How to Tell When Someone that is Bi-Polar is Manic

Dealing with someone who is bi-polar can be hard. Sometimes even harder when they go into a mania. Here are ways to tell if the person you know is manic.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Ask the bi-polar person how they are feeling.

2. Signs of Mania are;
   
   Excessive "high' s" or euphoric feelings.
   A period of behavior that is different from usual.
   Increased energy, activity, restlessness, racing thoughts or rapid speech.
   Decreased need for sleep.
   Unrealistic beliefs in one's abilities or powers.
   Extreme irritability.
   Easily distracted.
   Increased sex drive.
   Obnoxious, denies that anything is wrong.
   Excessive money spending, whether they have the money or not.
   Decreased Appetite.

3. If the person you know is showing more than 5 of the signs listed above chances are they are in a manic mood.

Tips & Warnings

• Not everyone experiences the same signs when they are manic. But the major one's are listed.