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Bipolar Symptoms - Factors that Can Trigger Bipolar Disorder Symptom
Bipolar disorder symptoms affect 44 million Americans. Bipolar symptoms are
characterized by mood disorders that can be identified as a shift in a person's
mood, energy and ability to function. It can further be distinguished by the
person experiencing cycles of manic episodes. These episodes are characterized
by an abnormally elevated mood and depressive episodes or symptoms. But what
factors trigger these episodes?
Research indicates that some people are genetically predisposed to bipolar
disorder. However, not everyone that has an inherited vulnerability develops the
illness. This is a clear indication that there are also external factors that
play a major role. These external risk factors are called triggers. Triggers can
set off a bipolar disorder or prolong an existing mood episode. Many episode of
mania or depression occur, however, without an obvious trigger.
Here are some triggers:
Stress - Is something we all face from time to time. People
with bipolar disorder who suffer severe stress or emotional trauma can find it
even more difficult to deal with stress.
Major Life Event - Major life events both good and bad can
trigger an episode of bipolar disorder. These events tend to involve drastic or
sudden changes.
Substance Abuse - While substance abuse doesn't cause
bipolar disorder, it can bring on an episode and worsen the course of the
disease. Drugs such as cocaine, ecstasy, and amphetamines can trigger mania,
while alcohol and tranquilizers can trigger depression.
Medication - Certain medications, most notably
antidepressant drugs, can trigger mania. Other drugs that may induce mania
include over-the-counter
cold
medicine, appetite suppressants, caffeine, corticosteroids,
and thyroid medication.
Seasonal Changes - Episodes of mania and depression often
follow a seasonal pattern. Manic episodes are more common during the summer, and
depressive episodes more common during the fall, winter, and spring.
Sleep Deprivation - Loss of sleep-even as little as skipping
a few hours of rest-can trigger an episode of mania.
Not sure if you or someone you know may be suffering from bipolar disorder
symptoms? Further warning signs of bipolar depression include:
- Feeling hopeless, sad, or empty
- Excessive crying
- Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy
- Fatigue or loss of energy
- Physical and mental sluggishness
- Appetite or weight changes
- Sleeping too much or too little
- Difficulty concentrating
- Feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness
- Thoughts of death or suicide
Bipolar disorder may also have manic episodes. These episodes can be
different than the depressive phase of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder manic
episodes symptoms include:
- Inappropriate sense of euphoria (elation)
- Racing thoughts; talking too much
- Extreme irritability
- Reckless behavior
- Abnormal sleep
- Excessive energy
- Out of control spending
- Difficulty concentrating
- Abnormally increased activity, including sexual activity
- Poor judgment
- Aggressive behavior
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