I just turned 20 on Monday. Apparently I’ve been manic for two weeks now, which is what my psychiatrist told me. She said it’s usually around this age when it’s usually diagnosed. She prescribed me Olanzapine (Zyprexa). 

What are some helpful things to know about this diagnosis? I looked up some stuff but my symptoms aren’t like the ones online however my psychiatrist reassured me that the common symptoms aren’t what everyone experienced. She said my manic episode is a mixed episode (?) irritability and constant mood swings, along with partaking in dangerous/risky behavior. 

Any other coping mechanisms? I am in therapy and will tell my therapist about my new diagnosis.

Also I’ve been feeling all the feelings in the past two weeks but when I got my diagnosis I just didn’t feel anything and have been numb since then. Is that like normal?