Feeling unusually high and optimistic or extremely irritable
Unrealistic, grandiose beliefs about one's abilities or powers
Sleeping very little, but feeling extremely energetic
Talking so rapidly that others cannot keep up
Racing thoughts, jumping quickly from one idea to the next
Highly distractible, unable to concentrate
Impaired judgement and impulsiveness
Acting recklessly without thinking about the consequences
Delusions and hallucinations (in severe cases)
Instructions
Bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression)
causes serious shifts in mood, energy, thinking,
and behavior from the highs of mania on one
extreme, to the lows of depression on the other.
More than just a fleeting good or bad mood, the
cycles of bipolar disorder last for days, weeks,
or months. And unlike ordinary mood swings, the
mood changes of bipolar disorder are so intense
that they interfere with your ability to function.
It’s best to work with an experienced
psychiatrist. Bipolar disorder is a complex
condition. Diagnosis can be tricky and treatment
is often difficult. For safety reasons, medication
should be closely monitored. A psychiatrist who is
skilled in bipolar disorder treatment can help you
navigate these twists and turns.
Bipolar disorder requires long term treatment.
Since bipolar disorder is a chronic, relapsing
illness, it’s important to continue treatment even
when you’re feeling better. Most people with
bipolar disorder need medication to prevent new
episodes and stay symptom free.
There is more to treatment than medication.
Medication alone is usually not enough to fully
control the symptoms of bipolar disorder. The most
effective treatment strategy for bipolar disorder
involves a combination of medication, therapy,
lifestyle changes, and social support.
Originally Submitted
3/19/2012
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