Posted by Krazy Kat on October 29, 2001, at 17:28:09
In reply to Question for Bipolar 2's, posted by Mr.Scott on October 29, 2001, at 15:01:26
Mr. Scott:
It drives me crazy everytime my pdoc asks me how my sleep is. I have had what are called hypomanic and manic episodes for at least a dozen years and, no, I don't always stay up for five days in a row.
"How's your sleep?" As if that is the final determination? How about, "Are your thoughts going so fast all you can do is watch them go by?" Or, "Been talking with that spirit who shows up only during these 'episodes' lately?"
I've had trouble sleeping when depressed. I've stayed up all night, staring at the T.V., no idea what's on.
There is a certain energy that comes with mania, but the time constraints are ludricrous, (what the heck are they based on?), and sleep is only one factor.
I do think Bipolars in general are more sensitive to sleep, but that's a different issue.
Ah, thanks for letting me get that off my chest! I, too, would like to know why you ask.
- Ms. KK
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