Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder characterized by extreme mood swings between mania and depression that can last for long periods of time. There are three main types - Bipolar I involves alternating periods of mania and depression, Bipolar II involves hypomania and depression, and Cyclothymia involves milder periods of hypomania and depression. Genetics and brain structure/functioning contribute to the development of bipolar disorder. Symptoms include feeling very happy or depressed, changes in energy levels and concentration. The author's father and some family members have been diagnosed with cyclothymia or Bipolar I/II.
The common misconceptions of bipolar disorder debunked!
Intro- We have information at the ready in today's world. We associate bipolar disorder with abrupt bad moods which is incorrect.
The Myth- We have built this stereotype of bipolar disorder due to assumptions and being uniformed. I hope this slide show clears that message up.
What is bipolar? Most people don't know there are 2 types of bipolar disorder: Bipolar I and Bipolar II. One more severe than the other. Basic characteristics of Bipolar disorder include the following:
~Can a person with bipolar disorder live normally? YES!
Most have jobs, family, relationships
~Bipolar just means moody. NO!
More than just a random mood swing. Very High or Very Low
~Most bipolar episodes happen fast. False!
Usually last days, weeks or months
~People with bipolar disorder are always happy or sad, never in the middle. False!
A balanced state called euthymia can occur and last for weeks.
The common misconceptions of bipolar disorder debunked!
Intro- We have information at the ready in today's world. We associate bipolar disorder with abrupt bad moods which is incorrect.
The Myth- We have built this stereotype of bipolar disorder due to assumptions and being uniformed. I hope this slide show clears that message up.
What is bipolar? Most people don't know there are 2 types of bipolar disorder: Bipolar I and Bipolar II. One more severe than the other. Basic characteristics of Bipolar disorder include the following:
~Can a person with bipolar disorder live normally? YES!
Most have jobs, family, relationships
~Bipolar just means moody. NO!
More than just a random mood swing. Very High or Very Low
~Most bipolar episodes happen fast. False!
Usually last days, weeks or months
~People with bipolar disorder are always happy or sad, never in the middle. False!
A balanced state called euthymia can occur and last for weeks.
What are the Types of Common Mental Illnesses and Disorders?Liz Louw
Download the UK Family's Pocket Guide to Common Mental Illnesses and Disorders here: http://www.bridgementalhealth.org/pocket-guide-common-mental-illnesses-disorders
The DSM-5, or “Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders”, is the most recent version of this manual released in 2013 by the American Psychiatric Association. The categorical layout of the guide charts a selection of major disorders only and is not meant to be comprehensive.
Disclaimer: This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
Quick Powerpoint depicting bipolar disorder, and my experience with it. Pictures included.
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
Effective treatment for Bipolar disorder at Mindheal homeopathyShewta shetty
"Personalised online consultancy & treatments provided at our clinic by efficient panel of doctors in our center at mumbai,Bombay,Chembur, India.Contact us."
Disclaimer:
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
What are the Types of Common Mental Illnesses and Disorders?Liz Louw
Download the UK Family's Pocket Guide to Common Mental Illnesses and Disorders here: http://www.bridgementalhealth.org/pocket-guide-common-mental-illnesses-disorders
The DSM-5, or “Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders”, is the most recent version of this manual released in 2013 by the American Psychiatric Association. The categorical layout of the guide charts a selection of major disorders only and is not meant to be comprehensive.
Disclaimer: This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
Quick Powerpoint depicting bipolar disorder, and my experience with it. Pictures included.
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
Effective treatment for Bipolar disorder at Mindheal homeopathyShewta shetty
"Personalised online consultancy & treatments provided at our clinic by efficient panel of doctors in our center at mumbai,Bombay,Chembur, India.Contact us."
Disclaimer:
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
This a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For questions about this blog project or its content please email the teacher, Laura Astorian: laura.astorian@cobbk12.org
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-
depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes
unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and
the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.
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Effective treatment forbipolar disorder in Mindheal Homeopathy clinic ,Chembu...Shewta shetty
"Bipolar Disorder- it is characterized by abnormal mood shifts. Along with the mood shits there are fluctuations in the energy, activity levels. It is a serious mental illness that can damage relationships, career prospects, and academic performance, can even lead to suicidal tendencies. A person with bipolar tendencies has severe fluctuations of mood. Bipolar disorder can be effectively controlled by mindheal homeopathy."/>
Effective treatment for bipolar disorder in Mindheal Homeopathy clinic ,Chemb...Shewta shetty
"Personalised online consultancy & treatments provided at our clinic by efficient panel of doctors in our center at mumbai,Bombay,Chembur, India.Contact us."
