Monday, May 19, 2014

Recognizing Bipolar Symptoms

Dealing with a loved one who suffers bipolar disorder can be challenging and heart-breaking. If you have never experienced the symptoms yourself or seen it firsthand, it could seem as though a bipolar individual is just moody or manic. A person suffering from bipolar disorder often experiences brief drastic changes in behavior, and this can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions. Read below for more on how to distinguish symptoms of bipolar disorder...

Once you figure out a method that works for you, try to notice how you respond emotionally, she said. “For instance, do your feelings flow from one to another in a rapid fashion? Do you experience one big emotion that overwhelms you for a long time? If you look in the mirror, does your facial expression reveal what you’re feeling?” Write down what you learn.

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