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Q: Mood Disorder??
I am 17 years old and I have really bad mood swings. I generally have two times of being sad and two times of being happy in a month. Each time lasts about a week. When I have a bad week, it is really bad. I cut and I feel hopeless, helpless, and like there is no escape. A few times, I have thought of suicide but I don't think I could ever actually do it.
When I am having a good week, I'm not manic. I am just normal. Things don't bother me as much but I'm not as happy as what is actually described in bipolar disorder.
Basically I just fluctuate between depressed and normal moods. Anyone know of anything like this?
(BTW, it has nothing to do with my menstrual cycle. I have looked up PMDD and it doesn't really describe me..)
Thank you all for your help! =]
A: Bipolar disorder is more complex than used to be believed. Bipolar II is a less severe form of bipolar, without the extreme mania and delusions.
"Bipolar Disorder has many variations. Bipolar II is one of them. You'll read here about those forms which do not have "mania" to make them stand out or easily recognizable. Depression is the main symptom, including especially sleeping too much, extreme fatigue, and lack of motivation. What makes bipolar depression different is the presence of something else as well. But that "something else" often does not look anything like mania: "hypomania", which you'll learn about here, can show up as huge sleep changes, irritability, agitation/anxiety, and difficulty concentrating. And finally, some people can have some bipolarity without any hypomania at all. Really."
The traditional description and diagnosis of bipolar is changing. You need to talk to your doctor/psychiatrist and therapist about your mood swings, and ask them about Bipolar II. (If you don't have a psychiatrist or therapist, get one!)
You can go here: http://www.psycheducation.org/depression/frameset.html
and print out the questionnaire to determine how likely you are to be on the Bipolar Spectrum. Check out your results, and share them with physician or mental health professional.
Good luck.
Q: mood disorder ......???
my 15 yr was told she has a mood disorder may be schozo... i was going to try to get her SSI.. but she want to go to work in a month when she turns 16.. should i let her try.. if i dont i will never know if she could
cryoons what type of mood disorder.. the doc did not say she is schizo.. only that he is looking at that illness..she may not have it.. but diff a mood disorder
of course she is in school.. and if she can work i dont want her on SSI.. i would rather her have a college degree.. that way she get to move out and on her own as it should be
A: Shouldn't she be in school at 16? Anyway, if she wants to lead a normal life including work even though she may have a mood disorder, then she should. Let her have a normal life if she can.
Q: What is the difference between a personality disorder or mood disorder in an adolescent?
I am curious as to exactly what the difference would be such as causes, symptoms, therapy, and treatment would be for an adolescent when it comes to a personality disorder or mood disorder.
A: Personality disorders and mood disorders are DRASTICALLY different. Obviously, mood disorders are disturbances in one's mood while personality disorders are disturbances in the personality. You do recognize the difference between your mood and your personality, don't you? If not, your mood is a set of your current emotions and your personality is a set of the traits you usually exhibit.
I cannot tell you the difference in causes or symptoms of mood disorders and personality disorders because there are many types of both of them. Examples of mood disorders are depression and bipolar disorder. Examples of personality disorders are histronic personality disorder, dependent personality disorder, and antisocial personality disorder. Personality disorders are often co-morbid with mood disorders. Different disorders have different causes and symptoms. But I can say that mood disorders often have a biological cause where as personality disorders often have an environmental cause (e.g. parenting types, childhood environments, etc.). This isn't always the case for either one though, depending on the specific disorder in question.
Treatment and therapy also differ based on which mood disorder and personality disorder you are comparing. But overall, chemical treatments (like medicine) is much more common in mood disorders than in personality disorders because, like I said, mood disorders often have biological elements. Therapy is common in both of them, but personality disorders are harder to treat as they are ingrained in the person's behavior and they have high rates of recidivism (relapse).
Hope that helps...I know it was probably a very uninformative answer but you asked a very broad question that's a bit hard to answer precisely...
Q: What are battery of tests to test for mood disorder and memory impairment?
i need help on this one.. testing for mood disorder and memory impairment.. they are treated separately.. thanks
A: No specific blood tests or x-rays will tell the health care provider that a person definitely has bipolar disorder. The diagnosis is made on the basis of all the signs and symptoms.
If a person experiences at least four of the symptoms of mania and depression for a period of at least two weeks, that person may have bipolar disorder or another form of mood disorder.
The person may have a long history of feeling depressed and then finally have a first manic episode. This clinches the diagnosis. However, any potentially treatable medical condition that could account for severe mood swings should be ruled out first.
A complete physical examination is performed to check for enlarged glands, poor nerve function, or any other signs of a medical condition.
A detailed interview will focus on the signs of bipolar disorder such as periods of racing thoughts, risky behavior, and inflated self-esteem followed by periods of depression.
Certain tests may be ordered to rule out medical conditions that could cause mood swings, especially when the first manic episode occurs after the age of 40. Tests will probably be ordered to check the balance of salts and sugar in the blood, hormone function, blood cell counts, and drug and alcohol levels. These tests all are blood or urine tests.
