Could I possibly be bi-polar?? 10 points best answer.?

Question

If possible, I would like the opinion of someone who actually has Bi-Polar disorder or knows someone. Okay... I am wondering if I am just being a little paranoid... or if... I might actually be bi-polar.

I have ADD but.. I was never diagnosed with it. (it's obvious though).

I was obsessive compulsive for about two years... but I am not anymore.

Basically, I have these terrible mood swings. I will be tired one moment.. and feeling kinda down, staring into space. But an hour or two later... I be happy again. I say things/do things that I later regret... and I feel really guilty later often spiraling into depression. Sometimes I am very dependant, and want to be alone... other times, I am completely clingy... to anyone around. Sometimes I can be depressed and then.. get kinda suddenly energized and speak above everyone else without thinking. Sometimes I don't even listen to what their saying.. I just blurt. I have really bad mood swings that fluctuate sometimes within a day, I can be very angry.. to the point where... i jumped from my dad's moving car so i didn't have to listen to him. Stupid I know... but it seemed... necessary at the time.

Lastly, whenever I do things or buy expensive stuff... I feel good at the time... I feel focused, happy... but later, I really regret it. I feel really depressed, which usually sends me to anger, frustration, and trying to return what I bought. If I can't return it... I never use it... and this makes me feel worse.

I am sixteen... am I just overreacting... I can be a hypochondriac sometimes... I drove my old bf away... cause, he just.. didn't like how stupid I seemed when I got so overemotional over little things. I tried to explain.

I have been depressed before... so I am wondering if I am just depressed again or something. Sorry for the length... but I am really looking for some help here... thank you.

Answer 1

You certainly have many of the characteristics of bipolar disorder but honestly your best bet is to seek the help of a medical professional. Don't think that just because you go to see a doctor that you have to go on medication. You could start off by just discussing things with a therapist and go from there. I myself was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2005 and after careful discussions began taking Lamictal. There are ways to deal with mental health disorders that do not include medication but if the problems have a significant impact on your life it might be a necessary course of action. I strongly recommend you consult a doctor in order to rule out any physical health problems first. Seeing as how you are sixteen, your body is going through many changes both mentally and physcially and being female introduces you to the wonderful world of crazy hormones at times. You didn't say if you have discussed any of this with your parents and if not it's a good idea to let them know what's going on and have them aide you in finding the proper help. Take things one step at a time and don't feel too overwhelmed, it will take time but things will work out.  

Answer 2

Hey Girl,

I can totally understand what you are going through because I've been in your shoes. Since I was about 12 I have been diagnosed with Bi-Polar disorder. I used to go through exactly what you are describing, and I had a really rough next 10 years after that.Now I've been on so many medications for this condition, because everyone always tells you that theres no other way, and you will have to do this for the rest of your life

but this isnt true. Once you recongnize your mental problems, you can start finding some ways to help control them. I no longer take medication, but instead had to work very hard to rise above my :mental illness". I have tried alot of things, and I find that taking supplements, drinking alot of water, exercising, therapeutic use of psychedelics, and teaching myself self control and learning to love myself. Its hard, I promise you that. but you can do it. You can regulate yourself. don't even sweat it. half this **** is all in your head. Your subconscius is messing with you, and you have the power to reprogram it. dont let it get the best of you.

Answer 3

It sounds like you might have mixed bipolar or rapid-cycling but only a psychiatrist can tell you for sure. What I can tell you for a fact is that I have bipolar disorder and I suffer from many of the things you mentioned. I am irritable almost all the time and I often feel that just one more thing will make me drive me over the edge. There are some days that I feel depressed and other days that I'm just the opposite. On those "high" days, I just shop and live it up because I feel like I there are no consequences. It's very tough to deal with all the jumble of feelings.

So regardless of what your problem is, you need some help to deal with it. Start with a pdoc or regular doc and go from there. They will help you find the right solution whether it is meds, therapy or both. Best of luck!

Answer 4

Sounds like to me you are just a normal spoiled American teenager. Much to involved with yourself, egocentric with out a doubt.

Now that I have presented the negative view, lets look at the more positive view, you seem to be at a point of change in your life, you not only have the opportunity, but the potential of becoming a well adjusted and productive adult. From reading your statement you have the motivation to do so. This is the time for you to put all the toy's away and prepare yourself for the future, college a career and family.  

Answer 5

It does sound like you have some mental issues going on but it doesn't sound as though you are bi-polar.

Answer 6

Well considering i am bi-polar with ADHD, OCD And have manic moods also let me say from 37years of living like you stated, Yes my friend you are bipolar, will it pay to seek help, it can if you want it to, i made the mistake of not getting help till 5years ago and what a difference it makes not just medicine but the therapy involved. i think that you also need to now that almost 90% of society is undiagnosed bi-polar, also it cant hurt you any to know more about yourself and the reasons why you are you.