Bipolar disorder is sometimes also called manic depression. Approximately one in 50 Australians will develop this disorder in the course of their lifetime.
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings, varying from severe depression to high and over-excited mania. Approximately one in 50 Australians will develop this disorder, with symptoms potentially lasting days, weeks, or months, and sometimes involving psychosis. Treatment for bipolar disorder aims to manage these significant mood fluctuations to help individuals achieve stability and improve their overall quality of life.
A person suffering from this condition may experience extreme moods which vry from very low and depressed (depression) to high and over-excited (mania). These moods may last days, weeks or even months. Some people experience more of the manic symptoms than the depressive symptoms, while for others the opposite is true. The severity of the symptoms may also vary from person to person. In extreme cases, a person may experience the symptoms of psychosis where they are unable to distinguish reality from fantasy.
Some of the common mania bipolar symptoms include:
The depression bipolar symptoms are the same as those for depression and include:
The causes of bipolar disorder are under debate, but there is agreement that genetic predispositions and drug or alcohol abuse play a role.
Treatment for it may include medical and depressions treatment such as mood stabilising drugs or antidepressants and psychological treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy. Often these treatments are used in conjunction with one another.
When people experience an acute episode of either mania or depression they may need immediate care and treatment. During these episodes, a person can be of danger to themselves or others.
If you or someone you know is suffering from bipolar disorder it is important to get the right help. You can also Meet our Psychologists via the link to find out more about the right therapist for you.
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Bipolar disorder, sometimes called manic depression, is characterized by extreme moods and mood swings that vary from very low and depressed to high and over-excited. The Three Seas Psychology lists Bipolar Disorder as a condition they treat, offering services like Individual Therapy to support clients.
The Three Seas Psychology has clinic locations in Melbourne CBD, Richmond, Fitzroy North, and Wantirna South. They also provide Telehealth Psychology services, which are available Australia-wide for remote consultations.
You can book an appointment by clicking the "BOOK NOW" button on the page or by calling The Three Seas Psychology directly at 03 9809 1000. Their operating hours are Monday to Friday, 8am – 8pm, and Saturday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.
