Mixed episodes
How long must symptoms last to be considered a mixed episode?
At least 1 week
What can help reduce Rapid cycling Episodes?
Stable sleep Schedule
what is cyclothymic Disorder?
A mild, long term form of bipolar disorder
What can Trigger Manic or Depressive episodes in Bipolar I Disorder?
Stress or a lack of sleep
How long is Hypomanic Episode last to meet Diagnostic criteria?
At least 4 Days
How Common are mixed Episodes Among people with Bipolar I?
About 25 to 50%
What is a Trigger for Rapid cycling?
irregular sleep or stress
How is it treated?
psychotherapy
Can a person with Bipolar I Disorder live a normal life?
Yes with proper treatment and support
what is a common treatment for Bipolar II Disorder?
Therapy or Regular sleep
What is a common Treatment for Mixed episodes?
Therapy or Medication
Can Rapid Cycling go Away?
proper treatment
What are some triggers?
chronic stress, traumatic experiences, sleep disruption
What kind of doctor typically diagnoses and treats Bipolar I Disorder?
Psychiatrist
What is Hypomania
Manic episode that lasts for least 4 days
what Triggers Mixed Episodes?
Lack of sleep or Major Stress
What gender is more likely to Experience Rapid cycling?
its common in Females
What causes Cyclothymia?
genetic factors and environmental triggers.
How long must a manic episode last for a Bipolar I Diagnosis?
At least 7 days
What can Trigger Episodes in Bipolar Ii Disorder?
Stress or lack of sleep
Can people recover from Mixed Episodes?
proper treatment and support
Why is Rapid cycling difficult to manage?
Moods shift quickly making treatment harder to balance
cyclothymia can evolve into bipolar I or Bipolar II?
ignored overtime
During a manic episode people with Bipolar I may
Impulisve beavior
During a Hypomanic Episode a person may feel?
Confident or productive and Feeling more energetic