Since I have bipolar disorder this is a scale I made in order for me to be able to distinguish where I
might be in terms of mania and depression at any given moment. One is the most depressed I've ever
been, ten is the most manic I've ever been, five is stable. Therefore, three is moderate depression and
eight is likely hypo-mania (not quite manic, but higher than stable.) It is a good guide for me to be able
to check in with myself and know if I'm approaching a danger zone. I am able to share this with my
providers, family and friends for them to be able to easily identify where I'm at as well, especially if I
don't recognize these symptoms in myself. It is easy to be in denial.
While you may not have bipolar disorder, a scale of this type could be created for whatever condition
you or a loved one may have. For instance, you could make a scale of your anxiety levels or simply just
depression levels as well. If this looks overwhelming, it doesn't have to be this detailed. The scale I
originally created with my counselor when I wasn't in a stable place was much simpler and less
detailed. It is attached below.
