Bipolar Disorder

What Is Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings. These mood swings are highs and lows, called manic episodes or hypomania and bipolar depression. These ups and downs can cause significant daily difficulties and affect intimate relationships. There are several subtypes of this disorder, each with its own diagnostic characteristics:

• Bipolar I Disorder – Characterized by one manic episode that may be preceded or followed by hypomanic or major depressive episodes. In some cases, psychosis may occur during a manic episode.
• Bipolar II Disorder – Characterized by at least one major depressive episode and at least one hypomanic episode – but does not include manic episodes.
• Cyclothymic Disorder – Characterized by at least two years, or one year in children and teenagers, of many periods of hypomania symptoms and periods of depressive symptoms (though less severe than major depression).
• Other – Bipolar and related disorders can be induced by certain drugs or alcohol or due to a medical condition. Cushing’s disease is a common cause, as are multiple sclerosis and stroke.

How Do We Address Bipolar Disorder?

Ketamine Therapy has shown promising signs when it comes to addressing treatment-resistant depression and other mental health issues. This method can be used to treat Bipolar Disorder. However, you will need to be evaluated before treatment. This therapy method is only available on a case-by-case basis.