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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is bipolar disorder?
A psychological disorder characterized by extreme mood swings. The exact cause is unclear, though genetic and environmental factors play a role.
Symptoms of bipolar disorder
Decrease in ambition and motivation
Concentration is getting worse
More restless than usual affecting speech and actions
Before becoming depressed, had an episode of high mood where sleep was unnecessary
Feeling less need for sleep
Fatigue
An uplifting or exhilarating feeling that lasts more than a few days
Impulsive words or actions (impulsiveness)
Questions your doctor may ask to check for bipolar disorder
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose bipolar disorder
Do you feel you have less ambition, motivation or willpower lately?
Do you feel you have problems concentrating recently?
Do you feel more restless than usual and this affects the way you move or speak?
Before your mood dropped drastically, was there a period where you could perform well despite no/minimal sleep?
Do you feel fine even if you don't sleep at night?
Treatment for bipolar disorder
Regular medication and therapy is important and effective. In severe cases, hospitalisation may be needed to prevent the patient from harming themselves or others during their extreme mood swings. Such cases may also benefit from having a procedure where electricity is passed through the brain.
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Reviewed By:
Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)
Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.
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