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Bipolar disorder can affect anyone, anywhere at any time of their life. The median onset for the illness is 25 years old; however, children, teens and elderly people are affected by it, as well. Some daunting facts about bipolar disorder include when one parent has the disorder, there is a 15-30% chance that their children will have the disorder, and when both parents have the disorder, the risk increases to an alarming 50-75%. According to the World Health Organization, Bipolar Disorder is the 6th leading cause of disability on the planet. Bipolar tests are given by the individual’s doctor. There are bipolar tests online, but for the most accurate diagnosis and guidance, it’s best to consult your local clinic or general practitioner. In the past, before today’s more accurate tests for bipolar disorder, the disorder was confused with other ailments such as schizophrenia, unipolar depression, conduct disorders, substance abuse disorders, impulse control disorders, ADHD, some anxiety d...

When people suffer from depression, they know it. They feel it and they can identify it rather quickly. But when people suffer from bipolar disorder, the signs of bipolar disorder are at different ends of the mood spectrum and are, therefore, harder for the individual to identify as being one specific disorder. It’s very important for people who think they might be suffering from this disorder to gain insight via the internet, books, counselors, doctors, etc., to get the guidance they might need. BPHope.com is another great avenue to gather information. The signs of bipolar include two separate sets of symptoms, one on the depression side, and one on the mania side. Someone who is suffering from the affliction will have, at different times, symptoms from each. How can you tell if you or someone you know is showing signs bipolar? Below is a chart to help identify the symptoms: Depression Symptoms include: Loss of interest and pleasure in most everything, including sex Irritability, re...

At BPHope.com, they offer help and inspiration for those with depression and bipolar disorder. The two are intimately entwined, and yet are not the same. Depression involves unabating feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness, while bipolar disorder is marked by depression with alternating feelings of dangerous euphoria. Many people ask, what is depression? Learning about depression is the first step for people who feel they are suffering from it and want to get help. So what does depression feel like? For some, it feels like this: “It feels like someone is pressing down on my chest with an army boot.” “It’s like trying to run up a hill of mud, just to keep sliding back down.” “It’s like trying to get out of the chair to make myself something to eat and feeling like the task is equal to climbing Mt. Everest.” “It’s like instead of moving through air, I’m moving through syrup.” “It’s like being on fire while I’m drowning. It’s confusing and exhausting.” At BPHope.com, they o...

Bipolar disorder is a far-reaching mood disorder that, according to Web MD, affects 5.7 million adults in any given year. Because of its sometimes contrasting symptoms, it can be difficult to determine if someone is suffering the disorder or a different type of ailment. There are a number of online bipolar tests that people can take who are concerned that they might have the disorder, but for a true diagnosis a doctor should be involved. A test for bipolar disorder involves a number of different, progressive steps to help determine if it is, in fact, bipolar disorder, or if other health complications are at play. The first step is the physical exam. By going to the doctor and having a physical exam performed, the patient and their doctor can rule out other possible medical problems that could be the cause of their symptoms. The second step is the psychological evaluation. Feelings, behavior patterns and moods are all targeted in the self-assessment or questionnaire. During this step,...

For some people it might take days, for others it might take weeks or months, but people suffering from manic depression often desperately want to find ways to even out their rollercoaster emotions. Alternating highs and lows is a type of depressive disease that wreaks havoc on an individual’s life, as well as the lives of those around them. While for some sufferers the switches in mood might be quick, others might see a more gradual change, but either way an individual who is depression manic knows that they feel out of control and helpless when it does happen. BPHope.com is a magazine dedicated to helping people who are suffering from manic depression and other types of depressive diseases like chronic depression. It is a place for people to go who need ideas, inspiration and treatment possibilities. It’s not just for adults, they also recently added a section for Kids because manic depression affects people of all ages, and children who are suffering need help, as well. This on...