CT scan or MRI of the head may be ordered to check for blood clots, bleeding, or tumors.
Rarely, an EEG (electroencephalogram), a brain wave study, may be ordered if the person is thought to have a seizure disorder. Electrodes are placed all over the scalp and secured by an adhesive. The electrodes are hooked up to a machine that traces brain waves. This is seldom performed in the emergency department.
A spinal tap (lumbar puncture) may be ordered to get a sample of spinal fluid. This will be done if signs suggest a brain infection, such as meningitis or encephalitis. Such an infection is generally only considered a possibility if the behavior change happened relatively recently or if a fever or other signs of infection are present. The laboratory will study the fluid and be able to tell if an infection is present.
Treatment is based on the results of these tests. If test results are all normal, the diagnosis is most likely a psychiatric disorder, such as bipolar disorder.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/bipolar_disorder/page5_em.htm
bipolar patients show declarative memory impairments, which are are present in both acute and remitted patients, and independent of their current state (manic versus depressive). These impairments were not a result of slowed motor or processing functions, and were not a result of inability to utilize strategic and organizational memory skills (such as clustering).
http://www.pendulum.org/bpnews/archive/001830.html
Q: How could one with bipolar mood disorder get a good job?
I have been diagnosed with bipolar mood disorder 2 months ago and my medicines areworking good in me , I should say because I feel better and better each day. Of course, I give credit to God who is my greatest Doctor and my Healer!!! I believe that God uses instruments to heal us. I have taken one step at a time. I don't hurry because I don't want to disappoint myself. Few years ago, I have been in 3 to 4 businesses but everything failed. I have a good side of it, being good in designing and production but on the financial side, I am very bad at it. Knowing just now having bipolar, I have realized that all of my failures were caused by my illness. Now that I am being treated, I am praying for God's guidance so I can be back to work or have a business which can help my family. I am married with a very supportive husband who did not leave me despite of my illness.. I have 2 beautiful children age 11 and 12. Please give me your encouragements to help me on this concern. Thanks...
A: People with bipolar illness are able to live normal happy lives. They can be successful in business and their personal life.
However, you have just been diagnosed and are just getting adjusted to your medication.
Give yourself a little time to feel better before you go out and work.
Right now, take care of your kids (they probably need extra attention from you after living through your illness) your husband, and yourself.
The best way you can help your family is to stay well. Keep taking your meds and don't be so hard on yourself.
Q: what can i do about bipolar mood disorder ?
I have no parents that care about my belief that I have bipolar mood disorder... So I am unable to seek their help... What can I do to get help...
I have not been professionally diagnosed, that is wat i wanted to do. But my parents don't believe I should be tested for it.... Wait till i get a car?
A: you mean you've not been professionally diagnosed??♦
Q: How could i describe Alfred Adler diagnosing a mood disorder?
I've searched everywhere on the internet and it doesn't really relate him to any mood disorders. can someone help me please? send a link? brief description.
A: This should help you. Click the Adler link and scroll down to Psychological types.
http://webspace.ship.edu/cgboer/perscontents.html
Q: what would you say about a mood disorder?
I have been anxious and suffered with depression my whole life and been put on lots of different medicine that has not worked. The psychologist wants to put me on lithium carb but i am nervous that it will cause problems for my future. Has anyone been on these or know of useful treatment for a mood disorder?
A: Hi,
I have been suffering from anxiety and depression since I was 15. I see a psychiatrist. I am now 18. I have been see my psychiatrist for about 2 1/2 years. I know what it is like to have a mood disorder. I had some good days but mostly bad. My psychiatrist put me on Lamictial. This medication has helped me a lot. It doesn't cause weight gain. I am not as depressed as I use to be. I am taking Lorazapam for my anxiety. It helps but it make me really sleepy. It also doesn't cause weight gain. I think you should stick with your psychologist advice, Medicine has different effects on different people. I have been though about 5 medications to find the right one for me.
GOOD LUCK
I hope your mood improves !!
Q: What is the best book that you could recommend me for guidance and self help about Bipolar Mood Disorder?
I have been diagnosed with Bipolar Mood Disorder 2 months ago and I have been surfing the net for possible info that I could get to educate myself and my family. Well, things are gettings better everyday as I pray hard and take my medications regularly. I got so interested with this topic knowing that there are many people out there like me. I searched amazon.com and found many references but I can not pin point which of those is the best. So, I am asking those who have tried purchasing books for Bipolar Mood Disorder and please do give me your suggestions based on your reading experiences. I will greatly appreciate your answers. It will help me and some who are in this condition. Please do specify the Title and the Author of the Book/s so it would be easy for me to look for them. I am from the Philippines and it's quite hard to look for books like these because in our Country, BMD is not yet that accepted in the society. So, please help me. I believe you can.. thanks a lot. Bye.......
A: By far the best book on Manic Depression is entitled:
A BRILLIANT MADNESS
This book is an autobiography of the actress Patty Duke who has been diagnosed with Manic Depression. The book is well written and entertaining.
