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My son is facing bipolar problem. Please guide. He is not sleeping. He is speaking too much and his mood is getting changed now and then.

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Hi, please consult a Clinical Psychologist for an accurate diagnosis. ...  Read More

I think i may be suffering with bipolar and i need answers the doctors will not help me. i have had this ever since a child but just recently have they became harmfull.

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Please explain your symptoms.. I'm sure there is help available ...  Read More

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I am pretty sure I have bipolar. Doctors have diagnosed me with depression but I do not feel depressed. I have times where I get into a depressive mood but that comes alongside periods of elation, unreasonable optimism, energy ect.

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Hello dear, Thanks for your query. See, having 2 poles of mood (sadness and elation) are absolutely normal. But, it becomes a disorder and needs diagnosis ans treatment when either of the pole dominat ...  Read More

I have been different since i was a kid. i take a keen interest in psychology and i stumbled upon bipolar disorder. although it doesnt completely match the symptoms, but most of it does.

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In your case, consultation with psychiatrist is required for evaluation. he may educate you about bipolar disorder and risk in you. ...  Read More

I was talking with a friend yesterday and she noticed how my mood changes so easily and she's got that worried look on her face. I looked up symptoms on bipolar disorder and took some online tests and it showed that I might be suffering from moderate bipolar disorder. How can I confirm this? I'm only 17 and I'm not really open to talking with my pa

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Until you get some professionals evaluation you should not confirm yourself. U need to consult a psychiatrist as early as possible for your further analysis. ...  Read More

Actually i have experienced both the mood swing . Eg mania : Like over confidence, risk taking behaviour, lavish spending, poor decision, even 2 hrs sleep is enough for the whole day, racing thoughts, taking too fast etc Depression: Low self esteem, poor sleep or sleeplessness, lethargic, loss of interest to do things, depressed state of mind, cr

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Hi, As per your history you might having bipolar mood disorder. But details of your mood episode is missing like how much your work affected by your symptoms, till how many days such symptoms are the ...  Read More

Good afternoon , I am raghu ,in 2013 father expired , after that mother health issues started , after that job change for every 6-8 months , I have mastribute habit per day 3 times ,due to out side food , cholesterol problem , after that depression, marriage problem started , loved girl rejected , uncle daughter married ,but headache started I do

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Need to be evaluated ...  Read More

Can you please tell me what is soft bipolar ?? And what is the symptoms of soft bipolar disorders???

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Hi, There are a number of symptoms that can be attributed to soft bipolar disorder. Episodes of Mood swings: Mood swings beginning around the time of adolescence. Individuals will alternate between b ...  Read More

I have lost a lot of friends because I isolated myself since covid, I told my parents the classic reason I am an introvert and I feel fatigued after socialising but that was far from the truth. I opened up to one of my friends who I haven't seen in 3 years about how I feel since last year. It felt good to open up and he said it could be bipolar. I

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Meet the expert Psychologist asap otherwise it may get complicated. Self diagnosis or Google information is dangerous. Your Psychological issue can be well treated with counseling sessions and homeop ...  Read More

My doctor said I have bipolar... is bipolar and schizophrenia normal for everyone... will everyone have confusions

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Hello, Saying bipolar and schizophrenia are normal will be incorrect. However, many people are undiagnosed for entire lives. Bipolar is a mood disorder where in the person can function normally and ...  Read More

My father is diagnosed with bipolar disorder 4 months ago and is under medications he is having decreased appetite and sour taste is it normal with antipsychotics? Or in bipolar?

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Hi will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for a second opinion ...  Read More

My mother 60 yr age is suffering from schizophrenia and bipolar faced hullucination with anger . what medication should i give her ?

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Consult a Psychiatrist. ...  Read More

I am diagnosed with bipolar disorder. I am under treatment since 2019. My current medications are betacap tr40, cognicare, acamprol, lamitor dt 50 , qutipin 25. I am feeling very low and unable to cope with daily events. Earlier i was on strong medicines but now as i felt better during april may 2025 it was reduced . now again i feel severely depr

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The medications can be revised . Consult with your psychiatrist, if it doesn’t work out get a second opinion ...  Read More

I'm on valproate, lithium, amisulpride, trihexyphenidyl, risperidone and propranolol for my bipolar 2. It's been 3 months since I'm on my medications. I used to smoke a lot. Now I tend to smoke sometimes. May be 2-3 per week. Will it hamper the effect of my medicines? I have reduced smoking a lot. Will I have to leave it completely?

