Extreme mood swings are the hallmark of the mental illness known as bipolar disorder. Symptoms can include episodes of depression as well as mania, which is an extremely elevated mood.
An extremely unstable mood, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression), is a symptom of bipolar disorder, formerly known as bipolar disease or manic depression.
Managing daily tasks at work or school or keeping up relationships are common struggles for people with bipolar disorder.
These mood swings can impact sleep, energy, activity, judgment, behavior, and the capacity to think clearly. When your mood shifts to depression or hypomania (less severe than mania), you may feel gloomy or hopeless and lose interest or pleasure in most activities.
While most people experience some emotional symptoms in between episodes, some people may not, mood swing episodes can happen infrequently or several times a year.
Even though it’s a chronic condition, bipolar disorder is typically managed with medication and talk therapy (psychotherapy).
Causes
Although there is no known cause for bipolar disorder, there are a number of potential culprits, including:
·Biological differences.Although the significance of these changes in bipolar disorder patients’ brains is still unknown, they may eventually help identify causes.
Genetics.Researchers are looking for genes that may be involved in causing bipolar disorder, as the condition is more prevalent in people who have a first-degree relative who has it, such as a sibling or parent.
Environmental factors.Bipolar disorder may be influenced by external factors such as physical illness, traumatic experiences, and high levels of stress.
Symptoms
There are various forms of bipolar disorders, including mania, hypomania, and depression, as well as related conditions. Symptoms can lead to erratic changes in mood and behavior, which can cause great distress and make life difficult.
·Bipolar I disorder.You’ve experienced at least one manic episode, which may have been preceded or followed by hypomanic or major depressive episodes. Mania may occasionally result in a dissociative state (psychosis).
·Bipolar II disorder.However, you’ve never experienced a manic episode. Instead, you’ve had at least one major depressive episode and one hypomanic episode.
·Cyclothymic disorder.You’ve experienced frequent episodes of depressive symptoms (though less severe than major depression) for at least two years, or one year in children and teenagers.
·Other types.Bipolar disorder and other related disorders that are brought on by specific drugs or alcohol or by a medical condition like Cushing’s disease, multiple sclerosis, or stroke are a few examples of these.
While the manic episodes of bipolar I disorder can be severe and dangerous, people with bipolar II disorder can experience prolonged depressive episodes that can result in serious impairment. Bipolar II disorder is not a milder form of bipolar I disorder.
The symptoms of bipolar disorder can differ from person to person and may change over time, even though it can happen at any age. Typically, it’s diagnosed in the teenage or early 20s.
Mania and hypomania
Mania is more severe than hypomania and causes more obvious problems at work, school, and social activities, as well as relationship difficulties. Mania may also result in a break from reality (psychosis) and require hospitalization. Mania and hypomania are two different types of episodes, though they share the same symptoms.
Three or more of the following symptoms are present in both manic and hypomanic episodes:
Unusual euphoria, jitteriness, or mania
Anxiety, agitation, or increased activity
An overly positive and self-assured feeling (euphoria)
· Decreased need for sleep
· Unusual talkativeness
· Racing thoughts
· Distractibility
Making poor decisions, such as shopping binges, taking sexual risks, or making ill-advised investments.
Major depressive episode
When five or more of the following symptoms are present, it is considered to be a major depressive episode.
Depressed mood, which includes emotions like sadness, emptiness, hopelessness, or tears (in kids and teenagers, depressed mood can manifest as irritability).
An obvious decline in interest or enjoyment in all (or nearly all) activities
Significant weight gain or loss while not dieting, as well as a change in appetite (in children, a failure to gain weight as anticipated may be a sign of depression)
A sleep disorder or an excessive amount of sleep
Either agitation or sluggish behavior
Energy drain or weariness
Self-deprecating thoughts or excessive or unwarranted guilt
Diminished mental clarity, inability to focus, or irrationality
Suicidal ideation, preparation, or attempt
Bipolar disorder has additional symptoms.
Other characteristics, such as anxious distress, melancholy, psychosis, or other features, as well as diagnostic labels, such as mixed or rapid cycling, may be present alongside the signs and symptoms of bipolar I and bipolar II disorders. Bipolar symptoms may also change with the seasons or occur during pregnancy.
Children’s and adolescents’ signs
When it comes to children and teenagers, it can be challenging to distinguish between bipolar disorder symptoms and those that are simply normal ups and downs, the effects of stress or trauma, or indications of a different mental health issue.