Patty Duke will write a chapter, then a lady by the name of: Gloria Lochman will write a chapterf, Ms. Lochman focuses on the medial aspect while Patty Duke's wrtitings are of a more personal nature.
There are a lot of books out there on Bi Polar.
I consider it a priveledge to reccomend this book to you.
It is by far Number One!
Q: Do you know somebody with a mood disorder?
Do you know somebody with a mood disorder?
Can you tell me what its like ?
A: I know many people..
It can be very difficult because you don't always know what to do/what to say that can be helpful in their times of struggle.
I, myself, have Bipolar and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and I know I'm difficult to deal with ;] agh..
Mood disorders can be quite frustrating, but don't get too frustrated with the person, and don't ever give up.
Q: I think I need to seek help for a mood disorder but I don't want people to label me as a crazy person?
I know people aren't supposed to self-diagnose but I could swear on my life I have a mood disorder. It's greatly affecting my life and I want to seek treatment but I'm so worried about others considering me a loon. I think people will shun away from me and others won't love me as much as they do now.
A: If people love you, they will encourage you to get help if thats what you think you need. You could go talk to a psychologist and see if they can figure out whats wrong with you (and no one has to know). You could just say that you are going to run errands when you have an appointment if you dont want anyone to know.
Allot of people go see psychologist, it doesnt mean they are crazy.
Q: My teenage son has a mood disorder and is out of control?
My son has had a mood disorder dx 4 yrs ago & in March he went to residential tx finally after a life time of hell at home, school & everywhere. He was suppossed to stay one year, but his dad took him out after 31/2 mos. He claims he has greatly improved. He did not give it a chance to work and my son just screamed & fought w/me for 11/2hr. then went outside and jumped all over the hood of the car we are trying to sell & hit it with a skateboard denting it from front to back. I can't get his dad or his family to agree there is a serious problem. He has been dx 4 times, but they wont agree with any Dr., school district, child protective services or anyone that tries to help. In his last regular school year, he went thru 5 schools in 1 yr cuz of his uncontrollable behavior. We finally had a yr or more of guaranteed peace and tx, but his father refused it. I don't know what to do anymore I feel like I am going to lose my mind. I have to cry and hide in my room to get away from him.
A: I work for aplace called BOST. it is a waiver facility for mentally ill, mood disorder people, mentally retarded and autistic people. I am the case manager there and see this thing every day with my clients. But before they started the program they were worse than they are now. He really needs some medication for this, a doctor def. Pschycologist and look into some kind of medicaid waiver program. They train staff to deal with these kinds of things and also train you as well to better control things that happen with your son. I dont know where you live to help you find somewhere in your area to see if they have have such program. Your husband is so wrong to not want to do anything about this. I do believe a special program , meds and a dr will alleviate some of these problems, even though your son will have this for the rest of his life he will be much better in his intermittent displosive behavior. Which he will probably be diagnosed with when he sees a Dr. IF you can get ahold of me some way in email or im i will so further help u with this situation as much as i can ncooper69_2003@yahoo.com I do believe in maybe the police to help you in case he is hurting himself or someone else in your family but i also believe it will make things worse for him and will not help him get better in any way
Q: how can a doctoer tell you have a mood disorder?
Is the doctoer going to ask you questions about your mood?
Or are they going to take any kinda of blood test? Or how do they find out??
and also what is the medication for mood disorders called?
A: first of all there are no blood tests for mood disorders, the dr. will have to do an assessment after talking to u. about medication there are several. i alone am taking three different ones.
Q: Is bipolar disorder a mood, mental, or behavioral disorder?
Many people say that bipolar disorder is a mood disorder but I see it as more of a mental "disturbance" instead of a mental "illness". I also see it as somewhat of a behavioral and mood disorder. So the question is, what category does bipolar disorder fit into?
A: It is all three. Behavioral only because of the disorder's affect on the persons thoughts due to mood changes.
Q: whats the difference between generalized anxiety disorder and mood disorder?
is there any difference between these two disorder? im on faverin and risperdone; the doctor told me that i have mood disorder but when i receive a letter from the doctor regarding my diagnosis then it was generalized anxiety disorder; im confused; pls tell me what is my actual diagnosis? thank you
A: A mood disorder is a vague term that covers many things. Generalised Anxiety disorder is more specific and is what you suffer from.
I got this from the web.
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is an anxiety disorder that is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable and often irrational worry about everyday things that is disproportionate to the actual source of worry. This excessive worry often interferes with daily functioning, as individuals suffering GAD typically catastrophise, anticipate disaster, and are overly concerned about everyday matters such as health issues, money, death, family problems, friend problems or work difficulties.[1] They often exhibit a variety of physical symptoms, including fatigue, fidgeting, headaches, nausea, numbness in hands and feet, muscle tension, muscle aches, difficulty swallowing, bouts of difficulty breathing, trembling, twitching, irritability, sweating, insomnia, hot flashes, and rashes. These symptoms must be consistent and on-going, persisting at least 6 months, for a formal diagnosis of GAD to be introduced. [1] Approximately 6.8 million American adults experience GAD.[2]