It’s important to get a correct diagnosis, so the condition can be better treated, and the family knows what to expect in terms of behaviors. Let’s examine 12 key differences and similarities between the two types of bipolar disorder.
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Bipolar disorder is a complicated mental health condition that generally results in wide mood swings, from a patient feeling really great to incredibly depressed. Although we usually think about mood swings in the short term, in reality many people with bipolar disorder can experience slow fluctuations that can last days or even weeks. Most people […]
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Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that affects millions of people. The most common symptom associated with bipolar disorder is mood swings, but there are many others, including these 15.
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While the disorder is commonly marked by extreme ups and downs, there’s more to know about it whether you’re dealing with it yourself or a loved one is. There’s also a lot of misinformation about bipolar out there – so here are 13 myths dispelled along with facts.
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Bipolar disorder is often mistaken for depression, while borderline personality disorder (BPD) can be misdiagnosed as depression or PTSD. Let’s take a closer look at 13 differences between these mental illnesses.
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Statistics show that approximately 2.3 million Americans suffer from Bipolar Disorder. That’s 1.2-percent of the population! So it’s likely that you know someone with Bipolar Disorder, perhaps even a close loved one or family member. This complex mental disorder is marked with distinct and often drastic periods of depression and mania, which can often cause fear and misunderstanding. Thankfully, great online resources […]
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