Bipolar Basics
This is the other name for manic-depressive illness
What is bipolar disorder
This type of bipolar disorder includes full-blown manic episodes followed by depressive episodes
What is Bipolar I disorder?
During a manic episode, a person may have an inflated sense of this, feeling overly important
What is self-esteem or grandiosity?
This mood stabilizer is one of the most commonly prescribed medications for bipolar disorder
What is lithium?
This mood episode involves extreme euphoria, energy, and impulsivity
What is mania?
This type of bipolar disorder involves hypomania and major depressive episodes, without full mania
What is Bipolar II disorder?
This term describes extreme feelings of sadness and hopelessness in depressive episodes
What is depression?
This type of therapy focuses on helping patients manage mood swings and develop healthy routines
What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
The alternating periods of highs and lows are called these in bipolar disorder
What are mood episodes?
This term describes rapid swings between mania and depression, happening four or more times a year
What is rapid cycling?
People in a manic episode often have little need for this, sometimes going days without it
What is sleep?
These medications are often prescribed during depressive episodes but can sometimes trigger mania
What are antidepressants?
A less severe form of mania, often called "mild mania," is known as this
What is hypomania?
This type of bipolar disorder involves milder mood swings, without full-blown mania or depression
What is Cyclothymic disorder?
During depressive episodes, people may struggle with making decisions, showing a decrease in this cognitive ability
What is concentration?
Consistent use of medication is key to managing bipolar disorder, but these medical professionals often help patients monitor their treatment
What are psychiatrists?