{"id":12072,"date":"2024-04-22T14:59:03","date_gmt":"2024-04-22T12:59:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/?p=12072"},"modified":"2024-07-15T15:43:15","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T13:43:15","slug":"understanding-bipolarity-symptoms-diagnosis-and-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/understanding-bipolarity-symptoms-diagnosis-and-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Bipolarity: symptoms, diagnosis, and myths"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"12072\" class=\"elementor elementor-12072\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4ebe6b0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4ebe6b0\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9d74637\" data-id=\"9d74637\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8dc3d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"a8dc3d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/6lrgoESCmMs&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9a2a867 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9a2a867\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c13ada1\" data-id=\"c13ada1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e9522b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5e9522b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Understanding bipolar disorder involves recognizing its symptoms, understanding how it&#8217;s diagnosed, and dispelling common myths surrounding the condition. Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). Here&#8217;s a breakdown of its symptoms, diagnosis, and some myths:<\/p><h2><strong>Symptoms:<\/strong><\/h2><h4><strong>Mania or Hypomania:<\/strong><\/h4><ol><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>Elevated mood or irritability<\/li><li>Increased energy and activity<\/li><li>Racing thoughts and rapid speech<\/li><li>Decreased need for sleep<\/li><li>Impulsive behavior and poor judgment<\/li><li>Grandiose beliefs or delusions<br \/>suicide<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><p><strong style=\"font-size: 21px;\">Depression:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>Persistent sadness or anxiety<\/li><li>Feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness<\/li><li>Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed<\/li><li>Fatigue or loss of energy<\/li><li>Changes in appetite or weight<\/li><li>Thoughts of death or<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h2><strong>Diagnosis:<\/strong><\/h2><p>Diagnosing bipolar disorder involves a thorough assessment by a mental health professional. This typically includes:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Psychiatric Evaluation:<\/strong> The doctor may conduct a detailed interview to assess symptoms, mood patterns, and family history.<\/li><li><strong>Physical Examination:<\/strong> This helps rule out other possible causes of symptoms.<\/li><li><strong>Mood Charts or Diaries:<\/strong> Keeping a record of mood swings and their severity over time can aid diagnosis.<\/li><li><strong>Diagnostic Criteria:<\/strong> The diagnosis is based on criteria outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).<\/li><\/ul><h2><strong>Myths:<\/strong><\/h2><ul><li><p><strong>Bipolar disorder is just mood swings:<\/strong> While everyone experiences mood swings, bipolar disorder involves extreme fluctuations that can significantly impair functioning.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>It&#8217;s just a phase:<\/strong> Bipolar disorder is a chronic condition that requires lifelong management. It&#8217;s not simply a passing phase or moodiness.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>It&#8217;s just about being happy or sad:<\/strong> Bipolar disorder involves distinct periods of mania or hypomania and depression, not just feeling happy or sad.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Medication is the only treatment:<\/strong> While medication can help manage symptoms, therapy, lifestyle changes, and support networks are also crucial for managing bipolar disorder effectively.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>People with bipolar disorder are always unpredictable or dangerous:<\/strong> While untreated bipolar disorder can lead to risky behavior during manic episodes, with proper treatment, many people with bipolar disorder lead stable and fulfilling lives.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Understanding bipolar disorder involves recognizing its complexity and the impact it can have on individuals&#8217; lives. By educating ourselves and others, we can help reduce stigma and provide support to those affected by this condition.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding bipolar disorder involves recognizing its symptoms, understanding how it&#8217;s diagnosed, and dispelling common myths surrounding the condition. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":12340,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[131],"tags":[252,259],"temat":[],"class_list":["post-12072","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-video","tag-mental-health","tag-mental-health-crisis"],"acf":[],"rttpg_featured_image_url":{"full":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4.jpg",1536,864,false],"landscape":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4.jpg",1536,864,false],"portraits":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4.jpg",1536,864,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-300x169.jpg",300,169,true],"large":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-1200x675.jpg",1200,675,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4.jpg",1536,864,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4.jpg",1536,864,false],"be_thumbnail":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"be_clients":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-133x75.jpg",133,75,true],"slider-content":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-1536x860.jpg",1536,860,true],"portfolio-mf":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-1280x864.jpg",1280,864,true],"portfolio-mf-w":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-1280x500.jpg",1280,500,true],"portfolio-mf-t":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-768x864.jpg",768,864,true],"portfolio-list":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-1536x750.jpg",1536,750,true],"blog-portfolio":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-960x720.jpg",960,720,true],"blog-single":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-1200x675.jpg",1200,675,true],"mobile-srcset":["https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-488x275.jpg",488,275,true]},"rttpg_author":{"display_name":"Weronika Roszkowska","author_link":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/author\/weronika\/"},"rttpg_comment":0,"rttpg_category":"<a href=\"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/category\/video\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Video<\/a>","rttpg_excerpt":"Understanding bipolar disorder involves recognizing its symptoms, understanding how it's diagnosed, and dispelling common myths surrounding the condition.","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12072","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12072"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12072\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12694,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12072\/revisions\/12694"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12340"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12072"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12072"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12072"},{"taxonomy":"temat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edu.emplomind.co.uk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/temat?post=12072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}