As a McLean Hospital guest blogger, Alan S. shares his long struggle with mental illness and how he eventually found happiness in his life. Here is a link:...
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder is a mood disorder characterized by fluctuation in moods that impact different areas of life. According to the National Alliance For Mentally Ill, approximately 7 million people in the United States are diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. Often times, people seek treatment after the symptoms adversely impact their functioning. The good news is there are effective treatments for those with Bipolar Disorder. At Associates in Psychotherapy, our team of therapists are trained to assess and treat this condition. Our team also recognizes that coordination of care in importance with this mood disorder and we help connect our clients with reputable and trustworthy colleagues for medications, outpatient programming if higher level of care is warranted, and community support.
Common symptoms associated with Bipolar Disorder:
- Manic or hypomanic episodes
- High energy or euphoria
- Reduced need for sleep
- Loss of touch with reality
- Racing thoughts
- Impulsivity
- Inflated sense of self
- Depressive episodes
- Low energy
- Low motivation
- Loss of interest in daily activities
- Suicidal thoughts
How & Why You Could Be Autistic & Bipolar At The Same Time
Comorbidity refers to having more than one condition at the same time. In his Psychology Today article, Dr. Christopher Badcock explains how one may have Autism and Bipolar Disorder at the same time. Here is a link:...
A Family’s Mental Health Journey: Emergency, Illness, Recovery, Stability
Bipolar Disorder is a serious mental health condition that requires treatment. However, treatment can often be cost-prohibitive. CNN's Jenny Gold follows the story of a young woman and her family's journey after she was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. Their story...
New Bipolar Treatment Proves Patients Can Control Their Mania
Bipolar Disorder is a serious mental illness. Individuals with this condition often struggle with episodes of depression and mania. A new study suggests that people can control their mania with certain interventions. In MentalHealthMatters.com, Julie Frey writes...
New Bipolar Treatment Proves Patients Can Control Their Mania
Bipolar Disorder is a serious mental illness. Individuals with this condition often struggle with episodes of depression and mania. A new study suggests that people can control their mania with certain interventions. In MentalHealthMatters.com, Julie Frey writes...
Healing The Hurt
Bipolar and other mental health conditions often affect one's relationships. In PsychCentral, Dr. Barbara Bachmeier writes about common relational issues when struggling with Bipolar Disorder. Here is a link to the article:...
How A Schizophrenia Gene Affects The Brain
MedicalNewsToday.com writes about new research findings on mental illness. In a recent study, scientists found a gene DISC1, that may be a risk factor for mental health conditions such as depression, bipolar, and schizophrenia. This finding could have positive...
Keeping A Job When You Have Bipolar Disorder
Many people with Bipolar Disorder lead productive and fulfilling lives. However, it is not always easy to manage this serious mental illness while consistently meet all of the demands one's life. Natasha Tracy provides useful tips for managing one's job for those...
Bipolar and Triggers
On HealthyPlace.com, Julie Fast explains triggers and how they affect Bipolar Disorder. Here is a link to the article: Bipolar and Triggers