Should you tell someone you have bipolar?
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Should you tell someone you have bipolar?
Should You Disclose Your Bipolar Disorder? “Definitely do not tell the person on your first date,” Zamo says emphatically. According to Greenberg, not disclosing right away is okay if doing so would be uncomfortable. But, she adds, “If the relationship is getting more serious, you should reveal it.”
How do I explain my bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a type of mood disorder in which people have prolonged episodes of low mood (major depression) and of abnormally ‘high’ or elevated mood (mania or hypomania). These episodes disrupt a person’s life, interfering with their thoughts,emotions, behaviours, relationships, and day-to-day functioning.
Can people with bipolar disorder tell?
So no, not everyone who has bipolar disorder knows they have it. There are lots of reasons why someone with bipolar disorder might not realize it—or why they might deny having it even if they do.
How can you find out if you are bipolar?
“Mood swings” from day to day or moment to moment do not necessarily indicate a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. Rather, the diagnosis hinges on having periods of unusual elevation or irritability in mood that are coupled with increases in energy, sleeplessness, and fast thinking or speech.
How to tell someone you are bipolar?
Consider the setting.
Can you tell if you are bipolar?
For a bipolar disorder diagnosis, you must have several depression symptoms that make it hard for you to function every day for at least 2 weeks. You have bouts of over-the-top energy and excitement. This is mania. It’s a high that goes way beyond “happy” or “joyful.” Some people have it often, others hardly ever.
How to tell if you have bipolar II disorder?
Bipolar patients in a low, depressive episode may display symptoms, such as: Sleeping too much Trouble falling asleep Increase in appetite and weight Low, hopeless, or dejected mood Suicidal thoughts Difficulty concentrating Slow speech Forgetfulness