Bipolar mood disorder. Now what?
Bipolar mood disorder. I am\have Bipolar
Discussion ● What is bipolar mood disorder? ● Medication. ● When diagnosed. ● Red flags. ● Triggers. ● Support system. ● Questions??
What is bipolar mood disorder? ● Mania ● Depression ● Mixed episodes
Medication. ● We need medication! ● Chemical imbalance. ● Anti-depressant. ● Mood stabilizer. ● Anti-psychotics.
When diagnosed. ● Before diagnosis (life will be crazy) ● Admitted in Bloemcare/Optima? ● Then THE diagnosis. ● Denial. ● Confusion. ● Learn about bipolar and get to know yourself.
Red flags. ● SLEEP. ● Thought pattern changes. ● Energy level changes. ● Changes in daily activities. ● Spending behavior. ● Eating or alcohol use.
Triggers ● Arguments. ● Travel or time changes. ● Work-related stress. ● Drug use. ● Unstable family situation. ● Lack of balance in life. ● Too many obligations. ● Illness or death of a loved one
Support system ● Family / friends. ● Psychiatrist / Psychologist. ● Bloemcare/Opitma. ● Support Health care professionals.
Questions?? ● I'll try and answer. ● Or ask me afterwords.