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Learning to cope up with bipolar disorder can be a lifelong process; after all, bipolar is a lifelong illness and every day is a new day. That being said, coping skills for bipolar disorder can be learned and have proven to be effective in improving one’s quality of life.  Bipolar Coping Mechanism   Coping skills or a coping mechanism is generally thought of as a method or methods a person can use to deal with stressful situations. People with bipolar disorder often have a special set of techniques that may help them in stress, designed specifically to work for bipolar disorder.  Some general coping skills for bipolar management include: -  Relaxation and Meditation  – These techniques are great for dealing with excessive energy in anxiety and bipolar disorder. -  Social relationships  – Reaching out to people when things are turning out to be bad is very important to keep yourself out of social isolation. Don’t forget that it is also imp...

Bipolar Disorder is characterized by varying extreme highs and lows. Mood stabilizers and other therapies are what help you in controlling your mood shifts. However, there are certain other foods that can further help in managing your bipolar disorder. Although these foods do not cure the disorder, choosing the right ones may help you feel better and ease the condition. Fish Oil – The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends consuming fatty fish’s Omega-3 oil at least two times a week.  Fish oil keeps your heart healthy, but it is also seen that it plays an important in brain functionality and behavior. Some experts believe that fish oil can prove helpful for people with bipolar disorder , particularly if they have the higher risk of cardiovascular disease. Choices of food include: Albacore tuna Herring Mackerel Salmon Trout Whole Grains – Whole Grains are great for your digestive system and heart, but it has also been seen that whole grain has a calming effect on ...

Both anxiety and depression conditions can be improved, but more than 80% of the kids with anxiety disorder and 60% with depression are not getting proper treatment according to the Child Mind Institute Children’s Mental Health Report.  Anxiety is a normal phase of childhood and each child experiences it at some point. It is usually temporary and harmless, but children with an anxiety disorder experience nervousness, fear, and shyness, and they start isolating themselves socially and look for ways to not get involved in any kind of activity.  A child or a teenager who sees a scary movie and then has trouble in falling asleep can be comforted and reassured. But this is not the case for a child with anxiety; they don’t get past their fear and anxiety. Anxiety disorders affect about 1 in every 8 teenagers. Research shows those teenagers who do not seek help are at a higher risk to being socially isolated, will be more likely to perform poorly in academics, and will...

Most people consider bipolar disorder an adult mental illness, however, children as young as six years old have been diagnosed with the disorder. BPHope.com is an online resource for people who are interested in learning more about bipolar disorder and the symptoms of depression. They recently added a “Kids” category to help children, teens, and parents better understand diagnosis and treatments. Bipolar disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings. The person might be having a depressive episode where they feel very sad and lethargic or they might be having a manic episode, where they feel euphoric and irritated. Of course, it is not always one or the other the individual struggles with; there are also periods of emotional balance in between.  Some symptoms of bipolar disorder differ slightly in children than in adults. Kids and teenagers who are having a depressive episode might: Feel and seem very sad Eat too much or too little Have little energy Not be interested i...

At BPHope.com, they offer their readership a wealth of articles surrounding the topic of the symptoms of bipolar . This all-inclusive website also offers information on how people struggling with bipolar can manage their various relationships including life partners, parents, children, bosses, friends, and coworkers. In the United States alone, 5.7 million adults have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. This mental illness is also described as “manic depression” because it encompasses both ends of the mood spectrum. “Manic” is used to describe when the individual is feeling euphoric, while “depression” is used for when they are feeling tired and sad. There are many other symptoms that can be attached to each, and they are: Mania Symptoms Exhibiting poor judgment Individual believes they are capable of things outside of their abilities Increased sexual desire Rapid speech, high volume Unusually increased amount of energy Decreased need for sleep, despite increase in energy U...

Are you interested in learning about bipolar I, bipolar II and the symptoms related to bipolar disorder? Many people ask the question, “What is bipolar?” because among the general public, there are misconceptions and falsities that surround the mental illness. Bipolar disorder affects 5.7 million adults in the United States alone. It is defined as a mental disorder that is characterized by both episodes of mania and depression. The difference between bipolar I and bipolar II is that in bipolar I, the individual experiences manic episodes (or at least one in their lifetime) while the individual with bipolar II experiences episodes of hypomania, which isn’t quite as intense as mania. The 10 signs to look for in bipolar I and bipolar II include: Manic episodes are characterized by: Feelings of euphoria, sometimes defined as a feeling of extreme happiness Engaging in risky behaviors (these include sexual, financial, physical, etc.) Exceptional energy with less need for sleep...