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Suggest Methods To Handle Hyperactiveness
My girlfriend said I had severe mood swings so I went to the doctor and he said I was just depressed. The medicine he gave me seems to work a little but I still get depressed, just not as bad. I think I may be bipolar, but the doctor asked the wrong kinds of questions and I can't find much different online. I don't splurg with money or feel on top of the world. I have gotten very hyper, went running around for no reason, barked at the kids like a dog, among many other things. My coworkers, friends and family noticed I was acting very hyper and energized yesterday (mentioned above) and they asked if I only took one "happy Pill." I've taken a half-dose before and it did me no good and I was still depressed. What should I do?
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns
I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Please do not diagnose self. Self diagnosis is dangerous. You are hyper active, fine, and that is your description. Doctors always their own view point according to their experience and practice and you need to trust them. Or find a psychiatrist whom you trust and follow closely.
Sleep deprivation could trigger Hyperactivity. Stress sometimes trigger hyperactivity. Even happiness related euphoria could trigger hyperactivity. All these are short lived. You were angry, under rage, scolded children etc. You can conclude hyperactive only the same behavior repeats often. I write off Bi-polar disorder because your description never mentions anything about hypo-activity. I think simple life style changes and relaxation shall cure your problem.
If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further.
Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.
Good luck.
Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns
I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Please do not diagnose self. Self diagnosis is dangerous. You are hyper active, fine, and that is your description. Doctors always their own view point according to their experience and practice and you need to trust them. Or find a psychiatrist whom you trust and follow closely.
Sleep deprivation could trigger Hyperactivity. Stress sometimes trigger hyperactivity. Even happiness related euphoria could trigger hyperactivity. All these are short lived. You were angry, under rage, scolded children etc. You can conclude hyperactive only the same behavior repeats often. I write off Bi-polar disorder because your description never mentions anything about hypo-activity. I think simple life style changes and relaxation shall cure your problem.
If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further.
Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.
Good luck.
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