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== == It is possible, especially when they are in the "manic" phase of the illness, particularly if they experience psychotic symptoms, such as hearing voices or having delusional beliefs. When bi-polar people are "high" they lose their usual inhibitions, which would include the inhibition not to be violent towards other people. This could make them "lash out" physically or verbally against an "innocent bystander" if they misconstrued something that had been said, or just imagined something had been said. They are likely to over-react to anything they take as "thwarting" their plans, however unrealistic these may be. Another possibility is that on some level they are aware that they are unwell and need help, but instead of admitting this, they "engineer" a situation, which may involve violence, in order to demonstrate that they need help. I disagree with the above statement, as someone who for many years has bipolar. There are very fine lines in between diagnosing mental health disorders. Plus there is a lot of unknown of how and why of disorders. Hearing voices or having delusional beliefs on the very extreme of symptoms for mania, "sometimes, severe episodes of mania or depression include symptoms of '''psychosis (or psychotic symptoms). I believe the more correct mental disorder would be Borderline personality disorder (BPD) - which can co-exist with bipolar''' * Borderline personality disorder (BPD)is a serious mental illness characterized by pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image, and behavior. This instability often disrupts family and work life, long-term planning, and the individual's sense of self-identity. Originally thought to be at the "borderline" of psychosis, people with BPD suffer from a disorder of emotion regulation. While less well known than schizophrenia or Bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness), BPD is more common, affecting 2 percent of adults, mostly young women.1 There is a high rate of self-injury without suicide intent, as well as a significant rate of suicide attempts and completed suicide in severe cases.2,3 Patients often need extensive mental health services, and account for 20 percent of psychiatric hospitalizations.4 Yet, with help, many improve over time and are eventually able to lead productive lives. * While a person with depression or bipolar disorder typically endures the same mood for weeks, a person with BPD may experience intense bouts of anger, depression, and anxiety that may last only hours, or at most a day. These may be associated with episodes of impulsive aggression, self-injury, and drug or alcohol abuse. Distortions in cognition and sense of self can lead to frequent changes in long-term goals, career plans, jobs, friendships, gender identity, and values. Sometimes people with BPD view themselves as fundamentally bad, or unworthy. They may feel unfairly misunderstood or mistreated, bored, empty, and have little idea who they are. Such symptoms are most acute when people with BPD feel isolated and lacking in social support, and may result in frantic efforts to avoid being alone. * People with BPD often have highly unstable patterns of social relationships. While they can develop intense but stormy attachments, their attitudes towards family, friends, and loved ones may suddenly shift from idealization (great admiration and love) to devaluation (intense anger and dislike). Thus, they may form an immediate attachment and idealize the other person, but when a slight separation or conflict occurs, they switch unexpectedly to the other extreme and angrily accuse the other person of not caring for them at all. Even with family members, individuals with BPD are highly sensitive to rejection, reacting with anger and distress to such mild separations as a vacation, a business trip, or a sudden change in plans. These fears of abandonment seem to be related to difficulties feeling emotionally connected to important persons when they are physically absent, leaving the individual with BPD feeling lost and perhaps worthless. Suicide threats and attempts may occur along with anger at perceived abandonment and disappointments. * People with BPD exhibit other impulsive behaviors, such as excessive spending, binge eating and risky sex. BPD often occurs together with other psychiatric problems, particularly bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and other personality disorders. Source: nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/borderline-personality-disorder-fact-sheet
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∙ 15y agoIn the sense that living with anyone who is mentally or emotionally disturbed can create its own confusion and emotional problems, yes.
The condition is called codependency, and it is similar to the emotional turmoil engendered in people who live around alcoholics and addicts. Support is available. Contact your local mental health association for support groups in your area. You are not alone.
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∙ 13y agoSome people with bipolar disorder self-mutilate during depressive episodes.
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Is Bipolar disorder harmful?
It's possible, especially because of the hyperactivity, impulsivity, and aggressive behavior. These can cause the bipolar person to harm themselves or the people and objects around them.
Why does bipolar disorder cause distress?
well like the story of Vincent van gogh who a lot of people say he had bipolar its when there mood changes quickly. the medication they take makes them feel depressed and suicidal, they sometimes end up sleeping for 16 hours they end up so determined to kill themselves. like when Vincent cut of his ear and killed himself. the medz are the main problem. bipolar people want to self harm themselves so much a lot end up slitting there wrists, suicide and trying to kill themselves.
Does bipolar affect your daily life?
Yes. Those with bipolar disorder have happy, high-energy moments and sad, hopeless moments known as "manic episodes" and "depressive episodes". During manic episodes, they might end up engaging in more impulsive behavior, starting arguments and doing things that might harm themselves in some way. During depressive episodes, they can withdraw from social events or cause others to not want to be around them because they seem to "bring down the mood". People with bipolar disorder can also have trouble maintaining a permanent job because they might take days off or become hospitalized due to the disorder.
Are people with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia considered dangerous and crazy?
People with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia are generally considered "crazy" or "insane". Schizophrenia is the archetypal "insane" disorder, and bipolar disorder is similar to schizophrenia. Crazy is a politically incorrect term.People with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are often thought to be dangerous. People with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia do have a higher than average rate of violence, mostly associated with substance abuseSome terms need to be clarified first:crazy, a popular term meaning you cannot understand someone else's behavior or thinking. this term is frequently used derogatorily to put another down or to discriminate against them.insane, a legal term meaning unable to tell right from wrong and thus cannot be held responsible for their actions. a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity in a criminal trial is basically admitting to committing the crime one is charged with, but claiming you cannot be held responsible and punished for it because you did not know the crime was wrong.psychotic, a medical term meaning a break with reality usually involving hallucinations and/or delusions. this is a collection of medically treatable symptoms.dangerous, a legal term meaning likely to do harm to property, others, or themselves.mood, a medical term meaning an internal subjective emotional state.Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder. Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder. There is no such thing as an insane disorder.Reliable studies have shown that people with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia are no more dangerous than people in the average population. In many cases they are actually more likely to be victims than perpetrators!
What kind of health problems does demi lovato have?
she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder while in treatment and in an interview she said she entered rehab for anorexia/bulimia, self-harm, depression, and PTSD
Do people that harm themselves harm others?
No, no necissarily. Some people harm themselves because they hate themselves and gernerally they have no intention of harming others. (me) The thing is when people self harm it brings them releif adn a sense of reality. But if they harmed someone else it wouldn't bring them the same releif so all in all the answer is NO i hope i helped :) x
Why do people harm the animals?
People who harm animals were likely hurt themselves. When people are abused, they look for someone who is weaker than they are to hurt.
Why do bears attack people when you harm them?
they want to defend themselves
Which mental disorder causes more people to kill other people?
There is no one mental disorder that directly causes people to kill others. However, individuals with certain mental health conditions, such as antisocial personality disorder or psychosis, may be at a higher risk of violent behavior if their symptoms are not managed effectively. It is important to seek professional help if you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition to prevent harm to oneself or others.
What are people called who cut themselves?
only some gothics harm themselves only some emo cut themselves
What kind of harm can taking medications for bipolar disease effect a fetus?
Several bipolar medications are known to cause birth defects.
What chromosome is bipolar disorder?
it is probably not connected with any given chromosome. i suspect it involves dozens or even hundreds of different genes scattered over the chromosomes, and the allele of each gene that causes bipolar when you get many of them is the same one that gives a person with only a few some unusual ability that is very advantageous. i believe that any genetic attempt to eliminate bipolar would severely harm the human species!