As the most comprehensive online magazine dedicated to helping people exhibiting signs of bipolar disorder, BPHope.com is also a place where people suffering from depression, anxiety and other mental conditions can go for support. BPHope.com is more than just a means to support for people with signs of bipolar; it’s also a great location to learn about the newest treatment methods along with the treatments that are tried and true. They offer articles that deal with the symptoms of bipolar disorder including depression, addiction, impulsivity, psychosis, relapse, sleep problems, mania, mood swings, anger, anxiety, spending and more. For those seeking information about bipolar signs treatment, BPHope.com delivers with articles on topics such as doctors, ECT, exercise, living well, medication, meditation, art/music, diagnosis/misdiagnosis, diet, finding a balance, confidence building, hospitalization and more. BPHope.com offers invaluable information to people suffering from bipolar...

Depression is a debilitating disease that many people suffer from everyday. It drains people of energy and, therefore, productivity, and sullies the lives of the individuals suffering from it, as well as their loved ones wishing they could help. When someone is in need of treatment for depression, it’s important that they consult their doctor for specific details on depression treatment, but it’s also important to seek out educational and informational knowledge online about treatment depression , such as at BPHope.com. BPHope.com is an award-winning community that strives to educate and inform others about the world of bipolar disorder. People suffering from bipolar disorder also need information regarding manic highs and depressive lows, which include depression treatment and how to cope on a daily basis. Although depression treatment should be supplied by a qualified physician, there are some ways the individual can help themselves. Treatment Depression includes: Giving yourself ...

The depression that individuals face that is also combined with periods of exaggerated elation or euphoria are symptoms that are associated with bipolar disorder. At BPHope.com, they offer resources about depression to individuals who believe they might be suffering (or are suffering) from bipolar disorder.   Unfortunately, it is the manic cycle, or euphoric phase, of bipolar disorder that tends to get the most attention from the public. The other side of the coin, the depression , can be even more harmful to the individual and can also mark the majority of the time spent suffering. Many people ask, “What is depression?” and for people suffering chronic depression and those suffering from bipolar depression the answer is relatively the same, however, it should be treated differently. When someone asks, “ What is depression ?” the answer is generally, a deep sense of despair that the person can’t shake. They are likely over-sleeping, not interested in things they were once interest...

BPHope.com is a community of people banded together to offer a wide variety of information to people suffering from bipolar disorder. Visitors can join their forum to interact with other people who are affected by the disorder, and they can also read articles and first-person essays on what it’s like to live with the condition. Many people don’t even realize they have the disorder and should go to their doctor to take a bipolar test . Once diagnosed, there are many treatments that they and their doctor can consider. For individuals looking for tests for bipolar , it’s best to understand that a true bipolar disorder diagnosis can only come from a qualified doctor. There are online tests, but they can only give the person a rough estimate or idea of whether or not they are suffering from the condition. So, a test for bipolar starts with a consultation with a doctor.  A test for bipolar disorder will reveal certain aspects to the person’s daily life that are in line with the conditio...

Bipolar disorder is more than just moodiness. It’s a condition that takes over people’s lives and can wreak havoc on it. The person with bipolar can find themselves in harmful situations they never thought would be possible. Luckily, with treatment, bipolar disease can be managed and the sufferer can enjoy life without worrying that their bipolar disorder will take over and run it for them. However, it’s important for people who think they might be suffering from bipolar disorder and those around them to understand the signs of bipolar . Bipolar signs include being both ends of the mood spectrum – up and down, high and low. Everyone has mood swings, but the person suffering from bipolar disorder will have a marked increase and decrease in mood shift to the point where it substantially affects their life. In fact, hypomania, one of the signs bipolar, is marked by a feeling of euphoria, without a break in reality. This is one of the bipolar signs that actually feels good...

Depression is a real, life-altering, debilitating mood disorder that causes a perpetual feeling of doom and sadness. It is marked by fatigue, loss of interest in otherwise enjoyable activities, and persistent thoughts of death and suicide. The person feels unworthy, detached and alone. The treatment for depression does not happen in one day, it is not a quick process. However, there is depression treatment available and because medications alone should not be relied on, the individual does need to take the steps to seek their own treatment for depression. At BPHope.com, they offer their visitors information about the world of bipolar disorder and depression. Even though depression is one side of the bipolar coin, a person with depression does not necessarily have bipolar disorder. It’s important to make the distinction between the two disorders. Treatment for depression and treatment for bipolar depression are two separate issues, and should be discussed with the person’s doctor. BP...

