“He’s bipolar!”. “She’s bipolar!”. I’m sure you’ve heard someone say this about another person at some point. But what is bipolar disorder and how do you know if you or someone you know or love has it?
It became a popular diagnosis in the 90’s but many, including doctors and therapists, get it wrong. Many people mistake moodiness, which can be caused by a lot of things including trauma, thyroid issues, life expericences, etc, for bipolar disorder.
In this episode Chris dives into what bipolar disorder is, what it isn’t, what to do if you think someone you know or love has it, and how to get a firm diagnosis!
Tune in to hear about bipolar disorder Through a Therapist’s Eyes!
Links
Diagnosis Guide for Bipolar Disorder from Healthline.com
Listen to Episode #16 – Bipolar Disorder Is Not What You Think It Is
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