Additionally, if someone seems like a manipulative person due to their diagnosis of bipolar disorder, they may also be misdiagnosed, and another mental health condition could be at play. If you or a loved one are struggling with bipolar disorder, or other co-occurring disorders, mental health treatment may help you find a support network, lasting wellness, and a healthier daily routine. AMFM Mental Health Treatment has over a decade of experience providing compassionate care for bipolar disorder.
Comorbidity is the existence of two mental health conditions that exist in the same individual simultaneously. Studies have shown that comorbid BPD and BD are associated with marked psychosocial disability, with patients being more impulsive and aggressive than those with BPD and BD alone.4
Additionally, studies have also found that:
Hypomania refers to a shorter duration of manic symptoms, with generally milder symptoms. In order to be diagnosed with Bipolar II, an individual must experience at least one episode of hypomania, in addition to an episode of depression (manic depression). According to the DSM-5, hypomanic episodes are common in Bipolar I Disorder as well, but are not required for the diagnosis of Bipolar I.
In order to be diagnosed with Bipolar II, an individual must experience both a hypomanic and a depressive episode. Depressive episodes are characterized by low moods, suicidal thoughts, or other common symptoms of depression like loss of interest, low self-esteem, fatigue, or changes in appetite. If you or a loved one are struggling with suicidal ideation and need immediate medical assistance, please call 911 for emergency medical attention, or 988, the National Suicide and Crisis hotline, which is available 24/7, free of cost.
Therapy for bipolar disorder is a key piece of effective treatment for a greater quality of life and emotional regulation with this lifelong condition, and may help you or your loved one with executive functioning throughout the day. Seeking care from a mental health professional can help regulate extreme mood episodes for a long-term lifestyle change. AMFM Mental Health Treatment offers a combination of holistic mental health services and evidence-based therapies to provide treatment options that meet your individual needs:
Individual therapy takes place in a one on one setting with a licensed professional, usually consisting of a combination of dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapies, in which a person can talk through his or her individual struggles. Individual therapy and mental health care is one of the most crucial steps for those facing mental health challenges.
Group therapy sessions can be used to help provide structured times to help you understand that you are not alone in your struggles, that your peers are also walking through these challenges, while also providing guidance, suggestions and communications from psychologists with specialized backgrounds. These groups can span a variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to art therapy, somatic therapy, and narrative therapy.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy that’s focused on restructuring and reprogramming maladaptive and negative thought processes. Psychologists are trained to help you change your cognitive and emotional processes in order to outgrow coping mechanisms that may no longer be serving you.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is most commonly referred to as “talk therapy,” and is designed to help process emotions. Qualified professionals offer psychological therapy to move forward with healthy ways of engaging in interpersonal relationships and alleviating physical and emotional distress.
TMS Therapy is a type of therapy that uses magnetic pulses to treat depression by stimulating neurotransmitters in the brain. This is a noninvasive method of treatment that some mental health programs offer for treatment of depression, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
AMFM Mental Health Treatment provides comprehensive psychiatric care for bipolar disorder, along with traditional therapeutic modalities. Our on-staff clinicians are equipped to design personalized treatment plans for your continued success. In combination with psychotherapy, psychiatric care is handled safely, to help you or your loved one overcome mental health challenges.
Family therapy may be used when a loved one’s mental health symptoms are affecting others. This can increase a family members’ understanding of anxiety and talk about how to support each other. Family-focused therapy sessions and support groups can improve communication patterns, focus on problem-solving, address unresolved conflicts, and increase the sense of understanding among one another.
There many other mental health disorders beyond bipolar disorder that can benefit from evidence-based therapies, including but not limited to the following
Recovery can feel isolating; mental health programming can provide cohesive treatment plans to help you or your loved one as you move forward.
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