Mania is a common symptom of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder, one of several conditions classified as mood disorders, can cause you to experience episodes of extreme emotional lows alternating with extreme emotional highs. These altered mood states are known as mania and depression. There are varying types of bipolar disorder, and therefore, the severity and […]
Anyone whose loved one struggles with mental illness knows that mental illness affects more than just the individual diagnosed. The far-reaching effects of mental illness stretch across families, impacting everything from finances to physical health. Bipolar disorder is a form of mental illness that can take an especially hard toll on families. Watching a loved […]
Seven percent of the U.S. population will have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in their lifetimes, while nearly six percent of the U.S. population will have borderline personality disorder (BPD). But how many of these diagnoses overlap? Research consistently shows that having one mental health condition makes you more likely to develop another. However, it appears […]