What is Bipolar 1 disorder?
Bipolar 1 disorder is an extreme form of bipolar disorder characterized by at least one episode of manic symptoms. It's a mental health condition that causes significant shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels.
A manic episode in Bipolar 1 must either
* Last seven days or longer, with Show Full Answer
What is Bipolar 1 disorder?
Bipolar 1 disorder is an extreme form of bipolar disorder characterized by at least one episode of manic symptoms. It's a mental health condition that causes significant shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels.
A manic episode in Bipolar 1 must either:
* Last seven days or longer, with symptoms present most of the day
* Be so severe that hospitalization is required
Most people with Bipolar 1 also experience depressive episodes. Sometimes, symptoms of mania and depression can happen at the same time, which is called a mixed episode.
During manic episodes, a person may feel abnormally happy, upbeat, or irritable with increased energy levels. They might act out of control, spend excessively, have racing thoughts, make impulsive decisions, or experience delusions or hallucinations.
During depressive episodes, symptoms can include feelings of sadness, hopelessness, tiredness, loss of interest in activities, trouble focusing, and feelings of worthlessness.
Bipolar 1 is a lifelong condition that responds well to treatment, which typically includes psychotherapy, mood stabilizers, and sometimes antidepressants or antipsychotics.
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