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Jul 10, 2013, 12:20 PM
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Member Since: Sep 2012
Location: US
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Originally Posted by ultramar
Absolutely. If you think about it, having periods of increased productivity is something probably many or most people experience in life, so it stands to reason that those with bipolar disorder could also experience this without it being hypomania (sounds like you're talking about hypomania, not mania). It's unfortunate that people sometimes (your husband) jump to that conclusion, though it's understandable.
If you're feeling extra productive, I would only worry if it were accompanied by other and disturbing symptoms (i.e. lack of sleep but very energetic anyway, pressured speech, etc.) and/or if your really bad (as in really negatively affecting you) hypo/manic episodes tend to be preceded by a period of increased productivity.
But otherwise, I would say it just is what it is, take advantage of it, enjoy it!
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excellent points, we watch for these symptoms as well
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