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Are you concerned because you believe you have the symptoms of bipolar? Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that is characterized by episodes of both mania (euphoria) and depression. Depending on the frequency of both and the severity determines the type of bipolar that is present in the individual. However, screening tests for bipolar and a diagnosis by the individual’s doctor  are necessary to make an accurate diagnosis of bipolar or depression. There are a number of screening tests for bipolar online and these are a good starting point and only give an indication of whether you are showing some of the symptoms of bipolar disorder . They can be used as a screening tool to take to your doctor, along with a journal that you keep of all of your moods, eating habits, sleep schedule, exercise habits, any triggers that you have noticed, and more.  Here is a sampling of the type of questions you might encounter during a test for bipolar: • Has there ever been a time w...

Bipolar disease affects 5.7 million people in the United States alone. Many people know someone with bipolar disorder. It’s natural to want to help a friend or loved one with bipolar with helpful words, but sometimes, even though you might think you are speaking from the heart, what you say can come across as flip or inconsiderate to the person with bipolar disease. Below are things you should never say to someone with bipolar disorder: “Things are so good for you, why are you so depressed?”  This might be one of the very worst things to say to someone with bipolar because if anything, the person knows that they have a good life. They can be grateful for their world and still not have control over their mood swings, which only makes them feel that much worse.  “You should stop taking things so personally.” When someone is struggling with bipolar, it isn’t just their brain that is affected it’s their entire physical and mental well being. Being less confident in oneself...

To be human means to have a range of moods. But, how do you know if your range of moods falls within the boundaries of bipolar illness? The symptoms of depression include lack of energy, preoccupation with morbid thoughts, and withdrawing from friends. If an individual struggles with depression and then cycles into a euphoric mood, it might be a sign of bipolar disorder. Here are some signs of bipolar that you might be ignoring: Experiencing euphoria :Euphoria, itself, is not a harmful emotion. The individual may also find that it is associated with feeling extremely productive, creative, and goal-oriented. However, if the feeling of euphoria lasts for a week or more and appears with other symptoms (racing thoughts, quick speech, irritability), then you might be looking at bipolar illness. Feeling overconfident :  An individual with bipolar disorder often feelsan extreme confidence in their abilities. This also leads to  decisions that can be risky and harmful to the ind...

Millions of people in the United States suffer from bipolar, and so they must also figure out how to manage their illness while at work. Oftentimes people with bipolar I and bipolar II disorder seek out employment that is quite intense for a short period of time, which would fall in line with the nature of the illness. However, it’s best for people with bipolar disorder to find employment with regular hours for the structure and stability. The key to managing bipolar at work is by recognizing when symptoms are developing and responding accordingly. Regularly manage your stress levels at work. Practice deep/relaxing breathing at your desk Go for a walk around the block Take regular breaks before you actually need them Listen to music that you find relaxing Call a supportive friend Maintain a healthy lifestyle   Get enough sleep – especially on nights when you have work the next day Skip the office donuts and choose fresh fruits instead Consider how caffeine negatively...

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...