The depression aspect of bipolar disorder is, according to those who suffer from it, the most debilitating and disruptive side. It can dominate people’s lives and steer the course of the person’s illness. When gripped with depression, being an active member of society is nearly impossible. Going to work, attending school, maintaining positive relationships all suffer when someone is wrestling with depression. Not just being an active member of society, but being an active member in one’s own life is heartbreakingly impossible. What is it about depression that makes it so debilitating for a person with bipolar disorder? Well, for one thing, it usually lasts longer than a manic episode. It’s also harsher on the person’s self worth as they have continual thoughts of death and suicide, unworthiness, guilt, fatigue and lack of motivation. This greatly affects the person’s relationships and social interactions. Another aspect about depression is that depressive episodes happen more frequen...

BPHope.com is an inspirational online magazine that is dedicated to helping those who are suffering from the affects of bipolar disorder. Bringing the latest news, educational information and research, BPHope.com strives to empower those who are affected with the disorder including families, caregivers and health care professionals. Usually, as time passes, an individual might wonder, “Could I have bipolar?” But aren’t really sure. It’s important to seek out information on the symptoms, how bipolar differs from chronic depression and what’s involved with taking a bipolar test. A test for bipolar disorder isn’t blood or tissue related. A physical exam is part of a test for bipolar, but the other aspects of the bipolar test include questionnaires and interviews for the friends and the family of the patient, creating and maintaining a mood and sleep pattern chart to be directly compared with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, and of course, undergoing a mental he...

Bipolar disorder is marked by extreme mental highs and extreme mental lows. Bipolar signs can sometimes be mistaken for general depression, so it’s important to know all of the signs of bipolar beforehand to be able to convey them to a doctor for a possible diagnosis. Whether you are looking into help for yourself or for a loved one, get to know the signs of bipolar disorder for true-blue accuracy and thorough treatment options. Mania Bipolar Signs include:     Restlessness and impulsivity     Flawed judgment     Being overconfident and unrealistic in one’s own power and ability     Displaying risky behavior such as excessive gambling, impulsive sexual liaisons, spending sprees     Extreme agitation to the point of feeling nervous and twitchy     Talking too quickly to be understood, accompanied by racing thoughts     Feeling super happy or “high” for long periods of time ...

Regular mood swings are hard enough to handle. For people with bipolar disorder, depression symptoms may be medically manageable, but over half of people with the condition don’t seek help. Depression is a pervasive condition throughout the world, with three million cases of it diagnosed every year in the United States. Bipolar disorder is defined as depression plus mania. The depression symptoms a person with bipolar disorder experiences are then marked by a subsequent opposite swing on the spectrum to feeling elation, exaggerated confidence that can bring on reckless behavior. BPHope.com is an online community dedicated to helping people who have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, as well as for those who exhibit depression symptoms . Their website is chock full of educational and enlightening information surrounding all things bipolar including depression treatment, bipolar disorder and how it relates to family, dating, parenting, school, spouses, the stigma o...

There are several online bipolar tests designed for people to get an idea if they may, in fact, have bipolar disorder. These tests, however, should never be a substitute for going to see the doctor and being examined thoroughly. Tests for bipolar include creating mood charts and answering questionnaires, along with a physical exam. Because it is crucial that a person with bipolar disorder gets treated, a doctor should be consulted before any treatment steps are taken. At BPHope.com, they provide a community of people with bipolar disorder who welcome new members along with providing an organized place to find information surrounding bipolar disorder including how it affects work life, love life, school, motivation levels, etc. BPHope.com is the digital format of a hard copy magazine and both are equally as informative. Although they don’t offer specific tests for bipolar (because they recommend seeing your doctor), they provide a wealth of information to get you started....

The symptoms of bipolar vary greatly, just as the disorder does. Someone can exhibit both depression and mania, which often confuses people because depression is more pervasive in our society and more easily detected. When someone (even the individual) feels depressed and then feels a manic high, they tend to believe that depression is not the cause, or else, how could they feel such confidence? Such optimism? The truth is, they may be suffering from bipolar symptoms , and should seek out a doctor’s care. At BPHope.com, they offer a multitude of articles by people with bipolar disorder (including celebrities) that are helping to bring the symptoms for bipolar disorder into the light of day. Although depression strikes almost 10% of the American population and bipolar symptoms about 2.6%, it is an all-consuming disorder that can alter a person’s life in considerable ways and should be monitored and treated by a doctor. Unfortunately, of the 2.6% of the adult populatio...

