How can doctors tell you are bipolar?

Answer 1

The best way to find out if your bipolar is to do your research. There are many surveys available online now where you can answer yes and no to different symptoms, moods, experiences. While this should never be used without consulting a professional (your doctor or psych) it can help you better recognize for yourself things that are bothering you. This can be the first step. If you feel you have several symptoms similar to bipolar like periods of hypomania, mania and depression, cycles then you need to consult a physician. They will be able to prescribe you the necessary treatment or send you to the right specialist. It is important you go to a doctor for a diagnoses because there are different levels of the illness and you could be on the high end and not even realize it and this can put you at risk and others (you attempt very risky behavior in the highs).

Answer 2

Bipolar is a mental illness. People with Bipolar disorder have a chemical imbalance in their brain. They cannot control it on their own. It is not their fault, and is thought to be a hereditary illness. There is no cure for bipolar, but it can be controlled through medication. Bipolar disorder involves periods of elevated mood, or mania. Usually—but not always —the disorder also involves periods of depression. In a typical case, a person with bipolar disorder cycles between these two extremes—experiencing recurrent episodes of both elevated and depressed mood, often with symptom-free stretches in between. There are four types of mood episodes that can occur in bipolar disorder, each with a unique pattern of symptoms: Mania Hypomania Depression Mixed episode Signs and symptoms of mania In the manic phase of bipolar disorder, feelings of heightened energy, creativity, and euphoria are common. People experiencing a manic episode often talk a mile a minute, sleep very little, and are hyperactive. They may also feel like they’re all-powerful, invincible, or destined for greatness. But while mania feels good at first, it has a tendency to spiral out of control. People often behave recklessly during a manic episode —gambling away savings, engaging in inappropriate sexual activity, or making foolish business investments, for example. They may also become angry, irritable, and aggressive, picking fights, lashing out when others don’t go along with their plans, and blaming anyone who criticizes their behavior. Common signs and symptoms of mania include: Feeling unusually “high” and optimistic OR extremely irritable Unrealistic, grandiose beliefs about one’s abilities or powers Sleeping very little, but feeling extremely energetic Talking so rapidly that others can’t keep up Racing thoughts; jumping quickly from one idea to the next Highly distractible, unable to concentrate Impaired judgment and impulsiveness Acting recklessly without thinking about the consequences Delusions and hallucinations (in severe cases)

Answer 3

If bipolar runs in your family it may be 50% possible you have the disease if your angry then depressed then u just want to die it may be some symptoms on Bipolar ask you docter or parent if it runs in your family if it is a yes i would consult a docter.

Answer 4

I don't know your age, but if you are expiriencing depression e.t.c you should talk to your parents (they might have already noticed somethings up) If you are feeling mentaly unwell you should bring it up at your gp, and they may reffer you to counselling. But diagnosing bipolar takes time, even for professionals. it is very difficult to diagnose.

Answer 5

the best way to tell if you are bi polar is if otheres are telling you you are. Most people that a re bipolar go cold to hot without doing so on purpose. If you cath yourself changing moods very frequently and without any apparent reason you are most like bi polar. The best way of course is to consult with a pshycologist.

Answer 6

Bipolar Disorder is characterized by episodes of mania (highs) and depression (lows). If you are spending lots of money, sleeping more (or not at all), and experiencing racing thoughts or crying spells, you might be Bipolar.

Answer 7

By comparing symptoms to the diagnostic criteria in the current DSM (Diagnostic & Statistical Manual). At this time that is DSM-IV-TR. The new version DSM-V is expected soon.

Answer 8

A regular doctor would not be able to. It would have to be a psychologist who is trained to look out for the symptoms present in people who possess the disease