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Bipolar disorder affects more than 2 million Correction:  5.7 American adults. It is categorized by episodes of both mania and depression. Bipolar mania is a feeling of euphoria, irritability, a sense of grandiosity, rapid thoughts, rapid speech, and more. The depression side of bipolar disorder involves fatigue, sadness, lack of interest in what was once previously enjoyed, and lack of energy. Types of Bipolar Disorder The different types of bipolar disorder include Bipolar I, Bipolar II, Cyclothymia, NOS (not otherwise specified), and Rapid Cycling. An individual is diagnosed after determining the severity and the patterns that are displayed of their highs and lows. Bipolar disorder has a tendency to run in families. A child with one parent who has it is up to 30% more likely to have it, as well. If both parents have the disorder, the risk increases to up to 75%. It has been estimated that 1/3 of the children in the United States who are experiencing depression may, instead, be...

BPHope.com is an online magazine dedicated to the hope and harmony for people with bipolar disorder. With a wide range of articles available on the topic, they also provide an online community forum for people to discuss first-hand what it’s like living with bipolar disorder. They’ve recently started a Kids category which is dedicated to helping children, teens, and their parents, manage bipolar in children and young adults. The symptoms of bipolar disorder are discussed on the site, and include both depression and mania. When an individual is experiencing episodes of mania they feel an elevation in mood, increased irritability, high energy levels, and a decreased need for sleep. They may talk rapidly, and their thoughts and ideas run through their head even quicker. They have an inflated sense of self and what they can accomplish, and often projects are started that go unfinished. There may also be a string of reckless behavior and poor decisions are made. When an individual with bi...

Manic depression is very common. According to the Mayo Clinic, there are at least 3 million cases every year, mostly affecting people between 14 and 60 years of age. Manic depression is another term for bipolar disorder, as bipolar disorder is comprised of both depression and mania.  BPHope.com is an online magazine that is dedicated to helping those suffering from bipolar syndrome. Depression and bipolar disorder are similar, but bipolar disorder also incorporates mania, which may or may not be obvious to friends and loved ones. Most people suffer from Bipolar II, which is the less extreme type of bipolar, and subsequently means that it is harder to diagnose. Bipolar I is the classic type of bipolar disorder where mania is quite obvious, and can spiral out of control if not treated. Manic depression cannot be cured, but it can be treated. At BPHope.com, you’ll find an array of different treatment strategies that have been recognized in easing the symptoms of bipolar disorder suc...

It’s hard to believe that such a wide range of emotions can be captured all in one person, but for people who suffer from bipolar syndrome, it’s a reality. Although many people who don’t have the disorder mistakenly believe that the manic side of bipolar is one to be envied, it, too, has its negatives, and is much more than just a “high.” Many people aren’t aware of the true signs of bipolar , and those that suffer from it can benefit from a better public understanding. Bipolar Signs- Depressive Signs: Thoughts of suicide Feelings of hopelessness Un-explainable loss or increase in appetite Problems concentrating Slow speech Lack of energy    Mania Signs: Feelings of being “high” or overly elated Significant restlessness or impulsive behaviour Impaired judgment Over-confidence in one’s powers Engaging in risky behavior Racing thoughts, fast speech Bipolar disorder itself is marked by severe mood swings that swing from high to low, and low to high. Extreme mood swings can ...