Bipolar mania is a serious condition that affects not just the individual but also all of the people around them including family, friends and coworkers. Usually starting in late adolescence, bipolar disorder mania affects 5.7 million adults in America. It can sometimes mask itself as depression in the teen years but it can also begin much later in life and as early as childhood. Although there is gender equality when it comes to bipolar mania , women tend to start with a depressive episode and men tend to start with a manic episode. There is no difference in the number of people with bipolar mania disorder when it comes to ethnic groups or social classes. The disorder is well represented among all ages and races. There is a hereditary aspect to bipolar disorder mania , and there may even be a genetic link. In fact, if both parents have bipolar mania, their children run a 50-75% of also having the condition. Sometimes people don’t even realize they have bipolar mania di...

People who are suffering from bipolar disorder and don’t realize it might not take their depression symptoms seriously because they also have manic highs. Depression symptoms in someone with bipolar disorder vary a bit from chronic depression symptoms, and need to be treated differently, at least in terms of medication. Depression can last for a few hours or it can last for months, even years. Those suffering from bipolar depression have some symptoms that those suffering from clinical depression don’t have including guilt, unpredictable mood swings, restlessness and irritability. Depression symptoms in those with bipolar also can include the person moving and speaking slowly, weight gain or loss and sleeping excessively or not enough. They are also more likely to spiral into psychotic depression which means the person loses touch with reality. Psychotic depression is a huge disability that hinders work, social life and life in general. Generally, those suffering from ...

At BPHope.com, an online support system is provided for people suffering from bipolar disorder. BPHope is committed to helping people with bipolar disorder and their family and friends to better understand the symptoms and treatments of bipolar disorder which included bipolar depression and manian.  Chock full of informative articles, BPHope.com also provides a community forum so that people with bipolar disorder can ask questions, find answers, and connect with others who are wrestling with the mental affliction. For people who suspect they or their loved ones might have bipolar disorder, the first step is consulting their doctor. There are plenty of online tests, but when it comes to an accurate, thorough diagnosis, it’s important to go through the test for bipolar process with a doctor who is qualified in determining and ultimately making the diagnosis. Upon visiting the doctor, the individual will undergo a physical exam. Lab tests and other results accumulated fr...

Without proper treatment, bipolar disorder can be a life-threatening condition. People with bipolar disorder are more likely to commit suicide than the general population. It’s essential that individuals know what to look for when it comes to the symptoms for bipolar disorder, as it may be present in their parents, their children and themselves. A parent with bipolar disorder has a 15-30% higher chance of their children having bipolar disorder, and if both parents have the disorder than the risk jumps to a whopping 50-75%. Brain disorders can be difficult to diagnose, as there are a range of reasons why a person may act one way or another. Hormones, work and home stress, lack of sleep all can affect someone’s mood patterns. It’s important to note that bipolar disorder is both sides of the coin. It’s the highs and the lows of one person’s moods. But being a little down or being in a good mood is much different from the depressive and euphoric states experienced by someon...

Affecting about 5.7 million Americans over the age of 18, bipolar disorder mania is a condition that, with treatment and the right network connections, can improve a person’s quality of life tremendously. At BPHope.com, their aim is to bring those suffering from bipolar mania disorder together in an effort to help them feel less alone and better educated in all things surrounding bipolar mania . It’s essential for people suffering from bipolar disorder mania to learn that they are not alone, that there are plenty of people, including celebrities that are going through many of the same issues and concerns. Bipolar mania affects every aspect of someone’s life, all of their relationships including children, parents, coworkers, friends, spouses, partners both romantic and business, etc. At BPHope.com, people can read about what techniques and methodologies have helped other sufferers, and can reach out in community forums to make acquaintances and friends who can help them...

