Tag: bipolar disorder

Why is Bipolar Disorder So Difficult to Diagnose?

July 25, 2018 Avalon Malibu QA Bipolar Disorder

One of the most challenging aspects of mental disorders is the official diagnosis; a healthcare professional can easily mistake one disorder for another and for a variety of reasons. As emphasized by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), bipolar… Read More ›

Subtle Signs of Bipolar Disorder You May Not Recognize

July 24, 2018 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Healthy Living

Bipolar disorder (BD) is often recognized by intense mood swings of either mania or depression; approximately 5.7 million Americans experience BD each year. Although mania and depression can be a part of BD, the disorder is much more complex than… Read More ›

If You Have Bipolar Disorder, That May Explain Your Awesome Sense of Creativity

July 18, 2018 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Alternative Treatment

Bipolar disorder (BD) is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and ability to carry out daily responsibilities. If you have been diagnosed with BD, you may experience mania and/or depression, depending on the type… Read More ›

Celebrities Give Advice About Bipolar Disorder

April 25, 2018 Avalon Malibu Treatment Mental Health Recovery Bipolar Disorder

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) describes bipolar disorder (BPD) as a mental illness that involves manic and depressive episodes. BPD affects nearly every aspect of a person’s life if untreated; thankfully there are medications and treatment options to… Read More ›

Breaking: Molecular Traits are Shared Between Autism, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder

April 11, 2018 Avalon Malibu Bipolar Disorder Therapy Treatment Mental Health

Researchers are always continuing to explore new findings that could change the way we treat, understand, and discuss mental disorders. A UCLA-led study published this year in the journal Science found that autism, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder share some physical,… Read More ›

Pregnancy and Bipolar Disorder: What You Can Expect

March 7, 2018 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Bipolar Disorder Bipolar

As stated by Jessi Lepine, a woman with bipolar disorder who was pregnant and shared her story on the International Bipolar Foundation’s official website, “Before I was pregnant someone said to me that I shouldn’t have kids because I have… Read More ›

What is it Like to Have Bipolar Disorder?

February 1, 2018 Avalon Malibu QA

Many people with mental illness experience stigma and discrimination because they are misunderstood. Improper representations in the media can perpetuate stigmas, and those who don’t know someone personally with a mental illness may have difficulty empathizing with those who work… Read More ›

Is Bipolar and Manic Depression the Same Thing?

September 12, 2017 Avalon Malibu Depression Bipolar Disorder

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Bipolar disorder is also known as manic-depressive illness. It was coined by German psychiatrist Emil Kraepelin who coined manic-depressive psychosis as an episodic disorder with no permanent brain damage. It is more common to use the term bipolar disorder than… Read More ›

Characteristics Of Bipolar Disorder

July 5, 2017 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Bipolar

Trigger Warnings: This article will mention suicide. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide because of your bipolar disorder, or for any other reason, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255… Read More ›

Bipolar Disorder: What You Need To Know

June 27, 2017 Avalon Malibu Bipolar Mental Health

Bipolar is a common primary mental health disorder and co-occurring disorder with substance abuse. Bipolar Is Defined By Depression And Mania Everyone has “mood swings”. As human beings, we all have… Read More ›