Bipolar Disorder Blogs

Bipolar disorder affects almost 3% of American adults in a year, but not all of them eventually reach a doctor for timely treatment [1]. People may rejoice in the heightened productivity during manic episodes, exhale with relief at times of temporary lull, or believe bipolar unmedicated symptoms will pass on their own. But sooner or […]

“You’re up, then you’re down”, sang Katy Perry in her iconic “Hot n Cold” single, describing signs bipolar women experience, alongside other notable BD symptoms such as mood shifts, impulsivity, and risk-taking demeanors. This condition is embedded into the lives of 2.8% of Americans [1], with a particular impact on females.. If left untreated, the […]

Bipolar disorder ruthlessly affects both men and women [1], having a sweeping impact on a person’s emotional and psychological state, work, daily life, and relationships. Bipolar signs and symptoms in men have distinct peculiarities. What are the signs of bipolar in men? Are their symptoms more severe, or do they have episodes more frequently? Let’s […]

Do you know that bipolar disorder keeps the palm among all mental health issues in the number of broken relationships and divorces? The study says that the possibility of separation or divorce in a couple with one of the partners having BD is 2-3 times higher than on average [1]. If you have ever faced […]

One of the most life-changing mental health issues is no doubt Bipolar Disorder. Shifts of mood, hyperarousal and periods of depression after that, impulsivity, difficulties with emotional management and relationships. All these words are familiar to BD people. Yet, Narcissists may say the same! So, let’s compare Bipolar vs Narcissism in our URP Behavioral Health […]

The current selection of treatment options for bipolar personality disorder is reasonably wide. It ranges from medicines of various types to psychotherapeutic interventions. Bipolar patients usually receive some or a mix of antipsychotics, mood stabilizers and antidepressants. Lamictal is a medication that is a calming solution for overexcited nerves. One should carefully follow medical instructions […]

Bipolar disorder is characterized by regular mood swings and since its onset, patients experience them in various severity. Ups and downs follow each other and, according to their severity, there are three main types of BPD – namely, BPD 1, BPD 2, and cyclothymic bipolar disorder. Although the start of BPD may occur in adulthood, […]

An Emotional Support or Emotional Support Animal (ESA) is a special type of assistance animal that helps to alleviate the onset of autosomal or emotional impairments such as modesty, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. In most cases, these animals are usually brought in by a licensed mental health professional under the prescription of an individualized […]

This is not possible, bipolar disorder cannot occur at birth. Genetic predisposition and environmental factors can trigger bipolar disorder later in life. Even if the disorder is not congenital, it can develop quickly in people whose relatives suffer from it. Studies have shown that even if genetics are important, factors such as stress, trauma and […]