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Recreational drugs can increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder.
recreational drugs such as cannabis or cocaine
Context · Observational claim · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Childhood trauma and stressful events can increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder.
There are some things that can increase your chances of having it, including: childhood trauma or abuse, a stressful event such as relationship problems, abuse, the death of someone close to you or money problems
Context · Observational claim · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Family history increases the likelihood of developing bipolar disorder.
You're more likely to have it if you have a parent, brother or sister who has bipolar disorder.
Context · Observational claim · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Support from charities like Bipolar UK, Mind and Rethink Mental Illness is available for those with bipolar disorder.
If you have bipolar disorder or someone you know has it, you can get support from charities like Bipolar UK, Mind and Rethink Mental Illness.
Service · Procedural statement · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Some medicines for bipolar disorder are not safe during pregnancy.
Some medicines for bipolar disorder are not safe to take if you are pregnant. Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Service · Procedural statement · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Medicines for bipolar disorder can cause side effects that vary by individual.
The medicines can cause side effects. These will vary depending on which medicine you take and how your body responds to it.
Service · Observational claim · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Regular routines, sleep, diet, exercise, and stress management can help manage bipolar disorder.
If you have bipolar disorder, it can help to have a regular routine, get enough sleep, eat healthily, exercise and try to avoid and manage stress.
Service · Procedural statement · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Medicines and talking therapy are the main treatments for bipolar disorder.
The main treatments to help manage bipolar disorder are medicines to help stabilise your moods and talking therapy.
Service · Procedural statement · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
A GP will refer a patient to a mental health specialist for diagnosis.
To diagnose bipolar disorder, a GP will refer you to a mental health specialist who will ask you about your moods, behaviour and family history.
Service · Procedural statement · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
The main symptoms of bipolar disorder are extreme high and low moods.
The main symptoms of bipolar disorder are extreme high moods (such as feeling very happy or excited) and low moods (such as feeling sad or hopeless).
Service · Observational claim · From Bipolar disorder, [page]
Traumatic events or prolonged stress can trigger cyclothymia in some individuals.
In some people, traumatic events or experiences may act as a trigger for the condition, such as severe illness or long periods of stress.
Context · Observational claim · From Cyclothymia, [page]
Genetic factors may contribute to the development of cyclothymia, depression, and bipolar disorder.
The causes of cyclothymia are not known, but there's probably a genetic link because cyclothymia, depression and bipolar disorder all tend to run in families.
Context · Observational claim · From Cyclothymia, [page]
Cyclothymia can persist as a lifelong condition for some individuals.
Other people will find their cyclothymia continues and they need to manage this as a lifelong condition.
Context · Observational claim · From Cyclothymia, [page]
The progression of cyclothymia to full bipolar disorder is not well understood.
It's not known how many people with cyclothymia will go on to develop full bipolar disorder. But some people with cyclothymia see their elevated or depressed moods become more severe.
Research · Observational claim · From Cyclothymia, [page]
Support groups can provide help and understanding for individuals with cyclothymia.
You may find it helpful to join a support group so you can talk to others who share your experiences and problems. You can ask your mental health service or GP if there's a local group you can join.
Service · Procedural statement · From Cyclothymia, [page]
Medications such as mood stabilizers and antipsychotics may be prescribed for cyclothymia.
You may be prescribed medicines to level out your mood (mood stabilisers). Mood stabilisers include: Some antipsychotics such as quetiapine are also sometimes used as mood stabilisers. But not all people with cyclothymia need or respond to medicine.
Service · Procedural statement · From Cyclothymia, [page]
CBT helps individuals manage symptoms by changing thought and behavior patterns.
CBT involves talking to a trained therapist to find ways to help you manage your symptoms by changing the way you think and behave. You'll be given practical ways to improve your state of mind on a daily basis.
Service · Procedural statement · From Cyclothymia, [page]
Treatment for cyclothymia typically involves psychotherapy, such as CBT, and may include mood stabilizers.
Treatment usually involves some kind of talking therapy (psychotherapy). You may also need medicines. The aim is to: Psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), may help with cyclothymia.
Service · Procedural statement · From Cyclothymia, [page]
Cyclothymia diagnosis requires symptoms lasting at least 2 years for adults or 1 year for children and teenagers.
Doctors may diagnose cyclothymia if you've had symptoms for at least 2 years, or 1 year for children and teenagers.
Policy · Procedural statement · From Cyclothymia, [page]
Symptoms of cyclothymia include periods of low mood and hypomanic episodes, but not severe enough for a bipolar disorder diagnosis.
If you have cyclothymia, you'll have periods of feeling low followed by periods of feeling very happy and excited (called hypomania) when you do not need much sleep, are more sociable and impulsive and feel that you have a lot of energy. The periods of low mood do not last long enough and are not severe enough to be diagnosed as depression.
Context · Observational claim · From Cyclothymia, [page]