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Physical Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar is a mental illness, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have symptoms that effect our bodies. These symptoms can be warning signs of a mood episode. It is worth observing and learning what these symptoms are for you. and what they mean. Your mood diary is a great place to record
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Therapy for Bipolar Disorder
There are different psychological therapies available for bipolar disorder. Along with medication, talking therapies are essential part of treatment. I am going to talk about the main therapies available in the U.K. for bipolar disorder.
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Bipolar Medication
Bipolar disorder is a complex condition which often requires a combination of treatments, one of which is medication. There are a range of different medications available
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Intrusive Thoughts and Cognitive Restructuring
Negative and irrational thought patterns are a regular feature of bipolar disorder and can occur in depression, mixed states, mania and hypomania. Negative self-talk is a common symptom of depression.
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Bipolar and Anxiety part 2
The first step on the road to managing my anxiety was to identify it. To understand what that feeling was, how it felt in my body. To recognise anxious thoughts for what they were, so I could observe them, rather than engage with them. So I could attempt to rationalise and reframe them.
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Bipolar and Anxiety
Co-morbid conditions are common with bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders being the most common. In fact, anxiety disorders can be up to seven times more likely to occur in people with bipolar
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Sleep Hygiene
Sleep disturbance is very common in bipolar patients, even when stable. Falling and staying asleep can be a challenge.
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Managing Bipolar with Physical Ill Health
As bipolar sufferers we have an extra challenge to face when we are unwell with other illnesses. Whether it’s a nasty cold, or a serious chronic illness, we have to manage our mental health alongside
A Survivor's Guide to Living with Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Rough Guide 