For those who have manic episodes what is it like? I haven’t slept a wink and I am super hyper.
It can be good or bad, if its work related I can make more money, if I’m obsessed with something, I could be scatching my head wondering what was I thinking??? One time I bought $200.00 in underwear then threw them out LOL
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This is the first time I ever experienced this. It is so strange. I feel like I had 8 hours of sleep and a red bull
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Oh man Mania is terrible! Yes you lose the need for sleep. You might sleep 1 or 2 hours a night or you might not sleep at all for a week. You lose your sense of judgment and make all kinds of odd decisions, sometimes dangerous. Very common things: Spending WAY too much money, having unsafe sex with strangers, stealing, etc. You can also become very agitated and even violent. If this goes on for more than a day or two you should call your doctor and ask for a mood stabilizer ASAP. Lithium is the best for most people.
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Well that is super scary. 
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What is even scarier is that I am at my Nanny’s house. I take care of her on the weekends. I really hope nothing happens.
I agree with the above.
I haven’t been manic since meds prevent me from reaching that point.
I did not sleep for days. I became very agitated. I would yell at people who did not reach my level. I would make quick decisions without thinking of the consequences. Oh gosh, and don’t get me started on being hyper sexual. Being full-blown manic has its consequences and it could go bad as hallucinating too. Take care! 
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Now I am going to worry that I am going to yell at my sweet Nannykins. 
I feel so strange right now. I am hyper but the zoloft has sedated me
I am so super aggitated right now
Could be the meds?
What meds do you take? 
I take zoloft, ambilify and buspar
It seems as if being agitated is a side affect of abilify.
Talk to your doctor about today.
Could be the meds or a mood episode. I wouldn’t jump into conclusions just yet. Just be safe please!
I remember being manic and my in-laws preferring me that way. They liked me manic since I did more around the house but I felt uncomfortable all the time and barely slept.
Manic when I was working did wonders on my production times…but now that I’m not able to work…I just talk a lot and usually focus in on something dumb to waste time until it passes…
When I am manic my thoughts race and it feels like i have a remote control in my head and someone is changing the channels.
Finally got some sleep last night thank goodness!
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