Articles by impiou5

Bipolar Disorder

Mood Disorders and Different Kinds of Depression

November 17, 2017 impiou5 0

People with mood disorders might have trouble with work life, family life and social life, or they might have difficulty simply getting through the day. While most mood disorders have depression in common, only in bipolar disorder are there mood swings of depression and periods of hypo-mania (if the bipolar disorder is mild) or mania (if severe). It’s important to know the difference between the different types of depression, because different types require different treatments. […]

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Men and Depression

November 17, 2017 impiou5 0

Men deal with depression in different ways. They tend to keep feelings to themselves. Many try to cope with their symptoms in unhealthy ways, including excessive use of alcohol or drugs, violent outbursts, dangerous activities or burying themselves in work. […]

Bipolar Disorder

Treatment Technologies for Mood Disorders

November 17, 2017 impiou5 0

Treatment for depression and bipolar disorder usually includes four elements: talk therapy, medication, peer support, and a personal wellness plan. Sometimes, though, these standard treatments don’t help… or don’t help enough. As a result, researchers are turning to new technologies in search of more effective treatments. […]

Bipolar Disorder

Introduction to Depression and Bipolar Depression

October 2, 2017 impiou5 1

Bipolar disorder is a treatable medical illness marked by extreme changes in mood, thought, energy and behavior. It is also known as manic depression because a person’s mood can alternate between mania and depression. This change in mood (or “mood swing”) can last for hours, days, weeks or even months. […]

Bipolar Disorder

Helping a Friend or Family Member

October 2, 2017 impiou5 0

Helping a Friend or Family Member with Depression or Bipolar Disorder Mood disorders such as bipolar disorder (also known as manic-depression) and depression affect millions of people. Their family members and friends are affected too. […]

Bipolar Disorder

Psychotherapy- How it Works

October 2, 2017 impiou5 0

Support Alliance We’ve been there. We can help. If you or someone you know is experiencing mood swings, persistent sadness or anxiety, or having trouble sleeping or eating, you might have decided it’s time to seek […]