BPHope.com is a site that is dedicated to those who suffer from bipolar disorder and depression symptoms . Through their forums, communities and articles, their goal is to instill hope and a sense of family with other individuals suffering from the same symptoms. Severe depression is one of the many symptoms of bipolar disorder. Sometimes, episodes can last for weeks and conversely can be absent for many years. The folks at BPHope.com suggest looking at a depression relapse as an opportunity for growth and introspection. The first thing to realize, upon the onset of depression symptoms, is that you made it through an episode, or many, in the past, and you can do so again. Yes, it’s like climbing a mountain that seems insurmountable, but the fact remains that you were able to conquer it before, and since you’re now armed with even more information, you will, again, achieve success. The very fact that your depression symptoms are re-emerging is a clear indication t...

For someone who is unaware or undiagnosed, exhibiting the symptoms of bipolar disorder can be a frightening ordeal. If you or a loved one exhibit the signs of bipolar disorder, it’s best to make an appointment with their doctor so that they can undergo some tests for bipolar disorder. Symptoms of bipolar disorder range from one end of the mood spectrum to the other, from severe mania to severe depression. The exhibiting behaviors of mania include a decreased need for sleep, easily distracted, racing thoughts, rapidly talking and impulsivity. The behaviors exhibited by someone who is severely depressed include fatigue or loss of energy for the entire day, a feeling of overwhelming sadness and hopelessness, insomnia or excessive sleeping, inability to concentrate, recurrent thoughts of suicide and more. Although it’s necessary to see a doctor for a true bipolar disorder diagnosis, there are some questions you can prepare yourself for when it comes to what to expect d...

BPHope.com is an online portal dedicated to helping those who exhibit symptoms of bipolar disorder. There are a number of symptoms related to the condition and some of these include impulsivity, psychosis, thoughts of suicide, stress, substance abuse, hypersexuality, depression, anxiety, anger, mood swings and sleep problems. For people who are exhibiting symptoms for bipolar disorder, BPHope.com lends itself as a helping hand in finding resources as well as others who manage and struggle with the condition. On the site you’ll find many articles, blogs and a community forum where individuals can speak freely and feel hopeful through the knowledge that there are known strategies and coping techniques for bipolar symptoms . Sleep disturbances are one of the nearly constant hallmarks of mood disorders, bipolar disorder among them; a full 94% of people living with bipolar disorder report sleep disturbances. Regulating our mood is highly dependent on the quality and...

At BPHope.com, they understand that for someone with bipolar mania disorder practically anything at all has the ability to careen their mood into disarray. Whether it’s a light argument with a child, spouse or neighbor, unorganized surroundings or even a joyous event , the individual with bipolar mania disorder needs to be aware of their certain triggers and how best to control them. If you have no idea what your triggers are, it’s possible to pinpoint them through some thorough mood tracking. Take a week or more and track everything in your life from your sleeping habits, the meals you’ve eaten, medications, support groups you’ve attended, etc. Once you’ve tracked your moods through all of your daily habits, you should be able to better recognize what might or might not be your triggers. For someone with bipolar mania , these triggers could be internal or external or both. It’s important to recognize them because once you do, you can map out your day effectivel...

Tests for bipolar disorder should always be conducted by a licensed physician. At BPHope.com, whether or not the individual has been fully diagnosed, their site is to offer information, hope and a sense of camaraderie for those suffering from the symptoms of bipolar disorder. Bipolar tests are crucial for the individual so that they can be accurately treated and learn how to precisely manage their condition. An individual obtaining a test for bipolar disorder will likely, at first, experience a physical exam. A physical exam is extremely important to rule out any other medical issue that the individual might be harboring. Symptoms often overlap so it’s necessary to rule out other possibilities. After the physical exam, the next test for bipolar disorder is the psychological evaluation. During this step, the person fills out a questionnaire to address their feelings, thoughts and behaviors. Likely, family and friends of the individual undergoing bipolar tests will be ask...

Depression is damaging. Depression hurts. Depression turns everyday living into a sluggish, uphill battle that is finally defeated when the person falls asleep at the end of the day. Sometimes, depression is so ever-present the person sleeps throughout the day, if only to combat the harmful feelings that won’t shake hold of their mind. Knowing depression symptoms is the first step toward getting treatment. Some depression symptoms include feelings of helplessness and hopelessness, unexplained anger and irritability, reckless behavior, hating oneself, difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much, loss of interest in what was interesting before, etc. If you or someone you know suffers from these depression symptoms , it’s important to seek out a medical professional for a full evaluation. BPHope.com also offers a wide array of information and articles on depression symptoms, depression treatment and bipolar depression and mania. Where there are depression symptoms, there...

