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John Lakvold

Jul
2024
23

What Happens After a Bipolar Diagnosis?

John Lakvold

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects about 2.3 percent of the United States population (DSM V-TR, 2022, pp. 146, 155). It is the most heritable mental illness as it is inherited from the family. Up to sixty percent comes from genetics. Even though an individual might be susceptible to bipolar disorder from family history, it does not necessarily mean that an individual will develop bipolar disorder later in life. Various factors influence the development of bipolar disorder: Did the person have adverse childhood experiences? Does the person use legal and illicit substances? Did the person experience trauma from accidents, natural disasters, or a sexual assault? Did the...

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Christian Counselor Spokane

Jan
2024
30

Understanding Bipolar Rage: Unraveling the Complex Threads of Emotion in Bipolar Disorder

Christian Counselor Spokane

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, encompassing episodes of elevated mood (mania or hypomania) and periods of depressive lows. Within this intricate tapestry of emotions, individuals with bipolar disorder may experience intense and sometimes destructive outbursts known as bipolar rage. This essay delves into the nuanced nature of bipolar rage, exploring its origins, manifestations, and the challenges it poses for individuals living with bipolar disorder and those around them. The spectrum of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder exists on a spectrum, with individuals experiencing varying degrees of severity and different patterns of mood episodes. The two primary phases are: 1. Manic or hypomanic episodes. Mania....

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