If you happen to know of people with bipolar disorder, you know that the condition can be serious and disabling. It is a type of mental illness that’s characterized by periods of mania and depression.
People with bipolar disorder may at one time feel euphoric and are extremely optimistic. They also have an inflated self-esteem, but their judgment is often poor, and they usually present with aggressive behavior. Then at another time, they may be sad and depressed with feelings of hopelessness. They may be anxious, too, and quite a lot of them have suicidal tendencies.
Hospitalization is necessary to ensure the safety of the person with bipolar disorder especially when he or she engages in activities that are a threat to himself or herself and others. Very often, people with bipolar disorder do not have control of things. Take note also that two People with bipolar can act very differently. Symptoms vary from one hour to the next. It is very crucial that family members recognize the signs and symptoms.
Encouragement and support from family members are very important. Just as important, too, is to seek immediate medical help if the person with the disorder presents with any serious or critical symptoms.
Related posts: