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    Coping with the Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder
    Coping with the Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder
    Coping with the Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder
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    Coping with the Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder

    By Desmond Gahan

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    Bipolar disorder used to be called ‘manic depression’. As the name suggests, it is characterized by episodes of very low mood or depression and/or high mood or mania.

    An episode of very low mood/ depression involves feelings of hopelessness and despair. These types of bipolar symptoms can include:

    • Sad, despairing, hopeless feelings

    • Loss of interest in food, work, sex and other people

    • Difficulty sleeping or over-sleeping

    • Chronic aches or pains with no identifiable cause

    A high mood involves feelings of elation. This is also known as mania. These types of bipolar symptoms can include:

    • Rapid thoughts and/ or speech

    • Impaired judgement

    • Over-spending/ buying unnecessary items on impulse

    • Unusually high levels of energy and little need for sleep

    • Unrealistic beliefs about one’s own abilities

    A mixed mood involves a mixture of the above symptoms. For example, depressed mood with the restlessness and over activity of a manic episode.

    People usually experience both low and high moods, but some will have only high or low episodes.

    Bipolar disorder affects about one in every 100 adults. It can start at any time during or after the teenage years, although it is unusual for it to start after the age of 40. Men and women are affected equally.

    ReachOut.com has developed a video with lots more information about bipolar disorder, the supports and support groups available and the ways you can help yourself. 

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDesmond Gahan
    Release dateMay 9, 2017
    ISBN9781386020370
    Coping with the Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder
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    Desmond Gahan

    Desmond Gahan BA., (Dip. Applied Psychology) is the author and publisher of many non fiction books. His special area is psychology and psychopathology. He lives in Dublin Ireland.

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      Coping with the Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder - Desmond Gahan

      Coping With The Ups And Downs Of Bipolar Disorder

      By Desmond Gahan, B.A.

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      Limits of Liability / Disclaimer of Warranty:

      The authors of this information and the accompanying materials have used their best efforts in preparing this course.  The authors make no representation or warranties with respect to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the contents of this course.  They disclaim any warranties (expressed or implied), merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.  The authors shall in no event be held liable for any loss or other damages, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or other damages.

      This manual contains information protected under International Federal Copyright laws and Treaties.  Any unauthorized reprint or use of this material is strictly prohibited.  We actively search for copyright infringement and you will be prosecuted.

      Table Of Contents

      Table Of Contents

      Introduction

      Chapter 1:  Understanding Bipolar To Get Help

      Bipolar: The Medical Side

      Do You Have Bipolar?

      What’s The Cause?

      Are You At Risk?

      Should You Go To The Doctor?

      Who Should I See?

      Chapter 2:  Why Should I Get Help Anyway?

      The Stress Goes Farther

      Chapter 3:  Your Doctor’s Bipolar Treatment

      Medications

      Psychotherapy

      Electroconvulsive Therapy

      What’s Right For You?

      Chapter 4:  Why So Many Struggle With Treatment

      Noncompliance And Nonadherence

      You Don’t Understand Your Illness

      Dependency

      They Don’t Like The Doctor

      The Awful Side Effects

      What Else Can It Be?

      Chapter 5:  Learning To Cope With Bipolar Disorder

      The Way You Sleep

      Monitor Your Medications

      Maintain Your Level Of Activity

      Don’t Use Drugs Or Alcohol

      Support

      Reduction Of Stress

      Watch For Signs

      Keep Your Doctor Informed

      Chapter 6:  Why You Should Consider Support Groups

      Who Is Your Support Group?

      Outside Support

      Chapter 7:  Coping By Monitoring Symptoms:  The Mood Chart

      What Is It?

      Conclusion

      Introduction

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      Bipolar is a condition which wreaks havoc on those that it affects.  If you suffer from Bipolar, chances are good that your family suffers with you.  No matter if you are that family member trying to learn to cope or you are the person that has been diagnosised, there is hope out there.

      Although there is no cure for Bipolar, just yet, there are many ways in which you can improve your chances of living a long and happy life.  The good news is that the process doesn’t have to be difficult either.

      The ups and downs are what make the most problems for individuals.  Being happy and go lucky one minute is wonderful but when it is followed by serious lows and depressed moods the next, there’s even more to worry about. 

      In this e-book, you will find a number of different scenarios that will help you to ultimately learn to cope with bipolar and all of these ups and downs.  Through an understanding of your condition as well as help in dealing with the beneficial tools we will teach you, you will be able to improve the quality of life that you and your loved ones share.

      Chapter 1:  Understanding Bipolar To Get Help

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      Most individuals that suffer from bipolar have one goal. That goal is to live a life that is as normal as can be.  To get through today without having any emotional problems, to make it through the big meeting at work without having people wonder what is wrong with you and to simply be able to enjoy your daughter’s graduation are all

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