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I have been worrying so much about my daughter. I think I've been seeing BP type actions in her. She will be really happy and then all the sudden be upset and crying for no reason. I don't know what to do. I plan on taking her to a Pdoc, but I don't know if she's too young to be DX. I'm so scared that she is going to have to grow up dealing with this same illness. Maybe if she's dx young, though she'll be better able to manage it when she's older. Anyone have young children who have been dx, or suspect that they may be BP? I'm really worried and just need some advice, or someone to tell me that I"m just being paraniod....
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I don't know how old your daughter is but BP is very difficult to diagnose in children and adolescents because of the normal stages they go through. There are also many other possible diagnoses. My eldest son has ADHD and is fine but will suddenly start crying. If you do have her evaluated make sure it's by a pediatric/adolescent psychiatrist. My sons see one and she is top notch and always up on the latest treatments etc. Good Luck and stop worrying, you will get through this.
tommymott
tommymott
There are lots of behaviors in young children that are perfectly normal, but if you're concerned then have her evaluated. Be prepared to find that you're just being paranoid, but then that's normal for a parent, too.

I grew up BP and wasn't diagnosed until I was 26. I think BP diagnosis and treatment is easier to deal with as an adult
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I was also curious how old your daughter is Feather?!
I worry about this issue also. Although I know those things Junggl said, it's still hard not to worry when you see your child act a certain way - even when they are doing what they are supposed to at that age (i.e. throwing tantrums).
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Sorry, she's 5. She doesn't throw tantrums because she's mad, she'll just all the sudden have a bad mood swing.
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Your daughter is in middle stage growth development of 5-10 years. This is exhibited by behaviours that try to please the parent but also gain autonomy. Bottom line, have her evaluated for your own peace of mind.
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Hmmm... and you are distressed over your son/daughter having BP? Does she/he not know that she has the most informed parent on the planet and can help her the most? You have the insight and guidlines to help your child. My dad my bi-polar and rarely (if ever) discussed it with me. Consequently, I grew up blind in the fact that I couldn't understand BP. I'm only doing this, now.
At least, you have the opportunity to teach your children well. So, what is your problem? They'll grow up great, with you as a parent. Understanding BP is half the battle.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Should've said "my dad and I had bi-polar"
deleted_user
deleted_user
Thank you all, I know I'm probably just paranoid because of a comment someone made to me about passing my "disease" to my daughter. She was very negative about it. So I am just worried, I'll have her evaluated and I'm sure it'll be nothing. Thanks everyone!!
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