Effective treatment forbipolar disorder in Mindheal Homeopathy clinic ,Chembu...Shewta shetty
"Personalised online consultancy & treatments provided at our clinic by efficient panel of doctors in our center at mumbai,Bombay,Chembur, India.Contact us."/>
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Effective treatment forbipolar disorder in Mindheal Homeopathy clinic ,Chembu...Shewta shetty
"Bipolar Disorder- it is characterized by abnormal mood shifts. Along with the mood shits there are fluctuations in the energy, activity levels. It is a serious mental illness that can damage relationships, career prospects, and academic performance, can even lead to suicidal tendencies. A person with bipolar tendencies has severe fluctuations of mood. Bipolar disorder can be effectively controlled by mindheal homeopathy."/>
2. What is
Bipolar
disorder?
Brain
disorder
Unusual
mood
swings
Trouble
doing
everyday
tasks
Affects
social
skills as
well
3. Mani
c
Depressiv
e
Extreme happiness
People with very extreme
Bipolar disorder (Bipolar I)
may hallucinate
May need to go to the
hospital if the hallucination
is very intense.
Hypomania is a less severe
case of mania.
Extreme sadness
People with very extreme
Bipolar disorder (Bipolar I)
may feel suicidal
May need to go to the
hospital if they attempt to kill
themselves
Depression is the more
common than mania in most
cases
4. Types of Bipolar
disorder
Bipolar I Bipolar
II
Cyclothymia
The “typical”
bipolar
disorder.
Experience
both manic
and
depressive
phases for
long periods
of time,
sometimes
at the same
time.
Similar to
Bipolar I
except,
instead of
mania, they
suffer from
hypomania;
a less
severe form
of mania.
Their mood
swings may
be shorter
too.
The least
severe form
of the
Bipolar
Disorder.
Suffer from
periods of
hypomania
and mild
depression
that last for
shorter
periods of
time.
5. Why do
you
become
Bipolar?
Genetics
Bipolar disorder tend
to run in families, but
just because a family
member is bipolar
doesn’t mean you
will definitely be
Bipolar. It just
increases your
chances.
Brain
Your brain structure
and how your brain
functions also affects
your chances of being
Bipolar. Scientists
have found similarities
in the brains of people
with the disorder.
6. How do you know if you’re
Bipolar?
Feeling high,
manic or very very
happy
Feeling depressed,
miserable or suicidal
Feeling dramatic
changes in; energy
self esteem,
memory,
concentration,
judgement, struggle
with addictions
7. How does this relate to
My dad is bipolamr beu?t, fortunately, he only has cyclothymia. Some of
my grandparents, great grandparents, aunts and uncles have Bipolar
I, II and cyclothymia which they need to take medication for.
My cousins, my uncle, my brother and my dad
8. Bibliography
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtml
http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/
http://www.babies-cute.com/cute-black-baby-kid-picture-1706/
http://www.naturopathicbynature.com/improve-sleep-without-drugs-or-supplements/
http://blog.osapoeaprincesa.com.br/5-produtos-essenciais-da-munchkin/
http://www.listal.com/list/fec-robin-williams
http://childsleepscience.wordpress.com/2014/02/28/baby-sleep-science-the-swaddle-discussion/
http://www.ufo.ethz.ch/content/mein_ufo/_news/ufo_nachwuchs.php?language=DE
https://plus.google.com/110742063040699212307/about
*Creds to my family for being in the photo*
Editor's Notes
What is the Bipolar Disorder? The Bipolar Disorder is a mental disorder that causes unusual mood swings. This may affect the person’s ability to do everyday tasks and their social skills.
The Bipolar Disorder is also called Manic-depressive disorder. Manic mood swings are when the person experiences extreme happiness, people with the most severe disorder can hallucinate and may need to go to the hospital. Hypomania is the less severe form of mania. Depressive mood swings are when the person feels extreme sadness and often suicidal. They may need to go to the hospital if they have a hallucination or try to kill themselves.