Tag: bipolar disorder

By No Comments Posted on

Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder, previously called manic depression, is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood changes including highs (mania or hypomania) and low mood (depressive disorder) also known as bipolar depression. Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that can also be considered a medical condition. Bipolar disorder, also …

Bipolar Disorder: A Complete Guide to Living With Bipolar Disorder Read more »

By No Comments Posted on

Bipolar and Bipolar Depression Although bipolar depressive disorder is prevalent throughout the clinical course of bipolar disorder, the present therapeutic options for bipolar disorder are limited; specifically, as mainstream antidepressants are of mixed effectiveness for bipolar disorder and can cause transitions into mania and/or rapid cycles in the long-term. Conclusions …

Bipolar Depression Treatment Options Read more »

By Posted on

Accepting and treating my bipolar disorder allowed me to focus on becoming a better mother. Understanding different attachment styles allows me to make more effective parenting and self-care decisions. Photo: Christopher Hopefitch / Getty Images Attachment Theory & Parenting Styles Attachment with our primary caregiver begins in early childhood. “Attachment …

Attachment Styles & Parenting with Bipolar Read more »

By Posted on

Coping with bipolar disorder and navigating effective treatment requires a group of supporters—both professional and personal. Here’s how you can work together for the best outcomes. Choochart Choochaikupt/Getty Images The Importance of Personal & Professional Support It takes a community to cope with bipolar disorder. Everyone needs a circle of …

How to Help Others Help You Manage Your Bipolar Read more »