top 3 signs

CamanoGirl

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Joined : Oct 2011

Posts : 276

Posted 5/22/2012 11:25 PM (GMT 0)

I think I might be getting manic.
My kids are mentioning that I am.
What are your top 3 signs that you are getting manic?

happy bill

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Posted 5/23/2012 12:40 AM (GMT 0)

For me it's a definete set of physical symptoms.

1. My temp goes up, or At least it feels like it does

2. It feels like a steel band is being drawn across my head

3. My mind starts racing out of control. Really racing.

But I do love my hypomanias. Lol lol lol

Bill

mogli

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Posted 5/23/2012 12:52 AM (GMT 0)

Racing mind & speech.

Increased anixety and panic attacks.

Spending money (or doing other things I shouldn't do; drink excessive alcohol, flirt etc)

Very thoughtful post!! It is very important to pay attention to our symptoms so we can focus on managing them.

Great post!!

Oaktree

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Joined : May 2012

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Posted 5/23/2012 1:25 AM (GMT 0)

"Spending money (or doing other things I shouldn't do; drink excessive alcohol, flirt etc)"

Thank you for being truthful.

tortoise11

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Posted 5/23/2012 2:26 AM (GMT 0)

Body temperature up and eyes dilate (everything looks brighter)
Waking up early in the morning
Not sleeping enough (and not tired)
Less or no appetite
Hyperfocus

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