Bipolar Disorder Support Group

Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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Emily_MG
Emily_MG

Hey guys!


I am really glad I found this support group. I am wondering if what I am experiencing is something you experience? I am happy to hear tips, but I just really want to know that I'm not alone on this...So when you have these nights of insomnia and you don't sleep most of the night, then do you have days where mentally you feel fairly awake and in a good mood, but your body is physically tired? I am awake, I dont want to sleep, I don't think I can sleep. But I have chills and some minor muscle cramps like my body is tired. I read about bipolar fatigue and remember fatigue is physical and it says it happens with depression, but I can't sleep and Im not depressed right now. I just don't understand if people who are manic/hypomanic can still physically feel drained?


Best, 


Emily  

Thor2008
Thor2008
Emily - welcome to the board. I'm bipolar and when I am in mania I do not sleep for days and really only feel a little tired during the days. The overall body aches are something that is common also. How is your thinking? Mine is usually racing and grandiose. How long have you felt like this? But either way, you are not alone.
DES2020
DES2020
I recommend you get medical attention both from a regular M.D. and a psychiatrist. Good luck!
Community Leaderacuriousfish
acuriousfish
I don't feel tired when in a hypomanic state.

Have you been diagnosed with bipolar?
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Sounds like a manic episode but I agree you should see a licensed psychiatrist. They can help treat your symptoms. I personally take melatonin and trazodone at night because I have insomnia and I can’t sleep without taking medication.
Are you diagnosed with bipolar and do you currently take psychiatric medications?
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