The main symptoms of bipolarity include excessive self -esteem, reduced need for sleep and/or excessive speech, which may intersect with the usual mood of the person or depressive symptoms, such as sadness and lack of energy, in some cases.
Bipolarity, also known as bipolar disorder, is a mood disorder characterized mainly by its oscillations. Although its exact cause is not known, it is believed that there is a genetic predisposition. Understand better what is bipolar disorder and their causes.
In case of suspected bipolarity, it is recommended to consult a psychiatrist. Treatment depends on the severity of symptoms and is usually done with medications to control mood and psychotherapy.
Main symptoms
The main symptoms of bipolarity are:
1. Humor alternation
A person with bipolarity often has alternation between an excessively euphoric mood and his habitual mood or, in some cases, similar to depression.
The euphoric mood and, when present, the depressed tend to last more than 1 to 2 weeks, and may vary in intensity over the days.
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2. Excessive self -esteem
In times of euphoria, it is common for bipolarity to have moments of excessive self -esteem, and may appear to be abnormally enthusiastic and/or self -confident to interact with other people and start new projects.
Due to the excess of self -esteem, the person can engage in different projects or activities at the same time, even without much talent or experience, and make important or risky decisions more easily.
3. Reduced need to sleep
The reduced need for sleeping is often one of the first symptoms to appear when a bipolar person is entering a euphoric mood period.
Especially during this period, it is often the person to start sleeping less hours and can wake up much earlier than usual and still feel restful and full of energy.
4. Irritability
In case of bipolarity, irritability tends to emerge in the moments of greater energy of the person, especially when their desires are denied. They are also more frequent if the bipolar person consumes alcohol or illicit drugs.
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In episodes of increased energy caused by bipolarity, it is common for a person to speak excessively and with great animation, and can present many gestures, be dramatic or speak many nonsense, for example.
In addition, the person tends to easily distract himself with other things around him, constantly changing the subject.
6. Excessive dedication to specific tasks
When with more energy, the bipolar person can begin to devote excessively to tasks related to work, school or any other area of interest and take multiple responsibilities at the same time.
7. Sadness
If there are also episodes of depression in these periods, it is common for a person to feel very sad, with no hope, empty or wanting to cry, for example.
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8. Loss of interest or pleasure
Especially when depressed, the person with bipolarity may lose interest or pleasure in tasks or activities that are usually part of their daily routine.
9. Lack of energy
When the person with bipolarity is in a sad or depressed period of humor, he usually feels without energy, tired and/or very sleepy, and may even sleep excessively.
10. Difficulty of concentration
The difficulty of concentration is common in case of bipolarity. It tends to emerge so much in the moments of euphoria, when one is easily dispersed by the stimuli around them, as well as when it is sad, due to the lack of motivation and energy to stay attentive.
Online symptom test
To find out the possibility of having bipolarity, please select the symptoms you have:
This test is a tool that serves only as a means of guidance. Therefore, it does not have the purpose of giving a diagnosis and does not replace consultation with a psychiatrist or psychologist.
How to confirm the diagnosis
The diagnosis of bipolarity is made by the psychiatrist based on the characteristics of the symptoms presented, their duration and consequences to the personal or professional life of the person.
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The doctor usually makes a detailed assessment, which may also include the report of other professionals who accompany the person, such as the psychologist or teachers, or family report, to confirm the diagnosis.
What to do
In case of suspected bipolarity it is recommended to consult a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation to confirm the diagnosis and start the most appropriate treatment.
Treatment of bipolarity usually involves monitoring with psychotherapy sessions and the use of mood stabilizers such as valproic acid or lithium to control their fluctuations, antipsychotics and/or antidepressants.
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Also, especially if there are other problems related to mental health, it is important to do their proper treatment according to the doctor’s guidance.
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