you aren’t alone. go to sleep

Physics says: Go to sleep. Of course you’re tired. Every atom in you has been dancing the shimmy in silver shoes nonstop from mitosis to now. Quit tapping your feet. They’ll dance inside themselves without you. Go to sleep.

Geology says: It will be all right. Slow inch by inch America is giving itself to the ocean. Go to sleep. Let darkness lap at your sides. Give darkness an inch. You aren’t alone. All of the continents used to be one body. You aren’t alone. Go to sleep.

Astronomy says: The sun will rise tomorrow,

Zoology says: On rainbow-fish and little gazelle,

Psychology says: But first it has to be night, so

Biology says: The body-clocks are stopped all over town and

History says: Here are the blankets, layer on layer, down and down.

Albert Goldbarth, The Sciences Sing a Lullaby

depression test...your results :)

Disorder	Your Score
Major Depression:	Slight
Dysthymia:	Slight-Moderate
Bipolar Disorder:	High-Moderate
Cyclothymia:	Slight
Seasonal Affective Disorder:	Slight
Postpartum Depression:	N/A
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Bipolar Disorder

Also known as manic-depressive disorder, bipolar disorder results in dramatic mood swings in the sufferer. This psychological disorder is characterized by perpetual shifts between manic and depressive phases. During the manic phase, one may feel unnaturally confident, energetic, and out of control. The depressive phase shares many symptoms with major depression.

In a given year approximately one percent of the population will experience bipolar disorder, according to NIMH. The disorder often begins in adolescence or young adulthood. Bipolar is the only depressive disorder that is not heavily skewed toward women.

Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
Manic Phase

Little sleep, plenty of energy
Exaggerated optimism, excessive self-confidence, euphoric mood
Engaging in wreckless, inappropriate behavior
Promiscuity, sexual aggression
Distractible, unable to concentrate, too many ideas
Abuse of alcohol or drugs
Increased irritability
Manic phase lasts at least one week

Depressive Phase

Deep despair, suicidal thoughts or actions
Anger or fear due to uncontrollable mood swings
Feelings of guilt, low self-esteem
Difficulty falling asleep, restless sleeping, over-sleeping
Diminished sex drive
Loss of interest in formerly-enjoyed activities
Eating disorders, unexpected weight gain or loss
Physical pains not associated with a known illness



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