[beauflow]

I haven't been diagnosed as bipolar but I seem to have signs with mood swings, depression and all..... today I'm looking back on me a little and pondering and writing things down and realize I have had homicidal thoughts coupled with suicide thoughts many times.

Is homicidal thoughts a trait of bipolar?

I read and hear suicidal thoughts and threats and actions are a characteristic of bipolar
But I am not sure if I've over looked or not read about homicidal thoughts.

I'm sorry if this upsets anyone. And yes I am recently looking into therapy, it is one reason why today I'm trying to organize my thoughts and memories.

Would this be something to share with a therapist?

Probably huh... I believe it is never right for anyone to take a life of another living breathing human, just so we are clear on my stand on this. Its immoral and wrong.

[aeylania]

I have had thoughts of hurting others in the past. I'm not sure if its a symptom of Bipolar Disorder or because I have a traumatic past and don't always have a handle on it. I've never acted on the thoughts, and I don't think I ever will, but they can be very disturbing to have.

BP trait? No.
Share with a therapist? Yes.

[SunAngel]

I don't think it is a trait of BP Disorder, but definitely talk it over with your therapist.

I hate when someone kills someone and the media comes onto say they have BP Disorder.

I think that the people who actually kill someone have a personality problem not related to BP at all.

I know I have a good heart and that's part of my personality and I would never kill another human being.

However, if you are having these thoughts and they are intrusive, talk to your therapist about it and find ways to deal with the thoughts. Intrusive thoughts are the worst. I absolutely hate them.

[Anneinside]

Absolutely NOT.

[Rose76]

Lately, there has been a lot of talk about how irritability can be a sign of bipolar disorder.

Homicidal thoughts (beyond the fleeting ones we've all had) indicates an anger or fear issue . . . probably both if you go back far enough. Mismanaged anger can really screw up a person's life, even if no homicide ever occurs. It would be smart to discuss it thoroughly with a therapist. There is even an "Anger Quotient" test that can be administered.

[Phoenix_1]

NO.
Tell your therapist ASAP.

Definitely not a trait of BP. Let your therapist or doctor know.

[beauflow]

thank you all for your input and support, its very appreciated

[Confusedinomicon]

I think it is an anger issue? I have problems where I start to hallucinate violent abstract thoughts on others, but they've gone away with the right medication. (It's a sign I'm going manic). I also know I have a short temper, but I've been working on it. I've talked to my pdoc and she was worried about it during my last period mixed state, but we've gotten it under control.

[sugahorse1]

I don't think homicidal thoughts are a BP trait. I cannot say I have them. Sui thoughts from time to time-yes.
Irritability is a major trait of BP in my opinion, especially during a mixed episode. If anyone has a sure proof way of getting past this major irritability, pls PM me, lol.

I also read a post about BP and irritabilty on bipolarhappens.com the other day.

Homicidal thoughts technically means that you are endangering others, and you need to earnestly speak to someone. If you think you fit the profile of BP, please see a professional ASAP-especially about those thoughts!