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Jul 04, 2011, 08:33 PM
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What are some symptoms that one usually display with bipolar? Is it different in children versus adults?
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Jul 10, 2011, 03:59 AM
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Yes they can look different and harder to diagnose in children. Not a doctor but I am dealing and learning about this cause my daughter may be BP as well as I am schizo-affective BPI.
Symptoms: MANIA, increased self-esteem/grandiosity, less need for sleep, more talkative, rapid speech, racing thoughts, increase in goals, risk taking, irritable, DEPRESSION, need for more sleep, low energy/fatigue, low self-esteem, poor concentration or difficulty in making decisions, feels of hopelessness. Everyone is different but these are some for adults. Sypmtoms for children: irritable, frequent mood swings, distracted eaisly, hyperactive, impulsive, restlessness/ fidgetiness, silliness, goofiness, giddiness, racing thoughts, aggressive behavior, risk-taking behaviors, depressed mood and more. Hopes this helps you. If you are searching for yourself or a loved one, it's best to seek professional help from a pdoc or Thereapist then you trying to diagnose for yourself or loved one. No one here can do that. I just understand that sometimes it helps knowing a little about it before seeking help at times. This is a serious illness so it does need to be treated. |
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Jul 10, 2011, 09:34 AM
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I worry about my grandson, who is 6. He can be sullen or jumping up and down with excitement, much like normal kids. But he steals and lies about it. His parents are very religious and strict. He is always in trouble with them. He had a hard time in grade one and the school wants to hold him back. He's distractable and has a very hard time settling down to do something. He's a risk taker as well. The family has skidoos, moto-cross bikes, ATV's, and he always wants to go fast right now.
They say that BP is genetic, and I believe my grandfather was BP. How do I know if my grandson is too? |
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Jul 10, 2011, 09:38 AM
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Phoenix,
It sounds like ADD or ADHD your Grandson has??? Check out the ADD/ADHD section and see if he fits the statements |
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Jul 10, 2011, 12:03 PM
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it's difficult to gain a correct diagnosis if it exists in children. most docs won't label them. too difficult to be accurate. each age progresses with unusual behaviors. however this site may be helpful to you from the NIMH site:
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens (Easy to Read) Does your child go through intense mood changes? What is bipolar disorder? Who develops bipolar disorder? How is bipolar disorder different in children and teens than it is in adults?...etc. http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publi...t-is-in-adults? the article also lists symptoms for bipolar.
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