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Bipolar Disorder

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Sort Desciption: WHAT IS BIPOLAR DISORDER? Bipolar disorder, or manicdepressive illness, is characterized by moods that swing between two opposite poles: Periods of mania (with exaggerated euphoria, irritability, or both). ...

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WHAT IS BIPOLAR DISORDER? Bipolar disorder, or manicdepressive illness, is characterized by moods that swing between two opposite poles: Periods of mania (with exaggerated euphoria, irritability, or both). To qualify for a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, only one episode of mood elevation needs to be reported. Episodes of depression. Although chemical imbalances in the brain are a key component of bipolar disorder, it is a complex condition that involves genetic, environmental and other factors. Bipolar Disorder Categories Bipolar disorder is classified as bipolar disorder I, bipolar disorder II, or cyclothymic disorder according to the pattern and severity of the symptoms. These conditions are most likely part of a single spectrum of the disease; patients with one type may develop another. Nevertheless, they are distinct enough to merit separate classifications, and some experts believe these conditions are actually separate disorders with different biologic factors that account for their differences. Bipolar Disorder I. Bipolar disorder I is characterized by at least one manic episode, with or without major depression. In 60% to 70% of cases, manic episodes precede or follow depressive episodes in a regular pattern. Episodes are more acute and severe than in the other two categories. Without treatment, patients average four episodes of dysregulated mood each year. With mania, either euphoria or irritability may mark the phase. In addition, there are significant negative effects (such as sexual recklessness, excessive and impulsive shopping, and sudden traveling) on a patients social life, performance at work, or both. Untreated mania lasts at least a week and it can last for months. Typically, depressive episodes tend to last six to 12 months, if left untreated. Bipolar Disorder II and Hypomania. Bipolar disorder II is characterized by at least one episode of hypomania and at least one episode of major depression. With hypomania ...

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