{"id":8208,"date":"2021-06-16T12:52:32","date_gmt":"2021-06-16T09:52:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peaasi.ee\/?p=8208\/"},"modified":"2021-06-18T11:27:30","modified_gmt":"2021-06-18T08:27:30","slug":"what-causes-bipolar-disorder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/peaasi.ee\/en\/what-causes-bipolar-disorder\/","title":{"rendered":"Bipolar disorder"},"content":{"rendered":"
<\/div>\n[vc_row el_id=”what-causes-bipolar-disorder”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”What causes bipolar disorder” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”url:%23what-causes-bipolar-disorder|title:What%20causes%20bipolar%20disorder||”][vc_column_text]As with many other diseases, bipolar disorder does not have one specific cause, but is brought on by several contributing factors.[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_tour][vc_tta_section title=”Heredity” tab_id=”1623837187970-43e285c7-62aa”][vc_column_text]Studies have shown that bipolar disease is significantly more likely to affect people who have a close relative who suffers from it. That does not mean that a person will undoubtedly have the disorder if one of their parents is affected by it, nor does it mean that the disorder is definitely passed on to the children.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Brain and neurotransmitters” tab_id=”1623837187971-7844e458-4c40″][vc_column_text]There is no definitive and unequivocal explanation about the role of the brain and neurotransmitters.
\nThe disease has been associated with low or high levels or incorrect ratios of neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin in various parts of the brain. The disorder has also been linked to excessive levels of the stress hormone cortisol, or the increased sensitivity of neuron receptors in certain regions of the brain.<\/p>\n

Studies have also shown a link to thyroid disorders.
\nBrain scans have shown functional changes associated with bipolar disorder in the frontal and temporal lobes and the basal ganglia.
\nDifferences in the circulation and the structure of the regions of the brain which regulate mood and impulse control have also been demonstrated.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Sleep rhythms” tab_id=”1623837278139-d2b879bc-6535″][vc_column_text]One of the key symptoms of the mania and depression phases is disordered sleep rhythms. Insomnia may be a triggering factor for mania, and it can certainly perpetuate or exacerbate that state.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Stress” tab_id=”1623837309823-3a6c0e47-8028″][vc_column_text]As with many other diseases, stress-inducing life changes, such as changes in close relationships, work, or changing schools, may be a risk factor for bipolar disorder.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_tour][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Treatment of bipolar disorder” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”url:%23treatment-of-bipolar-disorder|title:Treatment%20of%20bipolar%20disorder||”][vc_column_text]The treatment strategy may vary between phases, but one should take into account that the treatment will last for a long time, meaning years as a rule, and require constant monitoring of one\u2019s condition and mood changes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]Medications<\/b><\/p>\n

Medications help to stabilise the mood and control the symptoms. Mood stabilisers, antipsychotics, and less frequently antidepressants combined with other medications are used for treatment[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]Psychotherapy<\/b><\/p>\n

The choice of psychotherapy depends on the condition, the phase of the disease, and personal preference. Working with a doctor or psychologist, the patient can choose between educative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, family psychotherapy, or, in the stable phase, psychodynamic therapy.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”How can I help myself?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”url:%23how-can-i-help-myself|title:How%20can%20I%20help%20myself||”][vc_column_text]The key is to observe your moods \u2013 how they change and what you and others notice in situations where your mood starts to become elevated or depressed. The important thing about bipolar disorder is to keep your mood in balance \u2013 the aim is to stay on level 0 (see figure), where your mood is at its most regular and stable.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”8212″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_cta h2=”” h4=”Analyse yourself” h4_font_container=”color:%23000000″ h4_use_theme_fonts=”yes” color=”black” add_button=”right” btn_title=”Worksheet” btn_color=”juicy-pink” use_custom_fonts_h4=”true”]…\u00a0and write down how you are feeling, what you are thinking and doing in the different mood phases \u2013 when your mood starts to become elevated or depressed. Ask your close friends and family members to help you \u2013 they may have noticed some things that you may not be aware of.[\/vc_cta][vc_cta h2=”” h4=”Put together a plan of action” add_button=”right” btn_title=”Action plan” btn_color=”juicy-pink”]\u2013 Put together a plan of action \u2013 a list of things you can do to keep your mood balanced. Ask your close friends and family members to help you to find solutions. When you are in a depressed mood, read the section on depression<\/a>[\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_color=”alert-info” icon_type=”pixelicons” icon_pixelicons=”vc_pixel_icon vc_pixel_icon-alert”]Here are some suggestions for the mania period:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Oh lovely, sweet mania!<\/em><\/p>\n

You would like to go, do, talk, organise, nothing can stop you…<\/em><\/p>\n

STOP! <\/span>Mania is followed by depression. During the mania period, you do things that you would normally never do. Medications and therapy will help you to keep your mood stable. You can help yourself by learning to behave in less self-damaging ways during the mania period.<\/p>\n

Put together a plan!<\/a><\/p>\n