There are many names and references to bipolar disorder, including:
- Manic Depressive Disorder
- Manic Depression
- Bipolar Affective Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder defined by the presence of one or more abnormally elevated moods, also known as mania or hypomania. These can be preceded, followed by or in conjunction with depressive episodes as well. Bipolar may present itself differently from one person to the next. While some may have periods of normalcy in between episodes, others may go from one manic or depressive episode to the next.
In layman’s terms, it is like being on a roller coaster with a blindfold on. There are ups, downs and stall periods in between of varying length where you are just building up to the next up or down.
Learn more about the types of bipolar and symptoms of bipolar disorder.
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This is where I as a lay person have difficulty.
Looking at our society and where it has come with regard to “treating” so many “conditions,” I have become very suspicious of the medical community.
For example, just in the last week, I have been approached in by the following:
-a chiropractor who said that if a parent doesn’t have his/her baby adjusted after going through the trauma of natural birth, it is the equivalent of child abuse:
-a physician who insisted, unless I am not too bright, have myself tested at least every quarter for diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol, colon and breast cancer;
-a geneticist who indicated if I didn’t have my children’s genome analyzed to detect conditions they may be vulnerable to, I am not a loving parent;
-a dentist who told me if I had any gum disease, I could have a heart attack…..and three or four more.
In other words, what used to be unethical behavior by the professional community, reaching out for the purpose of advertising, has become a rampant onslaught.
So, when I have what used to be termed the ups and downs of life in terms of mood, now the psychologist/psychiatrist wants to gauge if and when I slip over the edge and become a troubled person instead of just normally depressed.
Just the fact that my family is under attack by the so-called “scientific” community is depressing.
“Aha!” you say…..”You are sick, sick, sick. You really need to see somebody about that. Can you imagine the effect you are having on your family if you go around being moody like that. How selfish can you be. And, I can help. In just fifteen weeks of treatment, we can adjust your life.” I say, “Just fifteen weeks and I won’t be moody ever again.” And you say, “Well, no. You may be moody still, but after treatment, you will have better coping mechanisms.”
And, such a deal. Only $100 per hour. Now that IS depressing!
hi!
i’d have to agree with the above comment.
although i have been diagnosed bipolar…by some doctors, others have questioned the diagnosis!!! medications on and off for 14 years have left me thinking that exercise, homeopathy and staying away from WESTERN MEDICINE may be the best solution!!!
they know so little about our BRAINS! as far as i know, all the medication i’ve taken has destroyed brain cells, kidneys and liver functions. who knows what we’ll learn in the future about what other organs have been affected by these drugs…!
good luck… i suggest alternative treatments to all!
I agree with beth. There are so many conditions in the medical community. I wonder if these conditions really exist or its a product of society. If only we were hunting for our own food and not so bored. Half these conditions would not exist.
I have a friend who was recently diagnosed with it. His behavior fits perfectly in the above model. I think he has been drinking much less now that he is on medication for it. I think he might have been self medicating himself via alcohol all these years not even aware of his condition.
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