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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...

Bipolar Disorder is a mental disorder that causes changes in mood, energy, and functionality. It can be categorized into three different conditions Bipolar I, Bipolar II , and Cyclothymic. People suffering from Bipolar disorder have extreme emotional states that occur at distinct times, also called as mood episodes. These mood episodes can further be categorized in manic, hypomanic, and depressive periods. Bipolar I disorder is discussed below. Bipolar I Disorder Those with Bipolar I disorder experience dramatic mood swings. During the manic episode, they might feel on top of the world or uncomfortably irritated. During depressive episode, they may feel sad or hopeless, with periods of normal moods in between of these episodes. Bipolar I can more easily be diagnosed when a person is experiencing a manic episode. Manic Episode The manic episode is a period of at least one week when the person is very high spirited or is extremely irritated for an unknown reason. The person has ...

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: 1.) Feelings of euphoria, sometimes defined as a feeling of extreme happiness 2.) Engaging in risky behaviors (these include sexual, financial, physical, etc.) 3.) Exceptional energy wi...

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...

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that affects 5.7 million people in the United States, and according to the World Health Organization, over 60 million people suffer worldwide. Characterized by extreme mood swings, bipolar disorder can be broken down into two types: Bipolar I and Bipolar II. More people suffer from bipolar II, and bipolar I is defined as at least one manic episode along with episodes of depression, while bipolar II is defined as periods of hypo-mania along with episodes of depression. Bipolar I The difference between the two types of bipolar disorder is that with bipolar I , the person experiences full-out mania. A manic episode can last anywhere from weeks to even months, and is characterized by a reduced need for sleep, increased energy levels, losing touch with reality, feelings of euphoria, over-confidence in one’s abilities, rapid thoughts and speech, over-activity, delusions (sometimes), intense excitement, agitation, risk-taking, increased sexual appetit...