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A Mission For Michael (AMFM) Mental Health Treatment Centers can provide you with individualized treatment for mood disorders, including bipolar disorder. Our treatment programs are located in California, Washington, and Virginia. We blend traditional psychotherapy with medication management services to help you cope with symptoms of bipolar disorder.
In addition to mood disorders, we treat various other mental health and dual diagnosis conditions. Our treatment programs focus on providing individualized and evidence-based care. This commonly includes the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Contact us today to learn how to get treatment for bipolar disorder.
Bipolar disorder, or manic depression, is a mental health condition known for causing intense mood swings and energy shifts. Bipolar illness can affect your energy levels, which can lead to an increase in activity without more sleep. Depressive episodes can cause a low mood, fatigue, and loss of interest. You may act out of character because of cognitive impairment.
Symptoms of bipolar disorder commonly begin around age 25, though they may begin at younger ages. Women tend to be affected by bipolar conditions more than men. Bipolar disorder does have varying symptoms, which means that the impact it has on your functioning is unique to you. You may have found that your symptoms of bipolar disorder affect your education, career, finances, relationships, and other responsibilities.
Signs of bipolar disorder and bipolar-related disorders are individualized and often vary from person to person. Generally, bipolar disorders involve shifts in mood symptoms, which fall into the categories of manic, hypomanic, and depressive episodes. These mood shifts affect energy levels, mood, and behaviors.
Manic episodes can cause a lifted or elevated mood or euphoria. It is also common to feel more active than usual and sleep less than you normally would. Other common symptoms include irritability, talking faster than usual, poor judgment, racing thoughts, impulsivity, and risk-taking behaviors. Manic episodes typically require mental health treatment and the use of medications to manage manic symptoms.
Depressive episodes can include a depressed mood and a loss of interest in various activities and hobbies. Depressive episodes do not occur at the same time as manic episodes. Depressive episodes associated with bipolar spectrum disorder include changes in appetite, sleeping challenges, fatigue, and low energy. Depressive episodes may also include passive or persistent thoughts about death and suicide.
Hypomanic episodes have some similarities with manic episodes, but they are less intense. Symptoms of bipolar hypomanic episodes include a decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts, increased physical activity, impulsive behaviors, and making poor choices.
The cost of bipolar treatment varies greatly based on your bipolar symptoms and their severity. Studies have indicated that, on average, the lifetime cost associated with bipolar treatment is $624,765. Keep in mind that this amount is spread out over time. Residential treatment can cost between $500 and $2,000 per day.
Outpatient treatment programs have fewer expenses due to the shifts in intensity and frequency of services provided. We encourage you to call A Mission For Michael to receive a personalized quote for bipolar treatment and therapy. Call us today to begin.
Bipolar is not a curable disease, but medication, counseling services, and other strategies can help manage symptoms and reduce its impact on your life. The condition is thought to be caused by imbalances in neurotransmitters, like serotonin and norepinephrine, that affect your mood. Genetics and variations in brain structure are also believed to contribute to the presence of bipolar disorder.
Bipolar treatment and therapy can help you manage this mood instability disorder. Common treatment approaches include psychotherapy like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), group therapy, and medication management services.
A Mission For Michael (AMFM) provides confidential and free assessments for mental health conditions, including bipolar spectrum disorder. Our comprehensive assessments are a component of our admission process that we offer to the community to help individuals learn about treatment options. To begin your free assessment, call us today.
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There are several types of bipolar disorder, each of which has unique symptoms and characteristics. Individual symptoms can change which mental health treatments are ideal for you. To help you understand bipolar spectrum conditions, continue reading about the various presentations of this fairly common mood disorder.
Manic episodes are the hallmark symptom of bipolar I disorder. These mood episodes last for a minimum of seven days and often require crisis stabilization services from a behavioral health treatment facility. Some experience depressive episodes as well, but this is not always the case.
Bipolar II disorder includes the presence of hypomanic and depressive episodes. This mood swing condition may not require inpatient counseling services, but mental health counseling is an effective treatment option. The symptoms of bipolar II are often less intense compared to bipolar I disorder.
Cyclothymic disorder includes symptoms of depressive and hypomanic episodes but does not meet the clinical criteria for bipolar disorder. Cyclothymic disorder symptoms are often less intense and can last several days or weeks. You may experience short-lived periods with no mood symptoms.
Substance-induced bipolar and related disorders are a diagnosis reserved for those who experience depressive or manic episodes during or after active substance abuse or withdrawal. This condition includes irritability, agitation, and euphoria during manic episodes. Fatigue and sadness are common during depressive episodes. In severe cases, you may experience hallucinations and paranoia.