Bipolar symptoms run the gamut of human emotions. One day the individual may be very depressed, nearly suicidal, and the next day they might be on top of the world, feeling weightless and impulsive. Of course, a diagnosis should come from a professional medical authority, but it’s important for people to realize the symptoms of bipolar disorder so they can recognize it themselves or someone they love. There are two separate aspects of bipolar disorder, basically, the mania and the depression. Two sides of the same coin that 5.5 million Americans suffer from, which equals 2.6% of the adult population. Many people may have some of the symptoms of bipolar disorder at one time or another, but a true sufferer of bipolar disorder may have most or all of them. That’s why it’s important to see a doctor who can diagnose and then offer treatment ideas. At BPHope.com, they have built a community around managing life with bipolar symptoms and, therefore, thriving in life even wit...

BPHope Magazine, both online and print, is an excellent resource for those suffering from Bipolar Mania Disorder . They offer education about bipolar mania through articles dedicated to the symptoms of bipolar mania such as addiction, anger, depression, hypersexuality, impulsivity, mania, sleep problems, spending and more. They also provide treatment articles written by experts and those who are personally struggling with the disorder. Treatment articles include finding a balance, hospitalization, setting goals, physical health, psychotherapy and more. BPHope’s mission is to provide hope and harmony to individuals while living with bipolar disorder mania. The digital and print magazine are filled with first-person profiles and inspirational features that deal with living with bipolar mania . Both print and online editions offer the latest research, news and educational information so sufferers can build a healthy lifestyle through exercise, stress reduction, sleep, heal...

BPHope.com is a website dedicated to the treatment, nurturing and hope for people with bipolar disorder. They offer innumerable articles on everything ranging from the symptoms of bipolar disorder and what it’s like to have bipolar disorder, to how to manage family life, work and dating. Their community forum is the perfect place to voice concerns, ask questions and seek out others who are experiencing the same thing in life. When it comes to getting a test for bipolar disorder and subsequent diagnosis, consult a doctor. There are a number of exams and tests for bipolar that are performed to determine the existence of bipolar disorder. First, there is a physical exam. This helps the doctor determine if there are any other medical issues present that might be the cause of the symptoms the person is experiencing. Secondly, there is a psychological evaluation. During this test for bipolar disorder, the person is asked to fill out a questionnaire and also answer questions ...

The symptoms of bipolar range from one end of the human emotion scale to the other. If you or a friend or loved one has ever experienced a sweeping range of emotions, read on and consider the possibility of having bipolar mania. To truly be diagnosed, consult your doctor but take heart, there are many treatments and groups that exist to help people with bipolar symptoms get help and lead normal lives. Many of which can be found at http://www.BPHope.com . There are two aspects to symptoms for bipolar disorder, one is the mania aspect, and the other is the depression aspect. Some people may experience hypomania which is actually less severe than mania, but similar in many respects. Bipolar Mania symptoms include: Feeling unusually optimistic or even “high” without use of chemicals Feeling extremely energetic on very little sleep, irritability Jumping quickly from one thought to the next, racing thoughts Impulsivity and impaired judgment Inability to concentrate, highly ...

Bipolar mania is not rare. In fact, about 2.6% of American adults suffer from it in any given year. Also known as manic depressive disorder, manic depression and bipolar disorder, bipolar mania causes extreme shifts in an individual’s energy, mood, behavior, even their way of thinking. When an individual is having a manic episode, their symptoms might include an inability to focus and concentrate, very little need for sleep, a feeling of excessive power, heightened good mood, irritability, racing thoughts, a lot of activity, high energy and fast, unpredictable talking. On the flip side, when an individual is having a depressive episode, their symptoms might include an inability to experience pleasure, an overwhelming feeling of hopelessness, feeling mentally and physically sluggish, sleep problems, feelings of worthlessness, thoughts of death and suicide and more. If this sounds like you or someone you love, there’s no need to suffer alone. At BPHope.com, they offer “H...