Well not an off switch per say (at least I hope not). I often wonder if I have mild anxiety problems but it could be circumstantial. I have only been bipolar 1 since October and it has caused a lot of problems with my academics, self esteem and my house is overwhelmingly messy from my mania. Finals week is soon and I missed so much while manic.

Anyway I really try to calm myself down before taking a pill. I learned ways to cope with stress like listening to on stimulating music or exercising. Takes lots of practice but it is a skill worth pursuing.