Bipolar disorder mixed episode… #bipolar #crossfit

Mixed episodes are what most people think bipolar disorder is. Up and down in the same day. But it’s actually not. I used the tv version of bipolar disorder to attempt to disprove my psychiatrist when they were diagnosing me. I said “but I don’t have it, my moods don’t change in hours it’s more like weeks I have like a week or two of depression and a week to a month of feeling amazing.”

They then informed me that the diagnostic criteria (at least at that time, I haven’t checked since) was 7 days + of depression or mania/hypo mania.

Mixed episodes, that you see in the video are apparently pretty rare but it’s something I do experience very infrequently. I’m mostly in the “green zones” most of the time with my mental health because I’ve found lots of ways to manage. But last week a lot of stress triggered an episode. It started a bit manic, my lovely supportive partner informed me that I was talking/moving/thinking a bit too fast and that I was pretty wired and wanted to do “all the things at once” he had to tell me that a few times during this week 😂 by the time my weekly mental health group at @yourvoicecornwall came around I was in a pretty severe mixed state with both depressive and manic symptoms at the same time. But chatting to the group helped me so much, also helped me realise a few things and over the next few days I managed to find my way back to baseline stability.

Not enough is known about mental illnesses. Mental health awareness posts often make me feel more alone, more alien, more “other” because they talk about how you can fix depression with a nice bath or a walk. But that’s not a lot of our experiences. According to @mindcharity 2 in 100 people have bipolar disorder 4 in 100 with ptsd and similar figures for all the other mental illnesses. That’s a lot of people. I personally believe everyone should be more educated on mental illness as the likelihood is that someone you know might have one.

#mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #bipolarawareness #bipolarepisode

[skittlepuff]

Mixed is even worse because when you feel depression on a heightened level, it’s like super depression and you actually have the energy to do something about the pain…..

[sadiyetekin]

The comment section is NOT it. So much unnecessary hatred... please stay happy darling!

[hellanugget]

Been diagnosed for almost a year. I get mixed episodes and dysphoric hypomania. They are the literal worst but with the right support and therapy and lifestyle changes, it’s manageable

[abuzzingbee]

Thank you for sharing this. I hope you have a restful evening ❤

[smiley]

I love your courage and strength. Much love from USA. Fellow Sporty girl!

[aaronbones]

Of all the things that can happen to us.... These mixed episodes are the worst of em

[babyelephant]

I have been like this for YEARS, but doctors have been telling me that bipolar episodes last weeks, its probably lack of sleep, its probably hormones, its just your adhd.... Now theyre finally realizing that it might be a mood disorder. They put me on Lithium and i got better overnight 😱

[sportybeth]

As no one seems to be reading the description I’ll post it here. Further disclaimer too, this is not what all mixed episodes look like, this is way more mild than I used to experience (thankfully I’m in a much more stable place) this is just one example. Everyone’s symptoms vary and exhibit totally differently. The same goes for mania and depression.

The caption: Mixed episodes are what most people think bipolar disorder is. Up and down in the same day. But it’s actually not. I used the tv version of bipolar disorder to attempt to disprove my psychiatrist when they were diagnosing me. I said “but I don’t have it, my moods don’t change in hours it’s more like weeks I have like a week or two of depression and a week to a month of feeling amazing.”

They then informed me that the diagnostic criteria (at least at that time, I haven’t checked since) was 7 days + of depression or mania/hypo mania.

Mixed episodes, that you see in the video are apparently pretty rare but it’s something I do experience very infrequently. I’m mostly in the “green zones” most of the time with my mental health because I’ve found lots of ways to manage. But last week a lot of stress triggered an episode. It started a bit manic, my lovely supportive partner informed me that I was talking/moving/thinking a bit too fast and that I was pretty wired and wanted to do “all the things at once” he had to tell me that a few times during this week 😂 by the time my weekly mental health group at @yourvoicecornwall came around I was in a pretty severe mixed state with both depressive and manic symptoms at the same time. But chatting to the group helped me so much, also helped me realise a few things and over the next few days I managed to find my way back to baseline stability.

Not enough is known about mental illnesses. Mental health awareness posts often make me feel more alone, more alien, more “other” because they talk about how you can fix depression with a nice bath or a walk. But that’s not a lot of our experiences. According to @mindcharity 2 in 100 people have bipolar disorder 4 in 100 with ptsd and similar figures for all the other mental illnesses. That’s a lot of people. I personally believe everyone should be more educated on mental illness as the likelihood is that someone you know might have one.

[NatureHeadSupreme]

I bust out laughing at the dancing around because at this point...its the only thing to do. I totally understand, its wild. I just came out of a 2 week ME and looked back at everything like- I was doing that? The even more wild thing is, as I was in the ME I knew it but couldn't stop it. Its been a while since I had one so believing I will make it through (just as the last time) is always that one glimmer of hope. Wishing peace & safety.

[nooneknewme]

I myself have bipolar 1 and mixed episodes are the worst. I can cry and cry and wish i was gone then an hour later i want to do all these things and think im the main character in the world...if that makes sense. Its really hard to maintain relationships and sometimes family doesnt believe you. But when multiple doctors/ psychiatrists diagnose you with bipolar 1 its like... do you believe me now? And for maintaining relationships..can be friends or a loved one... you gotta find people that can either relate (be careful tho with this...) or someone that can balance you out. I found people that can balance me out and that support me even when i cant support myself. Thats love.

[GrowWildOutdoors]

Does the depression feel pressured/elevated?

[lucerocastro]

I hear u I'm sad but smile for cat but I feel heavy pressure on my whole body crushing me and dits like hard keep my face structure smiling and I look tweaky cray people think I'm in meth

[lucelletadiwanashemakubika]

Why are u people invalidating her? Yall are weird. Not everyones symptoms are the same, you judge someone based on a 10 second video. This is why the stigma wont stop

[morningmaxilla]

Sad how many people are invalidating you.

[bort_hill]

For the love of god, its time to stop the bulk 😭😭

[JanayM]

Shit well maybe I’m bi-polar, I go through this sometimes lol … not laughing at her but I’m just saying .

[loading]

Normal behavior to do be crying then be happy. That doesn’t seem like a mixed bipolar episode. Correct me if I’m wrong.

[jacksonh.]

It's great to see people calling out your bullshit

[Littlekitten_]

Everyone who works a 9 to 5 feels, people deal with stress and sadness everyday regardless of your profession .. part of adult hood. . Hence why I avoid social media because it weakens people

[maya.abdkdr]

You need to re read the DSM-5 criteria for bipolar disorder. Manic (elevated mood) episodes last more than a week and hypomanic lasts 4 days or so. I’m a doctor, this is what ive learnt. This is NOT it.