How would someone with Bi polar II explain the reaction that takes place in the brain when stressed?

Question:

If you have an event that causes stress and a feeling of no contoll what effect does this have on you? I describe my experiences as my brain can't keep hold of my thoughts and they feel like they are slipping all over the place and I don't know what's a good idea from a bad because I think almost about the space where thoughts normalye are. I am aware they are there but they are almost on the shelf above where they should be and so they are not as real to me as they should be. Probably a wrong way to decsribe it, but basicly it dont feel like it should!

Answers:
I have the same trouble. For me, I call it "deer in headlights". I freeze up and can't access any thoughts. I have thoughts racing through my head and I can't stop them long enough so that I can get what they are and use them. I feel absolutely like I am watching myself from the outside (I dissociate) and can't help myself. I know I have the information to make the right choices, but I can't figure out between any of them what is the best option. I just literally can't catch onto a thought. And I usually end up doing the worst option. But it's the only one I can access.

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There is no definitive physiological mechanism known that causes what you are describing. We only know that stress compounds the problem. Are you medicated? Do you get enough sleep? Are you exercising (cardiovascular) regularly? Once you have found the correct meds and maintain the above regimen you should be able to calm the thoughts. Do you have a good support system, family, friend, spouse? Work to improve your spiritual health this can also help to bring peace to your life. In my life coaching practice these formulas work for my clients with BPD. It seems to help tremendously. Read below to get some ideas about improving mental and spiritual health.

How would someone with Bi polar II explain the reaction that takes place in the brain when stressed?

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