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Better to leave completely as per consultation with psychiatrist. ...  Read More

I have been on medication since 2 years for bipolar disorder. I turned 31. I want to ask that should I get married if I am bipolar? When I tell the prospects that I have bipolar disorder but it's manageable by medicine and it's under control then I get a No as a response and marriage is cancelled. Is it possible in arrange marriage that I will be

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Hi.. Yes, you can marry in India. While some people may have concerns due to stigma, many individuals with bipolar disorder lead fulfilling married lives with the right support and treatment. It’ ...  Read More

I have bipolar disorder and take olanzapine. I have insomnia and have tried trazodone and anti histamine for it with no relief. My doctor has prescribed dayvigo. Is it safe in bipolar and suitable for long term use?

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Yes, it is safe to take in people with bipolar disorder. However, the medication is not guaranteed to work. It improves sleep in some people but not in others. There is no way to know until you try. ...  Read More

Is bipolar treatment is possible what therapy is used and medicines used how match time does it take

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Bipolar disorder is treatable through a combination of medications and therapy, tailored to the individual's needs. Here's a summary of effective therapies: 1. Medication Mood Stabilizers Antipsychoti ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder for 7 years,i am taking medication for the same time also but still there are some of the symptoms prevalent like mania,over talkativeness,spending money on useless things,feeling like i am god or big person,suicidal thoughts,mood swings etc, but there are not like much intense like before but still probl

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Medication are important to stay in remission ...  Read More

Is bipolar disorder a severe mental illness..a girl having bipolar disorder is not eligible for marriage...someone said it is mentioned in law slso a female having bipolar disorder is not able for marriage...what medical science said abt this...plz guide correctly ...bcoz most of the girls suffer they think they are not able for marraige...

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It is a very tricky issue as per the current law. It states that marriage can be considered null and void if either party is suffering from a mental illness that prevents them from having a normal mar ...  Read More

I have been on olazapine for few years for bipolar disorder. I have anxiety and extreme insomnia. Is there a Ayurvedic medicine for curing bipolar insomnia

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Ya you can consult here for proper treatment. ...  Read More

I've been on olazapine for few years for bipolar disorder. Yesterday I started taking trazodone 12.5 for insomnia. I am feeling quite depressed today. Is it normal? Should I give it few more days?

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Try for few more days, if still feeling low you can consult with your psychiatrist and seek alternate ...  Read More

I've been on olazapine for few years for bipolar disorder and recently started having insomnia symptoms. My doctor has suggested low dose mirtazapine or trazodone for sleep. Are these medicines safe in bipolar in low doses?

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Consult properly a psychiatrist for further treatment ...  Read More

I'm suffering from Bipolar Disorder from last 9 years. But I found out this year only. Please suggest treatment which is effective & side effects free. Thank you!

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The primary mode of treatment is pharmacological. Evidence suggests that psychotherapy taken in conjunction with medication would give you the best possible outcome. Please reach out to us for holisti ...  Read More

I am taking allopathic treatment for bipolar disorder since three years ... Doctors says there is no cure for bipolar. Is there any scope in ayurveda... I want to quit my allopathic medicine... I have severe anxiety and mood swings...

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Start proper ayurvedic medicine.. To get rid of this problem without any side effects ...  Read More

Is there an alternative treatment for bipolar disorder and ocd? I have been on medications for the last seven years and have gone through lot of side effects. I want a better treatment plan with less side effects.

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There are alternative medicines but cannot depend on only alternatives therapy to treat bipolar and ocd. These diseases are medical illness and need medical intervention apart from alternative therapy ...  Read More

I wanted to learn more about this disorder. If it's just my mind or is it sure that I've a bipolar disorder.

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Bipolar disorder is just a state of mind nothing else if you have. You can cure it by yourself... Just be with good & Happy moody friends, always try to think positive in every single situation ...  Read More

Can we write bipolar as bpd in short form(bipolar or borderline) I m diagnosed bpd by my doctor in ranchi

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Yes, it can be. Better to find out from your doctor rather than assuming. ...  Read More

How to diagnose autism in an adult specially when he feels he is absolutely normal and doesn't need to visit a psychiatrist. What would be the best way to diagnose autism and bipolar in an adult without a visit to the doctor as the patient doesn't have insight nor will be visit.

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There are clinical features of both the disorders but a professional can diagnose it. You need either get the patient or you can consult as an attendant because detailed history and clinical examinati ...  Read More

I was earlier diagnosed pgi chd doc ocd as i had tics insomania anxiety after 6 months i had a manic episode then diagnosed with bipolar disorder.My question is why there is ambiguty in diagnosis??

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Undergo detail Psychodiagnostic assessment to confirm the diagnosis it's subjective plus objective detail assessment..u can contact us ... ...  Read More

Symptoms of ocd and bipolar are quite similar without mania making diagnosis tough for a doctor?? Ocd can cause tics insomania repetitive wordss depression anxiety

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Both are different. ...  Read More

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