Mood Disorder and Bipolar Tendency Assessment

Do you experience periods where you feel unusually energetic or “hyper”?

Do you have periods where your thoughts race so fast you cannot keep up?

Have you noticed times when you need significantly less sleep than usual to feel rested?

Have others commented that you are talking faster or more than normal?

Do you experience sudden, intense shifts in your mood for no apparent reason?

Have you ever spent money impulsively or engaged in risky behaviors during high-energy periods?

Do you go through phases where you feel extremely self-confident or “on top of the world”?

Are there times when you feel very irritable or easily agitated for several days?

Do you experience periods of deep sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest?

Have you noticed significant changes in your appetite or weight during low periods?

Do you find it difficult to concentrate or make decisions during mood shifts?

Have you experienced periods where you are much more social or talkative than usual?

Do you struggle with low energy or fatigue even after sleeping for a full night?

Have you felt that your mind is “foggy” or sluggish during low moods?

Do you ever feel unusually creative or driven to start many new projects at once?

Have you experienced periods of excessive guilt or feelings of worthlessness?

Do you find yourself being more reckless with your safety during “up” periods?

Are your mood swings intense enough to interfere with your work or relationships?

Do you experience periods of intense anxiety or restlessness?

Have family members or friends noticed these patterns of highs and lows?