Results 1 to 8 of 8

Thread: I think I have cyclothymia...

  1. #1
    TheSexKitten
    Guest

    Default I think I have cyclothymia...

    I think I have a mild form of bipolar disorder called cyclothymia.

    Within the past 6 month or so, I've gone between moods of what I was calling "laziness" and "productivity", but now that I think a bit more deeply about this, my mood and lifestyle has little to do with sheer laziness.

    "The symptoms of cyclothymia are essentially the same as those of bipolar disorder, but they're less severe and the episodes of highs and lows are generally shorter in duration."

    "A key feature of hypomania is the presence of at least one of the following:
    -Unusually good mood or cheerfulness (euphoria)
    -Irritability or angry outbursts
    -Inflated self-esteem
    -Nearly constant talking
    -Driven engagement in work, relationships or hobbies

    A key feature of mild to moderate depression in cyclothymia is either:
    -Persistent feelings of sadness or, in children, persistent irritability
    -Diminished interest or pleasure in all or most activities
    -Change in weight
    -Difficulty sleeping
    -Excessive sleeping
    -Loss of energy
    -Difficulty concentrating or making decisions"



    About a month ago, I was so damn unmotivated that I could barely even get myself into work enough to pay rent. Then, a few weeks after that, I started cleaning all the time, becoming overly talkative, and discussing my grand plans for and understanding of life and how much I had to offer, etc. Looking back, what a weird fucking conversation.

    Now, I haven't gotten out of bed all day. I feel lethargic. I barely go to the gym anymore. The thought of work makes me cringe. Or tear up. Or both. A few weeks ago I would have jumped up to go be the perfect sexy being that I am.

    I've been irritable with everyone recently, and I either overstudy or can't for the life of me open a text book.

    I just got off the phone with my dad (Masters in psych, is schizophrenic/bipolar) and he says that it sounds to him more like Bipolar 1, but I personally think my symptoms are too mild to qualify for that. Either way, I have a psychiatrist recommended and I'll be making an appointment for sometime this week.

    Wish me luck! I somehow knew this would happen someday... I knew I wouldn't be able to escape the damn family curse. Physically, we're hale and hardy ('cept for skin cancer), but mentally my family is all quite damaged.
    Last edited by TheSexKitten; 03-02-2008 at 06:44 PM.

  2. #2
    God/dess
    Joined
    Feb 2005
    Location
    San Diego, CA
    Posts
    2,210
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: I think I have cyclothymia...

    Good luck!
    You can't love something you think is flawless - me


  3. #3
    rooster470
    Guest

    Default Re: I think I have cyclothymia...

    I hear you. I family has lots of depression and anxiety disorders. good luck

  4. #4
    Banned
    Joined
    Nov 2007
    Location
    schlong beach
    Posts
    2,096
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: I think I have cyclothymia...

    you're a stripper, you have an excuse.
    you live in CA, we're all fucked up.

    (no, i'm seriously kidding... and i'm sorry, sweetie... but yeah, sometimes diagnoses explain a lot, and help to make people want to take action on improving their situations... so if that's the case, then i hope you can find what you need to make yourself feel better!!!) if you ever need to talk about it, pm me... i know exactly what you're going through.

  5. #5
    God/dess
    Joined
    Jul 2004
    Location
    Temporary Lurkmode...
    Posts
    12,609
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 79 Times in 35 Posts

    Default Re: I think I have cyclothymia...

    I'm glad you're taking action and making an appointment. You're doing alot for yourself by just making an appointment. I hope you get this resolved soon so you can have peace within yourself.
    you live like an ivy vine
    you can only survive by clinging onto trees
    that's your flaw
    put down some roots so you can stand on your own
    -Kenpachi



  6. #6
    TheSexKitten
    Guest

    Default Re: I think I have cyclothymia...

    Thanks for the encouragement, everyone! It's kind of scary but I'm glad I'm catching it early (if there truly is anything really wrong).

  7. #7
    Veteran Member LadyLuck's Avatar
    Joined
    Feb 2008
    Location
    USA
    Posts
    521
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: I think I have cyclothymia...

    Sounds like you are being proactive so I am sure all will turn out fine in the end.

  8. #8
    Featured Member
    Joined
    Jan 2007
    Posts
    1,242
    Thanks
    1
    Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts

    Default Re: I think I have cyclothymia...

    It's good to see that you are taking care of yourself.
    Let me know if there's anything I can do.
    Quote Originally Posted by Helle View Post
    ::WARNING:: stripperweb does not contain the views of any actual strippers ::WARNING::

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •