Very High

• 90 - Elated; can't rate self; delusions of gradeur; beligerent; distortion of time; disdainful; unable to control emotions and thoughts. Need more or different medication(s).

• 80 - Feel eveything is working perfectly; elated; sleeping very little; hostile when "crossed"; racing thoughts; inappropriate spending. Needs medication(s).

High

• 70 - Overactive; overtalkative; many ideas for new projects; scattered creativity; socially inappropriate; sleeping 4-6 hours; feel wonderful; mildly obtrusive. Check medication(s).

Almost balanced/slightly "hyper"

• 60 - Normal; feel positive; confident; creative; high-energy; perceptive; awareness of hyperactivity; may want to spend money and travel. Review Cognitive Therapy techniques to help stay balanced.

Feel balanced and calm

• 50 - Normal; feel good; productive; good concentration; taking one day at a time; handling life's problems as they arise; can plan ahead and carry through.

Feel blue

• 40 - Below normal; mild depression; lack of energy; feel slowed down; anxiety; decreased motivation; "going through the motions." Work on "Cognitive Therapy" techniques for help in problem areas.

• 30 - Moderate depression; loss of energy; disintrest in others; weight, sleep, and/or appetite disturbances; function only with effort; much anxiety; feeling life is not worthwhile; feeling isolated; ruminating thoughts.

Continuing depression

• 20 - Depressed; feeling abandoned; serious sleep disturbance; very withdrawn; suicidal ideations not acted on; obsessing thoughts. Talk to therapist and go to support group.