Bipolar Disorder:An Overview

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Types of Bipolar Disorder

•Bipolar I•Bipolar II•Mixed Episodes•Rapid Cycling

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Bipolar Type1Mania

Euphoria

Agitation

Recklessness

High Energy levels

Depression

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Bipolar Type2Prolonged Depression

Lack of Energy

Demotivation

Hypomania

Disinterest in activities

once pleasurable

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Rapid CyclingChange of Moods between Mania to

Depression and back within a week

The frequency can be intraday

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CausesGenetic roots

Environmental

Biological

(Brain Disorder,Chemical imbalance)

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TreatmentPsychiatrist:

consultation and medication as prescribed

Counseling

Discipline

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Holistic Approach

Exercise

Yoga

Meditation

Fitness

Nutritious Diet

Abstinence from Alcohol/Drugs

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Positive Approach

Acceptance (life long treatment)

Co-operation (with Doctors)

Belief

Perseverance

Appreciation

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Prevalence 2.4% of Adult population worldwide

(approx 60 Million)

If families are taken

into account,lives of 240 million

are disrupted.

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