Crazy?

Lately, for obvious reasons, people have been talking about Charlie Sheen. When I first saw him, I was really surprised at how terrible he looks. :( I hadn't actually heard him speak until yesterday, when I heard bits and pieces of his interviews and.....WOW. 


My guess is he has some sort of personality disorder....seems like it very well could be that he is bipolar. Listening to him talk, brought me back a little. It's so strange to watch someone else, not 'related', in an episode. I kind of laughed for a minute at the ridiculous words that were coming out of his mouth and that he actually BELIEVES them. Then, it made me sad as I thought about his children and what they'll have to deal with as a result of their fathers actions. 


Most likely, if/when he comes out of this episode, he will not remember much of what he has said and done. Unfortunately, for him and his family, there seems to be a lot of footage of the 'craziness'. 


This is one of his many quotes, "I am on a drug. It's called Charlie Sheen." 
The grandiosity of bipolar disorder. Untouchable. No consequences. Not living in reality. 


Hopefully, if it is bipolar (or another personality disorder) his family will get the support they need. I am forever grateful for the support I received....from family, friends and Jesus.

Bipolar Disorder (Formerly Manic Depressive Illness)

Bipolar disorder involves periods of elevated or irritable mood (mania), alternating with periods of depression. The "mood swings" between mania and depression can be very abrupt. Between mood swings a person can also experience 'normal' moods.

"Manic" describes an increasingly restless, energetic, talkative, reckless, powerful, euphoric period. Then, at some point, this high-flying mood can spiral into something darker -- irritation, confusion, anger, feeling trapped.

"Depression" describes the opposite mood -- sadness, crying, sense of worthlessness, loss of energy, loss of pleasure, sleep problems.

But because the pattern of highs and lows varies for each person, bipolar disorder is a complex disease to diagnose. For some people, mania or depression can last for weeks or months, even for years. For other people, bipolar disorder takes the form of frequent and dramatic mood shifts.

What Are the Signs of Mania With Bipolar Disorder?

The signs of mania with bipolar disorder include:

• Disconnected and racing thoughts
• Grandiose notions
• Inappropriate elation
• Inappropriate irritability
• Inappropriate social behavior
• Increased sexual desire
• Increased talking speed and/or volume
• Markedly increased energy
• Poor judgment
• Severe insomnia

From WebMd