Bipolar disorder NOS is a diagnosis used when mood episodes occur, but it is unclear if they align with bipolar I or bipolar II. Manic and depressive episodes may not be as obvious, and they are usually shorter. The mood shift that occurs does not follow the typical pattern of bipolar disorder. Your symptoms may also resemble other mental health conditions.
Rapid-cycling bipolar disorder is when someone experiences four or more mood episodes within one year. These could be manic, hypomanic, or depressive episodes. These extreme mood swings can cause severe depressive and manic episodes and may occur close together. The appearance of these intense and frequent mood symptoms can significantly impair your functioning.
A Mission For Michael (AMFM) is a leading behavioral health treatment provider that offers comprehensive care for bipolar affective disorder. Our treatment blends medication management and counseling services to help you learn to manage your mood symptoms. Dial (866) 478-4383 today to explore available affective disorder treatment.
Bipolar treatment is offered in different treatment settings to ensure that you receive personalized treatment. There are similarities between available treatment options but notable differences in their intensities, frequency, and duration. Some of the commonly used bipolar treatment options include:
Treatment for bipolar disorder typically requires the use of more than one therapeutic intervention or approach. Several evidence-based therapies can help you manage bipolar mood swing disorder. Here are a few examples of therapies used to treat bipolar spectrum illness:
Family-focused therapy can help you and your loved ones improve communication patterns, which can decrease interpersonal conflict and create a sense of support. Treatment can help everyone understand the bipolar psychiatric condition and recognize the symptoms of mood episodes before they’re in full effect. This can help you feel supported by your family.
Psychoeducation is an important component of treatment for manic-depressive illnesses. Psychoeducation focuses on helping you recognize the early signs of mood disorders, possible triggers, and treatment options. You can get more profound insight into your mental health conditions and feel as though you have gained some control over your symptoms.
Group therapy for bipolar mental health conditions can help you connect to others who have similar mental health experiences. This can be a validating experience by showing you that you’re not alone in your struggles. You’ll learn about what has helped others and what has not. This can also decrease feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive therapy that includes mindfulness components. This therapy can help you learn new emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills that can help you in day-to-day life. These skills can help decrease your experiences with mood instability and impulsivity.
IPSRT can help you reduce the risk of mood episodes by finding sustainable routines for your day. Being mindful of your sleeping and eating behaviors can help you pick up early signs of a mood episode that disrupts these patterns. Consistent routines can also help improve relationships, work, and academic performance.
Medication management counseling requires working with a psychiatrist, primary care physician, or other prescribing professional. After a comprehensive evaluation, they will provide you with medications like mood stabilizers or antidepressants. They’ll monitor your symptoms while taking medications in an effort to decrease the prevalence of mood episodes.
A core focus of CBT is to help you recognize automatic thoughts that are negative or unhelpful and how they affect your behaviors that can trigger mood episodes. You can learn healthy coping and problem-solving skills that can improve your ability to respond to and manage mood episodes.
MBCT is another therapeutic approach that combines mindfulness techniques with cognitive therapy. The goal of this therapy is to help you learn to stay present and manage fluctuations in your mood. With an increased awareness of your thoughts, you may pick up on shifts in thought patterns that could be a precursor for a depressive episode.
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We accept most major insurance providers and can check your coverage levels for you.
If we are not an appropriate provider for care, we will assist in finding a care provider that can help.
Private health insurance companies generally provide coverage for bipolar psychiatric conditions. Insurance coverage typically includes both inpatient and outpatient programs. This allows you to access care throughout your recovery to ensure that you have the support you need. Insurance coverage can include psychotherapy and medication management services for comprehensive care.
Insurance providers offer a range of coverage options for behavioral health and prescription drug coverage. Complete the AMFM insurance verification form to learn about the details of your insurance coverage.
Insurance providers that often provide coverage for bipolar treatment therapy include BCBS, Cigna, Magellan, CompPsych, and UHC. Insurance companies are mandated by federal law to provide coverage for mental health treatment at the same level as they would for medical conditions.
Coverage does vary among different companies, with notable differences in coverage rates, out-of-pocket expenses, limitations, and exclusions. If you would like assistance understanding the details of your coverage for bipolar psychiatric conditions, dial (866)478-4383 to speak with an AMFM Mental Health Treatment Center admission counselor.
Knowing about the details of the AMFM admission process can help you feel more comfortable. A Mission For Michael is mindful of this to ensure that you feel supported throughout. With a seamless process, you can receive the care you need to manage your mental health treatment. Our admission process generally follows these steps:
Finding a treatment provider for mood instability disorders can include various steps. To help you in this process, we have broken down the search process into smaller and more manageable pieces. We encourage you to try using the following steps in your search for bipolar emotional disorder treatment:
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