There are many different types of mania. I had the happy kind once but usually I just get very irritable and rage at people. Paranoia is a type of psychosis (if I read my book right) and that is a symptom of mania. Whether its "typical" or not I couldn't say. I've certainly seen other people here discuss their paranoia and I know I get it from time to time although usually not *too* bad.

I'm diagnosed with Bipolar. i have as of the last few years had rage and paranoia. I know that i take things out of context or hear only what feeds rage. My opinion is that if left untreated this bp gets worse adding more and different types of crazy. at least for me. This time I was scared into getting back on meds. I can't deal with my own self anymore.

Mine is either uncharacteristically happy or rage.

I don't know of the different types of mainia, It's hard to say, everyone is different and react in different ways. I've definitely had the paraniod episodes which lead to a complete loss of senses. Basically a state where none of my filters are working. If I don't allow myself to get frightened, it's a very calm and happy place to be.
MJ

Hi there lcwindy. Welcome to DS.

What's the word 'normal' doing in BD?

I believe manic episodes are different for everyone.

Yeah there are ... as many as there are of us... sorry to say so. Just when doc's think they have it figured out, they get new patients with new ones. Mine have evolved throughout my life... at a certain point I vividly remember have seen a "beast". It scared the hell out of me until I finally realized "it" (my mind) had to be confronted... it's gone now. I live a normal life now... well, almost. I'm back here to ask anyone about digestive problems. Personally, I take lithium and it gives incredibly distasteful internal gas. When I go to the bathroom, I can feel the wicked and nasty side effects of lithium... I'm sick of it!!!!!!!!!!! I go to the toilet a minimum of 5 times a day... I have had 2 accidents in my pants (while driving). Hahaha! Well... I don't give a s*it what ppl think but it's true! Who feels for me? Sincerely, an almost cured BP.

My real name is Charles Bisson. I'm sick of hideing behind false names!

I was sure of it that there were "special ops" guys posted all around my house pointing their scopes at me waiting. I was also convinced that all of my neighbors were nazis.

Mine is pure rage.

Beatlemania was black and white most times.With a Backbeat.

...you can't lose it.

It worked !!!!! Yay!!

I get hypomanic...

I become VERY social with both friends and strangers alike. In face I think EVERYONE is my friend! Major confidence boost, very talkative, racing thoughts which end in late nights... It's a fun experience which I need more of! (Damn being BP2!)

Hi Kwindy,

I seem to be iritable and detached today. Sometimes I feel angry and full of rage. I felt fearless and full of confidence earlier in the week.. Every day seems to be different. Paranoia seems to always be present for me.

as earlier mega manic or extreme anger..i still sometimes dont recognise the mania - only suffer paranoia with panic