course, suicidal if it is not managed well. The whole symptoms just go up 10x if I dont sleep from 8pm til 530am. Im no longer medicated to preserve liver functions. But bipolar is progressive, so might have to resume one day.

[@pambutterflyhigh]

Well lithium es the Best option. And it takes a long time for me 2 years to feel the full positivo effects on me so if they give you but it seams not working just wait a lot and you'll see. Sertraline is a good antidepressant and quetiapine in low dosis is good for anxiety. Ask your doctor.

[@nikdi8280]

@@pambutterflyhigh Recently I had three months of depression and one night, as if by divine intervention, it disappeared. Can this be considered bipolar disorder?

[@32jcueva]

@@nikdi8280 sounds like major depressive disorder which use to be called Bipolar. So looks very similar.

[@pambutterflyhigh]

@@nikdi8280 that pattern should be repetitive in time, if you continue oscilating between depression and normality could be bipolar 2 disorder or if your oscilations change between depression and exaltation would be bipolar 1 disorder but only in patterns during long piriods of time. If it happended just 1 time maybe you were suffering a common low mood piriod, that's normal, if you have doubts maybe consulting a psiquitrist would help to clarify.

[@jeremyyeleyko5636]

2:50-3:06 Am I the only one who sees black dots appearing and disappearing inside the white ones?

[@nandinishah1709]

Jeremy Yeleyko no

[@sv67cb]

Edit: Its Hermann's grid.It's not because of blind spot. It's because of something called Lateral inhibition. @Philipp Börner Thank you for the explanation

[@sprinkleofBella]

No

[@swekzuaa959]

its a brain illusion

[@alwaysbored47]

I didn't notice it until you told so

[@AlboonS-zy7su]

Hats off to everyone who simply clicked to learn something new so that you could be a well informed productive citizen!

[@river987]

ive just been diagnosed. im devastated.. i always thought i was just messed up, but now i have to live with this? this video educated me way more than the doctors did.. thank you :)

[@fairy4isa]

omg late but same bestie with the chanhee pfp D~:

[@river987]

@@alicez1597 glad you asked!! it actually runs in the family but on my dads side and i don’t see him, i just recently found that out actually. i originally felt this weird feeling for a long period of time, i had little to no need to sleep, i became distracted so much easier and my head was racing. i thought nothing of it at first but then after this same feeling lasted for a few weeks, i was not concerned but more interested- it seems like a cliche but a month or two after experiencing this i had such a down hill moment, i’ve always had highs and lows but i just thought others were the same? clearly not though, so i told my mother about it and that’s when we googled some stuff together which lead to us booking an appointment. and here i am now, 6 months strong with my meds and i haven’t had an episode in over 4 months!! sorry if this is unclear, i have adhd too and it’s hard to word things perfectly :D

[@river987]

@@fairy4isa ILY

[@anotherone3666]

What doctors also don't tell you is a very hard illness to identify. It is one of the most wrong diagnosed. They told me I was bipolar, gave me lithium. I read about it for a while, went back to my psychiatrist and told him I didn't see me in those pages. He said let's take more tests. He sent me tests, which I completed and sent back to him. Went to him again, he said "sorry, I analyzed the tests, you are not bipolar". For a month I thought I was, and found myself acting in ways I didn't recognize myself. I was conditioned by his diagnosis...

[@tinataylor4203]

@@anotherone3666 it is hard to identify yes. I hate when people see the doctor an get diagnosed with bipolar the first visit. It took a year of counseling an talking to my doctor till I was diagnosed. There’s so many disorders I think the doctors should take a little more time with the patient till they know what’s going on.

[@RJLBC562]

All I am going to say is thank God for the therapist and other health care professionals that care. Since my now 16 year old has been on her mood stabilizer she is a completely different person. She still gets angry and has attitudes but what human doesn’t? Things have been so much better for her. I feared she would never work or drive. Today she started a brand new job, her first job. I am so proud of how far she has come.

[@RJLBC562]

@@tdchewy Thank you Lord for creating the therapist and doctors who helped my daughter. Jesus loves you @tdchewy and I pray your eyes are open and heart softened. Take care and God bless.

[@Rallarberg]

Living with someone with bipolar disorder can be challenging enough. One can only imagine how rough it can be for the one suffering from it. My girlfriend was diagnosed with bipolar disorder some 5 years ago, and she's responding well to her medication.

[@jackminzo6547]

Hate It my mother It and has ruined the early years of my life

[@erinknight4697]

I'm bipolar and proud of it. I take my medication as prescribed and I manage it well. I've held a steady job. I'll admit my hardest weakness is the dark thoughts but I'm a workaholic until I shower and go to sleep. I keep busy as much as possible so I'm not alone with my thoughts.

[@jean-denismoreau8697]

I am proud too. You got to be proud of what you are, especially when you are somebody special. Being bipolar is hard but it is maybee a richness and it means maybee something in this crazy world

[@alyceferguson5630]

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[@-earth3963]

I was incredibly recently diagnosed with mild bipolar and put on the proper medication and I just "came out" ( this literally feels as intense as coming out in highschool) to a group of my friends and they have been overwhelmingly supportive and just amazing

[@annabelle7123]

just to add to this brilliant video, lithium is actually old type of meds to treat bipolar and as mentioned, mood stabilizers are much more commonly prescribed. Also what's different with depression is that the elation/manic phase is more dangerous as it can involve psychotic events such as delusions and hearing voices.

[@kawaiiiturtlee9430]

annabelle7123 ok so im sure im bipolar but im very scared about the thing u said in the end..do bipolar ppl hear voices? ive heard faint whispering close to my ears when nobody was there about 3 days ago..im rly scared im so scared

[@_aimeexo_596]

gigglyberry69 If you feel like you are bipolar, you should go seek help, because even if you don’t end up having bipolar disorder you still sound like you need help. If your not old enough to make an appointment with a psychiatrist or therapist, tell your parents what you’re feeling and if it’s making you scared etc. If your parents don’t believe you for whatever reason, talk to a counsellor or teacher at school. Therapy and psychiatrists can be expensive, but depending on where you live you can maybe go to a doctor? Google what’s in your area first, hope this helps!

[@dakshs9528]

I've got derealization/depersonalization disorder so i can't get any such disorder like mania , bpd or schizophernia since i got no feelings because of dr/dpd

[@kzatx5350]

I have bipolar disorder type 2, which made my childhood so difficult. I was constantly diagnosed with major depressive disorder, but it never fully covered the moments when I was productive and felt good. I was asked all the time about why I “was just fine last week,” but now I was all of a sudden struggling. It’s incredibly lonely to be surrounded by people who don’t understand you and are frustrated with you. I didn’t actually realize and get the diagnosis until the summer of 2020. Everything started to click with all the time I had alone. I knew my birth mom had bipolar disorder, but I never attributed it to my behavior. It was hard to grapple with and understand that all the stigmas around being bipolar were incorrect. Many people don’t realize that bipolar disorder is classified as a disability. Help is available for jobs and school.

[@Spheredalai]

TEDed holds a special place in my heart. i shared their video on bipolar to show my dad about the condition of my mom (she was a horrible mother) which led to their divorce so... thank you TEDed for changing our lifes for the better ❤️