Bipolar Disorder Archives

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Grief, bipolar disorder, and a father’s love

August 1, 2023 | Written by Tracey Lynn Lloyd

Losing a parent is painful for everyone. When you’re also living with bipolar disorder, caring for yourself as you grieve can be especially complicated.

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Bipolar Disorder Depression Disorders Grief Loss Parental Loss Sadness

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Mood disorders: Symptoms, causes, treatment

September 5, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn about mood, types of mood disorders, what causes mood disorders, how to get diagnosed, and which therapies are most effective.

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Bipolar Disorder Depression Disorders Mood Disorders Moods

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What is bipolar disorder?

April 15, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme shifts in mood and energy. Learn about symptoms, types, and treatment options.

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Bipolar Disorder Depression Disorders Emotions Mood Disorders Moods

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Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

April 23, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder that can involve frequent mood swings and unstable relationships. Help is available now.

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Bipolar Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder Disorders

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

April 23, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) can be a highly effective treatment for severe depression and other medication-resistant mental health disorders.

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Bipolar Disorder Brain Brain Stimulation Therapy Depression Electroconvulsive Therapy Schizophrenia

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