Daily Archives: February 20, 2014

Bipolar disorder is divided into several subtypes. Each has a different pattern of symptoms. Types of bipolar disorder include: •Bipolar I disorder. Mood swings with bipolar I cause significant difficulty in your job, school or relationships. Manic episodes can be … Continue reading →

Bipolar disorder can be treated with a number of medications. Some of these medications can increase your appetite or cause changes in metabolism leading to weight gain. Whether a certain medication will cause weight gain or other side effects varies … Continue reading →

Bipolar disorder in children is possible. It’s most often diagnosed in older children and teenagers, but bipolar disorder can occur in children of any age. As in adults, bipolar disorder in children can cause mood swings from the highs of … Continue reading →

Factors that may increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder include: •Having blood relatives such as a parent or sibling with bipolar disorder •Periods of high stress •Drug or alcohol abuse •Major life changes, such as the death of a … Continue reading →

The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown, but several factors seem to be involved in causing and triggering bipolar episodes: •Biological differences. People with bipolar disorder appear to have physical changes in their brains. The significance of these changes … Continue reading →