There are four different types of bipolar disorder, each having unique features. The prevailing characteristics involve intense mood swings, shifting from manic episodes to depressive episodes, often without warning. Resulting changes in sleep patterns, eating habits, emotions, and behaviors accompany the mood swings.
Is there more than one type of bipolar disorder?
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Here are the types of bipolar disorder: Bipolar I disorder involves periods of severe mood episodes from mania to depression. Bipolar II disorder is a milder form of mood elevation, involving milder episodes of hypomania that alternate with periods of severe depression.
What causes bipolar disorder to develop?
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Factors that may increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder or act as a trigger for the first episode include: Having a first-degree relative, such as a parent or sibling, with bipolar disorder. Periods of high stress, such as the death of a loved one or other traumatic event. Drug or alcohol abuse.
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The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown. Experts believe there are a number of factors that work together to make a person more likely to develop it. These are thought to be a complex mix of physical, environmental and social factors.
What is bipolar disorder?
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A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.
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A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.
The exact cause of bipolar disorder isn’t known, but a combination of genetics, environment and altered brain structure and chemistry may play a role.
Five signs of bipolar disorder?
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Abnormally upbeat, jumpy or wired.
Increased activity, energy or agitation.
Exaggerated sense of well-being and self-confidence (euphoria)
Decreased need for sleep.
Unusual talkativeness.
Racing thoughts.
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Symptoms – Bipolar disorder
●feeling sad, hopeless or irritable most of the time.
lacking energy.
●difficulty concentrating and remembering things.
●loss of interest in everyday activities.
●feelings of emptiness or worthlessness.
●feelings of guilt and despair.
●feeling pessimistic about everything.
●self-doubt.
What does a bipolar disorder person look like?
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1.feeling sad, hopeless or irritable most of the time.
2.lacking energy.
3.difficulty concentrating and remembering things.
4.loss of interest in everyday activities.
5.feelings of emptiness or worthlessness.
6.feelings of guilt and despair.
7.feeling pessimistic about everything.
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You’ll find more than a few anecdotes suggesting bipolar disorder can change the appearance of the eyes, generally by affecting pupil dilation, gaze, and even eye color. So-called bipolar eyes might include: dilated pupils. “sparkling” eyes, or eyes that appear more liquid than usual.
How do I know if I am bipolar?
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People may experience:
Mood: mood swings, sadness, elevated mood, anger, anxiety, apathy, apprehension, euphoria, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loss of interest, or loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Behavioural: irritability, risk-taking behaviours, disorganised behaviour, aggression, agitation, crying, excess desire for sex, hyperactivity, impulsivity, restlessness, or self-harm
Cognitive: unwanted thoughts, delusion, lack of concentration, racing thoughts, slowness in activity, or false belief of superiority
Psychological: depression, manic episode, agitated depression, or paranoia
Weight: weight gain or weight loss
Sleep: difficulty falling asleep or excess sle -
Manic episodes may include symptoms such as high energy, reduced need for sleep and loss of touch with reality. Depressive episodes may include symptoms such as low energy, low motivation and loss of interest in daily activities. Mood episodes last days to months at a time and may also be associated with suicidal thoughts.
Is bipolar disorder dangerous?
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Left untreated, bipolar disorder can result in serious problems that affect every area of your life, such as: Problems related to drug and alcohol use. Suicide or suicide attempts. Legal or financial problems.
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Untreated, bipolar disorder can be frightening, highly impairing, and life-threatening. With treatment, many with the disorder can go on to live productive and satisfying lives despite the ups and downs of the disorder
How is bipolar disorder treated?
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Treatment is usually lifelong and often involves a combination of medications and psychotherapy.
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Treatment consists of medications and therapy
Treatment is usually lifelong and often involves a combination of medications and psychotherapy.
Why is therapy a necessary part of bipolar disorder treatment?
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Studies show that combining structured psychotherapy (talk therapy) with bipolar medication can reduce the time it takes to see a positive treatment response by as much as 150%. Read on to learn about five different therapies for bipolar disorder that are known to be effective for bipolar symptom management.
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Psychotherapy, or “talk” therapy, is an important part of treatment for bipolar disorder. During therapy, you can discuss feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that cause you problems. Talk therapy can help you understand and hopefully master any problems that hurt your ability to function well in your life and career.
being easily distracted. being easily irritated or agitated. being delusional, having hallucinations and disturbed or illogical thinking. not feeling like sleeping.
Bipolar disorder is marked by mood highs and lows. However, the condition can be difficult to diagnose, as symptoms vary, and can often be caused by other conditions