Does anyone have any idea what kind of a mental health issues I am dealing with here?

Question

I have extreme moodswings. I have a lot of rage and anger. When I get upset, I get so bad I just want to blow up at everyone. I lose my cool all the time. When I cry, it is heart wrenching. When I'm happy, I am very happy. I am a very smart and intellegent person, but I feel like my emotions hold me back from being a successful person all the time. What is wrong with me?

I'm already on citalopram and atitvan.

Answer 1

For likr k: Bipolar and Manic Depression are the same thing.

This may not necessarily be Bipolar anyway; there are other disorders that can cause the same symptoms, like Borderline Personality Disorder. You don't say if you have been seeing a psychiatrist or not but maybe you are on the wrong medications.

Answer 2

Don't really think you have mental problems.  You have a relationship problem. Read your questions, and would think the issues you have with your xbf, is not resolved. Would suggest you leave that situation in the hands of the legal system. See someone in "anger management". Keep things in the "now", and created a new life for yourself. If you apply positive pressure "now". I can assure you will created a wonderful future for you and your child.

By the way, answeres to lifes problems will never be found in med's, the issues must be delt with, resolved and then left in the past.

Answer 3

without sounding cruel to you,have you ever talked to your doctor about this?i  have,and she selected celexa for me .

1 , 20 milligram tab once a day ,i tried that for 1 year and found that i needed to increase  it to 40  milligrams because of the stress in my life.

you seem to be overwhelmed just by the way you asked your question.i mean no disrespect to you but you should try an antidepressant in order to cope.good luck to you.

Answer 4

Well first, to clarify for Likr K and anyone who took her answer seriously, Manic Depression is the 'old' terminology for Bi-Polar disorder, meaning that they are one in the same, not seperate disorders as she suggests.

Moving on, She may be on the right track...Extreme moods in either direction with very intense feelings are indeed a hallmark of Bi-Polar.  If you have a first degree relative who has been diagnosed with Bi-Polar (parent, grandparent, aunt/uncle or sibling), odds are good that this is what you are dealing with.  Contact your G.P in the morning and have them refer you to a psychiatrist for an assessment.  Bi-Polar has a very specific medication regimen and is pretty treatable with ongoing care

Answer 5

Sounds like you have bipolar. I have it. =\ You should talk to your phsyciatrist for testing or soething. It seems as though you already have one saying as youre already on meds. It'd be easier to fix the issue if you had a diagnosis

Answer 6

Ask your doctor if just plain old lithium carbonate might help you. You definitely need to have daily exercise and drink a lot of water to help your body stabilize the effect of the meds.

Answer 7

My assesment would most liekly be Bipolar disorder as well as Manic Depression. Bipolar is clearly highlighted by the mood swings, when your angry you are very angry and when you are happy you are very happy. Generally chemicals in your brain are going hay wire and they just cant decide what to land on. I would also say Manic Depression because your emotions are so hay wire and out of control the possibility of you completing losing your cool and crying is most likely because you can not handle the symptoms you are experiences. The medication you are currently taking really do not help with these so I would reccommend going to your doctor and inquiring about a drug therapy. I suggestWellbutrin XL and Effexor XR together

For those of you who ASSUME the are the same they and chose to comment against me it is not the "old' terminology

The main distinguishing diffference between bipolar disorder and major clinical depression is, of course, the presence of manic episodes. This is why depression alone is not enough to diagnose an individual with bipolar, even if this disease runs in the family. However, even one manic episode (meeting DMS-IV criteria) is sufficient to make a bipolar diagnosis. Distinguishing between these two illnesses makes a big impact on treatment choice; while depression is treated primarily with anti-depressant medication, someone with bipolar disorder needs a mood-stabilizing medication such as lithium or valproate. Taking anti-depressants with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is a tricky business, because the medication can sometimes trigger a manic episode.

Answer 8

it depends how old r u?

Answer 9

Bless your heart! I totally  understand what you are experiencing and agree with the Bipolar suggestions. Bipolar is basically living in extremes. When we are happy, we are practically 'on top of the world' & when we are sad, we look up to see the bottom of the barrell! You definitely need a psychiatrist & an experienced one for sure. You may have to try a few meds befor finding the right one for you. Do NOT give up! Keep the lines of communication wide open while you find the right med. Remember that you have resources.