Although the pattern may differ from that of adults with bipolar disorder, children and teenagers may experience distinct major depressive, manic, or hypomanic episodes. Some children may experience times without mood symptoms in between episodes.
Severe mood swings that are not like the child or teen’s normal mood swings may be one of the most obvious signs of bipolar disorder in these age groups.
Risk factors
The following items may raise one’s risk of getting bipolar disorder or serve as a catalyst for the illness’s first episode:
Possessing a first-degree relative who suffers from bipolar disorder, such as a parent or sibling
Stressful times, like when a loved one passes away or when another traumatic event occurs
· Drug or alcohol abuse
Complications
Bipolar disorder has serious side effects that can negatively impact all facets of your life if untreated, including:
Addiction-related issues
· Suicide or suicide attempts
· Legal or financial problems
· Damaged relationships
Subpar work or academic results
Co-occurring conditions
In addition to treating your bipolar disorder, you may also need to treat any coexisting conditions that may be affecting your health, some of which may make your symptoms worse or hinder the effectiveness of your treatment.
· Anxiety disorders
· Eating disorders
· Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
· Alcohol or drug problems
Physical health issues like obesity, headaches, thyroid issues, and heart disease
Prevention
Although there isn’t a surefire way to stop bipolar disorder, seeking treatment at the first sign of a mental health condition can stop bipolar disorder or other mental health conditions from getting worse.
If you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, the following techniques can help keep minor symptoms from developing into major manic or depressive episodes:
·Pay attention to warning signs.You may have noticed a pattern to your bipolar episodes and what sets them off; call your doctor if you feel you’re about to enter a depressive or manic episode; ask family members or friends to keep an eye out for warning signs. Addressing symptoms early on can prevent episodes from getting worse.
·Avoid drugs and alcohol.Your symptoms could get worse and could return more frequently if you use alcohol or recreational drugs.
·Take your medications exactly as directed.It’s possible that you’ll feel tempted to stop the medication or reduce the dosage on your own, but you shouldn’t because doing so could have withdrawal effects or worsen your symptoms.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
When it comes to bipolar disorder, homoeopathy has a number of effective medications, but the choice depends on the patient’s individuality, taking into account their mental and physical health. Homoeopathy is currently a rapidly expanding system that is used throughout the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach to the sick individual by promoting inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical levels
Bipolar disorder can be magically controlled with homoeopathic treatments.
AURUM METALLICUM 200Aurummetallicum patients are very serious, intensely focused on work and achievement, and depressed if they feel they have failed in any way. Nervous breakdown. Thoughts of suicide but fears death greatly. Disgusted of life and thoughts. Profound despondency. Peevish. Rapid and constant questioning without waiting for answers. Oversensitive to noise. Discouragement, self-reproach, and self-loathing.
BELLADONNA 200Belladonna is a great treatment for bipolar disorder with manic episodes. Manic episodes of violent behavior include biting, striking, and tearing. He also spits on other people’s faces and exhibits a red, hot, or bluish-red face. The patient is also argumentative.
Cannabis indica is an excellent homeopathic treatment for bipolar disorder where the energy level is very high. Sudden memory loss and exaltation of spirits are characteristics of cannabis indica. Forgetful, unable to finish a sentence. Sudden loss of speech.
HYOSCYAMUS NIGAR 200Hyoscyamus Niger is an effective treatment for bipolar disorder, which manifests in violent behaviors from the patient.
IGNATIA MARA 200Sensitive people who experience grief and disappointment and try to keep the hurt inside may benefit from this remedy. Wanting not to cry or appear too vulnerable to others, they may seem guarded, defensive, and moody. They may also burst in to tears, for no apparent reason.
LILLIUM TIGRINUM 200—Lillium tig is recommended for bipolar disorder with profound depressive episodes. These symptoms include persistent weeping, a tendency to strike out or think inappropriate things, a fear of going insane, a wild, irrational feeling, and occasionally heart or uterine symptoms that are also present along with the mental symptoms.
An additional remedy for bipolar disorder with depression is NATRUM MURIATICUM 200-**Natrum mur.
NATRUM SULPH 200Bipolar disorder with depression is commonly treated with Natrum Sulph. Depression is worsened by soft music or dim lighting, sitting next to a stained glass window, strong suicidal thoughts, and the need to exercise restraint in order to avoid shooting oneself.
VERATRUM ALBUM 200Another treatment for mania associated with bipolar disorder is the veratrum album. Mania is characterized by the desire to rip and tear things, as well as pray, curse, and scream repeatedly throughout the night.
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