Is buying things indiscriminately and often regretting it a precursor to bipolar disorder? Doctor: If these symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks, seek medical attention immediately.
Being extremely sad and ecstatic is bipolar disorder? Is a sudden “big personality change” a sign?
When faced with sudden mood swings, should we worry that this is a precursor to bipolar disorder? Dr. Weibo Zhou from the Department of Psychiatry, Chung Ho Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, said that bipolar disorder in psychiatric medicine refers to an episodic mood disorder. There is a significant gap between the mood at the time of onset and the original mood, which results in loss of life and career. able. Bipolar disorder can be divided into a “manic phase” and a “depressive phase”. With proper treatment, the frequency and severity of episodes can be significantly reduced.
Dr. Zhou Weibo said that the main symptoms of the “manic phase” include abnormal excitement, abnormally high or happy mood that lasts for more than a week, an irritable personality, and high energy. In addition, subsidiary symptoms include talking incessantly, or thinking in wild and wild directions, interpersonal interactions may become numerous and enthusiastic, and excessive participation in matters beyond one’s own abilities, such as blind investment, spending money regardless of the cost, and even excessive and unnecessary behavior. Appropriate sexual behavior, and reduced need for sleep. Severe mania may include auditory hallucinations, exaggerated and irrational delusions, and even aggressive behavior.
Is buying things indiscriminately a manic episode? Are excessive arrogance and thinking that you have superpowers symptoms?
Dr. Zhou Weibai said that patients are prone to excessive and inappropriate investment in things during the mania phase, such as suddenly actively participating in various social activities, having wild ideas, rummaging through boxes and cabinets to organize housework, and appearing to be busy at any time. In addition, during a manic episode, you will be overactive. You can sleep for only 2-3 hours without feeling tired, and you can even stay active “without sleep”.
Dr. Zhou Weibai described that patients in the manic phase tend to become overly arrogant and believe that they are invincible and even have superpowers. Clinically, it can also be seen that patients in the manic phase suddenly love shopping and engage in impulsive spending behaviors such as maxing out credit cards, and even in mania. During the onset of the disease, people spend a lot of money on real estate, sports cars, and other high-priced products that are beyond their ability.
How do you know you have bipolar disorder? Are you more likely to get sick when the seasons change?
Bipolar disorder requires clinical diagnosis by a psychiatrist. How do ordinary people know that something is wrong with their condition? Dr. Zhou Weibai reminded that if you find that you have abnormal excitement that lasts for more than a week, or if you have a state that seriously affects your daily life, you may be facing “disability” and you need to seek medical treatment as soon as possible.
For example, during the manic phase, the person becomes arrogant due to his personality, easily conflicts with people around him, and makes the home environment a mess. Excessive depression, inability to work or even being unable to go out during the depression period are all symptoms of disability. It is best to intervene as soon as possible to help stabilize your mood.
Dr. Weibo Zhou added that in some patient groups, it has been found that “season” may be one of the factors inducing bipolar disorder. Some patients are at a higher risk of manic phase attacks in spring, and are more likely to enter the depressive phase during the alternation of autumn and winter. In addition, excessive stress, work shifts and lack of sleep are all risk factors for the worsening of bipolar disorder. If you are sensitive to seasonal changes, often go out early and come back late, and have reverse day and night, you should pay special attention to your condition.
Can people with bipolar disorder live a normal life? 3 “key routines” to help stabilize control
Dr. Zhou Weibai said that the current drugs for treating bipolar disorder have improved, and after treatment, patients enter a stable stage and are no different from ordinary people. Patients must visit doctors regularly and take medications on time to prevent recurrence of symptoms. If control is good, further discussion of medication adjustments can be made with your physician. Dr. Zhou Weibai also called on “regular work and rest” to be very important for the control of bipolar disorder. He reminded people with bipolar disorder to pay attention to three types of behaviors:
Sleep regularly. Try to keep your bedtime and wake-up time as consistent as possible.
Regular social activities. Patients can make friends, build relationships, and increase their self-confidence.
Exercise regularly. Regular aerobic exercise helps control the condition and stabilize mood.
Dr. Weibo Zhou pointed out that bipolar disorder is a disease that can be well controlled through treatment. Clinically, it is often seen that patients with bipolar disorder do things they regret when they are ill. It is recommended that if there are related problems or diseases, seek help from the psychosomatic and psychiatric departments as early as possible, which can help maintain daily life and minimize the impact of symptoms.
