Doctor explains when bipolar disorder is diagnosed
Stressful events, heredity, and the use of illegal substances can all lead to the development of mental disorders.
One of the common disorders found in people is bipolar affective disorder.
BAR begins to manifest itself in people aged 20-25. RIA Novosti reports details with reference to psychiatrist Aleksey Pavlichenko of the N. A. Alekseyev City Clinical Hospital No. 1.
It is noted that people with bipolar disorder often suffer from depression. In the presence of a manic state, they may experience hallucinations, aggression, and delusional ideas. In hypomanic states, on the contrary, the symptoms are milder, so in this case, hospitalization is not required.
According to the doctor, the chance of developing bipolar disorder increases with heredity, mental illness, taking illegal substances, and severe stressful events.
He noted that if there is a person with bipolar disorder in the family, it is important to protect them from stress. It is also necessary to monitor their daily routine and not allow them to consume alcohol or drugs.
Saturday, March 30, 2024 marks World Bipolar Day.
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