Hi Swati,

The good news is you are ahead of the game, in that you have insight into what's happening. You also have an opportunity to take an action to help to protect yourself from the hypomania/hypersexuality.

Many feel suddenly overwhelmed, even feel ambushed by sudden episodes of hypersexuality. Sometimes, inhibitions are further broken down when experiencing episodes of hypersexuality while also drinking or using other substances, increasing the likelihood of participating in risk-taking behaviors.

You are very insightful. Use this gift to protect your well-being.

Please do contact your pdoc and fill him/her in, while making him/her aware of your concerns. Your pdoc will be able to better assess your symptoms and experiences. S/he may also re-assess your medications. Some of the atypical antipsychotics are more activating than others. Some may contribute to hypomania, while others may interfere with/prevent hypomania. This can also be very different for different people.

Any chance of setting up a "buddy" type of a situation at school, where someone who knows you well might also recognize your mood trends and might help you by supporting you during periods of hypomania and/or depression? Do you have a friend who might "look out" for you in certain situations while you are at school?

You are very wise to know what you do and do not want happening in your life by "accident." Take full advantage of this. I have had friends do significant damage to their own health and to their lives by not asking for help with the hypersexuality or other "impulsive types" of behaviors often associated with hypomanic episodes.

Take advantage of your insights into your challenges.
You will have a much better chance of living life, of making important life decisions, on your own terms.

Wishing You the Best,
WC