Is it possible to turn suffering into a positive meaningful life experience. In order to do so you have to understand and learn to have a positive mental attitude. The diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder, a serious mental illness, can be turned into an opportunity to emerge stronger with more self empowerment. To have a purpose in life to achieve more goals and obtain greater pleasure in life takes work, knowledge and discipline. It is not something you have to do alone you will need a doctor you can trust, confide in, depend on for advice when you need assistance with your goal to mental wellness. With the right combination of health care providers, medication and self awareness you can regain the losses you may experience because of Bipolar Disorder. Being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder need not be the end of hope for a future; it is just a change in your way of life not and end to your life.
If you suspect that you or someone you know has Bipolar disorder the first step is to immediately seek medical help. A psychiatrist will be able to make the diagnosis and administer treatment. When it comes to treatment the only true option is medication psychotherapy can be used in conjunction with medication it is up to the individual and type of Bipolar disorder and the treating doctor to decide. Medication may seem to be a drastic step to make but since Bipolar disorder is biological in nature with a chemical imbalance in the brain medication is necessary in order to bring the brain back to a level state and aid in preventing future episodes.
Depending on the diagnosis the medications vary with Bipolar II with mild to moderate symptoms the medication is far more different than when you are dealing with Bipolar I disorder with psychotic symptoms and full blown mania. The episode itself needs to be treated first an acute manic episode or a depressive episode the medication of choice will be different until all the evidence is gathered past episodes, family history information is taken by the doctor when making the diagnosis. Mood- stablizers are prescribed if it is a true case of Bipolar disorder. The challenges of finding the correct medication for the particular individual can take time varying from person to person. Each case of Bipolar disorder is different with the basic symptoms accompanied by individual symptoms of the person.
With the basic requirements of treatment, medication, optimism and dedication the transformation is complete and you can continue living but living Bipolar and the future for the majority of Bipolar patients is one of a learning process in a new healthier way.
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