NPD vs BPD vs Bipolar disorder?
Ok, I know its hard to tell between NPD and BPD, so if you can't answer this part, its ok. BUT can you be diagnosed with lets NPD and also have bipolar disorder? The reason i say this is because I was recently diagnosed bipolar type 1, doc said its pretty severe. gave me loads of pills and stuff...... Well its seems like im in denial and I really don't want to be labeled bipolar, but a therapist also suggested im bipolar before I went to the pdoc. 4 years ago, when things weren't that serious, even then i saw a doctor, he didn't tell me what I had, but he was giving me bipolar medicine. i didn't stay with that doc long cuz of moving to college. ANYWAYS, reading about Narcisstic Personality Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder, I seem to have a mix of both, and I don't think that's possible, but regardless its seems like I have either NPD or BPD, and im not sure if this can occur along with bipolar disorder. Should I bring this up with the doc the next time i see him? Could it be a possibility that I am just bipolar and that I exhibit NPD or BPD behavior that's also common with people with bipolar? I remember once someone told me that bipolar and borderline personality disorder and not far apart, and that bipolar disorder is basically a severe case of BPD. Is that true? Lets be honest, if I had BPD/NPD the doctor would have realized right? The chances of the doctor saying "hey man, you don't have bipolar disorder, your just got NPD or BPD" is slim right?
Could I have bipolar disorder?
I started out online as you did - my sister said to me "you have been a bit manic lately" so I googled manic and mania and ended up on bipolar sites - 2 sites I went to had online tests (Ill give the links below) both tests said if you score over 25 (I think) then you may be bipolar I scored in the 40s on both so I printed out the tests and took them to my GP (regular Dr) and he referred me to a psychiatrist - I took the test results to the psychiatrist and he said he knew of one of the tests however it wasnt rocket science to diagnose me as I was talking a million miles per hour my mind was jumping from topic to topic mid sentence and Id forget what I was talking about and have to ask the Dr what I was saying and he had to bring me back to topic many times, I also had spent $65000.00 of my equity in my home in a 6 month period and I didnt have much to show for it and there is also my history of about 17 years of just plain depression and lastly I had been self medicating without realising it for around 7 years with Benzos to help me sleep and Valium to calm me down as I thought my mania was panic attacks and so did my GP ... thats just some of the story but I think you get the picture.' Have a look at the sites below and if they do suggest you have bipolar print them out and take them to your Dr and take it from there http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/publ... http://counsellingresource.com/lib/quizz...
What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?
For me, there were signs of bipolar for as long as I can remember. I was always extremely sensitive and emotional, and the intensity increased as I got older.CHILDHOOD SIGNS:I didn't eat meat because I felt sorry for the animals.I cried when other people got hurt (physically or emotionally).I was extremely imaginative and created all kinds of games / I was never bored.I got so caught up in my thoughts that I would be unaware of my surroundings.I laughed so hard I could barely breathe and I couldn't stop.I cried so hard I could barely breathe and I couldn't stop.I was consumed with what others thought of me.I transitioned from happy, euphoric, annoyed, anxious, fearful, and sad in one day.A turning point was when I was 15. I was raped by 2 older boys. I wanted to die, and I had a plan. But, I chose to drink alcohol instead, and for the first time, I didn't feel. My brain became relaxed, and I could sleep.When I became sober as an adult, all those feelings that had been dormant came back stronger than before.MY ADULT SIGNS:not sleeping for 2–3 nights in a rowtalking very fast & non-stop, racing thoughts, higher pitched voice, overflowing ideaseuphoria, feelings of world-wide harmony, LOVE for everyoneReckless behavior / spontaneous decisionsseeing new meanings to thingsextended sleeping / not getting up from bedfeelings of depression and hopelessnessuninterested in any activityanger outburstsanxiety / panic attacksthoughts of suicideEach person has a unique set of symptoms, but if emotions hinder the ability to live a healthy, functioning life, it could be bipolar disorder.
Do i have bipolar disorder? or is it the fluvoxamine?
I'm not sure what fluvoxamine is, but bipolar is usually when your experience extreme mood changes. You are extremely happy, extremely sad, and you live life like it is a roller coaster! It seems to me that so many bipolar people dont want to admitt that they are bipolar, but its not a disease, just some serious chemical imbalances going on. Medication usuall helps. It wont cure it, but it does calm you down. The ups and downs are not as extreme. You should consult a doc to find out for sure. But remember to stay happy. Nothing in life is worth getting too upset about. Trust me I have been through some heavy stuff. But I guess we all have.
Why do some people have Bipolar Disorder?
The answer to this question is pretty much the same as the answer to “Why do some people develop schizophrenia?” Or “Why do some people get Major Depressive Disorder?” Or “Why do some people get cancer?”It starts with genetics. Genetics are not *determinative* in that if you have “bad genes” you *will* develop bipolar disorder, it’s just that you’re more susceptible to the condition if the right set of factors come together. Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, major depressive order, and even cancer all seem to have some sort of familial connection. If someone else in your family has the condition, then the odds are that you’re more likely to have the same condition yourself someday. But it’s not necessarily going to happen. However, the converse is not true: if *no one* in your family has had bipolar disorder, it doesn’t mean you’re “immune.”The second part, which I’m sure will be no surprise, is environment. The science around this is not so settled that we can say, “If *this* happens, then you *will* develop bipolar disorder,” just as there are plenty of people who smoke that never develop lung cancer.What should you do if you have a family history of bipolar disorder? Do a little bit of research so you’ll know the warning signs. Discuss them with a close friend or a loved one, and ask them to tell you if they see any of these traits emerging. *You* won’t be able to see it first because you’re too caught up in the situation, you can’t be objective. If your friend or loved one expresses concern, get thee to a psychiatrist who is qualified to make a diagnosis.Take care of yourself. Make sure you have “good sleep hygiene” — that you have regular sleeping habits. Exercise, get that heart pumping just a bit for at least 20–30 minute 4–5 times a week, more if possible. Eat a good diet with plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits. You know this routine already! :-)
Could you be narcissistic and have bipolar disorder?
Yes, Bipolar is a chemically based mood disorder that exists in the brain and is typically treated with a mood stabilizer.Narcissistic Personality Disorder is not something genetic or biochemical; it’s a set of personality traits that were developed by the person over time to cope with events of their upbringing. There are different opinions on what causes NPD but a combination of entitlement, lack of accountability, parental over-indulgence, and sometimes trauma or caregiver absence or neglect can create this personality structure.Because a person could be born with a mood instability, and also develop a personality disorder, the two can co-exist.However, it’s also true that people with NPD are often misdiagnosed with a mood disorder as they are so emotionally volatile. Their volatility is not chemical, but just them having meltdowns when they don’t get their way.Here are some details about NPD and Bipolar. Best, S.