Bipolar disorder, symptoms, causes and treatment

 

Bipolar disorder, symptoms, causes and treatment

What is bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects a person's day-to-day interactions, behaviors, mood, thoughts, energy, and ability to focus.

Types of bipolar disorder

There are three different types of bipolar disorder.

·         Bipolar I Disorder

·         Bipolar II Disorder

·         Cyclothymic Disorder or Cyclothymia

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Symptoms of bipolar disorder

All three types cause symptoms of either mania or depression, or both.

Mania

Some examples of manic symptoms are unusually high energy, talkativeness, dis-tractability, and less need for sleep.

Depression

Some examples of depressive symptoms are feelings of extreme sadness, lack of energy, lack of emotions or motivation, hopelessness and guilt.

Difference between types of bipolar disorder

The difference between each type of bipolar disorder comes down to when they begin, and how severe the manic and depressive symptoms are.

Bipolar I disorder

Bipolar I disorder typically begins around age 18, although onset can occur at any point in someone's life. A person with Bipolar I disorder will experience manic episodes that are present for at least seven days, and can be so severe that the person may require hospitalization. The person may also experience major depressive episodes or symptoms, although some people with Bipolar I may only experience mania without any depression.

Bipolar II disorder

A person with Bipolar II disorder will experience episodes of both major depression and hypomania. The symptoms of hypomania are the same as mania, but they're less severe and only last up to four days rather than a week.

Cyclothymia

Cyclothymia can begin as early as six years of age and may eventually develop into bipolar I or II. A person with cyclothymia disorder will experience hypomanic and depressive symptoms, but never to the extent that they qualify as mania or major depression.

Causes of bipolar disorder

There is no single cause of bipolar disorder. The research shows that it may be related to several factors such as genetics, a person's environment and brain structure.

It is common for people with bipolar disorder to have other mental health diagnoses such as psychosis, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, or substance or alcohol use disorder. Bipolar disorder is a lifelong mental health condition.

But with the help of treatment provided by licensed mental health professional, it is possible to reduce and manage the symptoms.

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Treatment of bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder is usually treated with a combination of medication and psychotherapy.

If you or someone you know has bipolar disorder, don't be afraid to ask for help and remember to be patient. Treatment takes time, and it is important to stick with it to feel better and enjoy a healthy life. If you're a mental or behavioral health provider seeking information on evidence-based treatment, check out for continuing education and shareable patient resources at PsychHub.com.

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