Getting Help for Bipolar Disorder
What is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder – known as manic depression, involves mood swings between high-energy mania and low-energy depression.
There are different types:
Bipolar I (BPI)
Bipolar II (BPII)
Symptoms include depression and milder manic episodes called hypomania, which do not disrupt daily life as much.
Cyclothymic Disorder
Mood fluctuations are common to all forms of bipolar disorder.
Symptoms
Manic Phase
An increase in energy and mood.
An excessive sense of confidence or being invincible.
Sleep deprivation.
Being more talkative than usual or talking rapidly.
An easily distracted mind and racing thoughts.
Depressive Phase
Feeling sad, hopeless, or empty inside.
Loss of interest in activities.
Fatigue or low energy.
Concentration or decision-making difficulties.
Suicidal thoughts.
What Causes This Condition?
Family history of bipolar disorder
Brain
structure
Stressful periods
Abuse of alcohol or drugs
Major life changes
How We Can Help
We work with you to form a personalized treatment plan for your condition and its severity.
Medication Support
We can provide medication to manage your symptoms and help you to feel better.
Psychotherapy
You can learn coping strategies through our supportive psychotherapy, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
We’re Here for You
Even though taking some steps alone can be beneficial, talking to a mental health expert is often the best way to grasp what you're experiencing.
Licensed professionals at Goodness Psychiatry provide expert care for managing bipolar disorder.
Consider reaching out to us for support.
