BIPOLAR

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Bipolar disorder, previously known as manic depression, is a mental health condition characterized by significant shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and concentration. These shifts manifest as extreme highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).
Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder:

• Manic Episodes:
• Feeling excessively happy, elated, or irritable.
• Increased energy, activity, and creativity, often accompanied by a reduced need for sleep.
• Inflated self-esteem or grandiose ideas.
• Racing thoughts and rapid speech, jumping from topic to topic.
• Distractibility.
• Impulsive or risky behaviors, such as excessive spending or risky sexual activity.
• In severe cases, unrealistic plans, delusions, or hallucinations.

• Depressive Episodes:
• Feeling sad, hopeless, or indifferent.
• Low energy and motivation.
• Loss of interest in usual activities.
• Changes in sleep patterns.
• Difficulty concentrating.
• Withdrawal from social contact.
• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt.
• Suicidal thoughts.

• Medications: Mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and sometimes antidepressants are used to manage mood swings.
• Talk Therapy: Psychotherapy, helps individuals understand and manage their condition, develop coping strategies, and improve their quality of life.