What Is Bipolar disorder?

A mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes.

Symptoms of Bipolar disorder?

Medication, psychotherapy, self-care practices, support from loved ones, and monitoring of symptoms.

Elevated, expansive, or irritable mood, increased energy or activity, decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts, distractibility, or engaging in risky behaviors

Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or worthlessness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or sleep, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, or thoughts of suicide

Symptoms of both mania and depression occurring at the same time

Rapid or extreme changes in mood, energy, or activity levels

Hallucinations or delusions during a manic or depressive episode

Engaging in risky behaviors such as substance abuse, overspending, or sexual promiscuity during a manic episode