I may have Cyclothymia
Hi Basil.
I'll get to the point. I may have Cyclothymia. My father had Bipolar disorder, heightening my chances of it, and I've been through some drama at a young age.
I fit all the symptoms, and it usually begins in teenage years, which is what I'm in.
Should I consult a doctor? I'm a bit intimidated. Medication is expensive and I don't want the side effects or withdrawal.
I've taken several different tests, and I know they don't serve as an absolute diagnosis, but all four of the tests said I had a "Very High" chance of having Cyclothymia, and "High" chance of Bipolar Disorder. The two conditions are very closely related, and Cyclothymia can progress into Bipolar. I don't want that happening so I feel I have to fix it quickly.
If I am diagnosed, what medication can I take?
What should I do? There has been more and more drama in my life. I'm actively trying to get it fixed.
Thanks.
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@DragonStrike: xD Nargh I really don't comment on every thread. I pick out potential interesting ones ^^
Never self-diagnose, consult your doctor, psychiatrist or psychologist if you are worried.
[quote=Passwurds]@DragonStrike: It's better than asking basil.[/quote]
That's not even funny. It's not.
I'm not in contact with my father, and my mother...
http://www.basilmarket.com/forum/2648556/1/Help_with_my_life.html
She got her own thread.
I would ask YahooAnswers but I'm currently banned from there.
@Nashi:
Ah, you again. I feel like you reply to every thread. I guess I'll contact a doctor then.
@AboveX3 is a great reason why to never ask Basil personal/health questions.
Better be safe than sorry. Won't hurt to ask a doc. If you get active it can only get better (either they can help you or you don't have it in the first place)
Good luck to you!
Play maplestory it will heal you or kil you... 50/50 chance.
How many hats do u see? If you see two then ur fine.
[quote=Passwurds]For those who don't know
Cyclothymia:
A mental state of marked swings of mood between depression and elation; manic-depressive tendency.
OT:Consult a doctor and talk to your parents about it.[/quote]
Neither of my parents live with me, and they're both extremely irresponsible, so even if I were to call, it would only get worse.
Are you sure I should consult a doctor? Like I said, I'm just worried.