Bipolar Disorder I and II

Bipolar Disorder I and II: Understanding the Symptoms and Treatment Options

Bipolar Disorder is a mental illness characterized by extreme mood swings that range from manic highs to depressive lows. There are two main types of bipolar disorder: Bipolar I and Bipolar II. Understanding the symptoms and treatment options can help individuals with bipolar disorder manage their condition and improve their quality of life.

Definition of Bipolar Disorder:

Manic-depressive illness is a brain disorder that causes unusual changes in mood, energy, activity levels, and ability to function. Bipolar disorder affects approximately 2.8% of the U.S. population and typically develops in late adolescence or early adulthood.

Bipolar Disorder I:

Bipolar Disorder I is the more severe form of bipolar disorder. It is characterized by manic episodes that last at least seven days or by manic symptoms that are so severe that the person requires immediate hospitalization. Depressive episodes may also occur, but they are not necessary for a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder I. Some common symptoms of Bipolar Disorder I include:

• Manic or hypomanic episodes
• Depressive episodes
• Racing thoughts
• Grandiosity or inflated self-esteem
• Reduced need for sleep
• Impulsivity
• Irritability
• Psychosis

Bipolar Disorder II:

Bipolar Disorder II is a less severe form of bipolar disorder. It is characterized by hypomanic episodes that last at least four days and depressive episodes that last at least two weeks. Hypomanic episodes are less severe than manic episodes and do not require hospitalization. Some common symptoms of Bipolar Disorder II include:

• Hypomanic episodes
• Depressive episodes
• Racing thoughts
• Grandiosity or inflated self-esteem
• Reduced need for sleep
• Impulsivity
• Irritability

Treatment Options:

Treatment for Bipolar Disorder typically involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy. Some common medications used to treat Bipolar Disorder include:

• Mood stabilizers such as Lithium, Valproic Acid, and Carbamazepine
• Antipsychotics such as Risperidone, Olanzapine, and Quetiapine
• Antidepressants such as Fluoxetine, Sertraline, and Bupropion

Our evidence-based programs are designed to address the unique needs of each patient, offering a personalized approach to treatment that includes:

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): This type of therapy focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), can also be effective in managing bipolar disorder. CBT can help individuals with bipolar disorder develop coping skills and strategies to manage their symptoms and prevent relapse.
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR): is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from symptoms and emotional distress.
• Neurofeedback Therapy: A type of biofeedback that presents real-time feedback from brain activity in order to reinforce healthy brain function through brain conditioning.

Benefits of Serin Center:

Serin Center offers comprehensive and individualized treatment for individuals with Bipolar Disorder I and II. The center's team of licensed professionals provides evidence-based treatments to help individuals manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. In addition, Serin Center offers a supportive and compassionate environment for individuals with bipolar disorder to receive the care and treatment they need.

Sources:

Jann, M. W. (2014). Diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder in adults: A review of the evidence of pharmacologic treatment. American Health and Drug Benefits, 7(9), 489-499. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4296286/