What is Bipolar Disorder? It is a brain disorder that causes
extreme mood swings — from very high energy to very deep sadness.
Bipolar Disorder affects millions of people worldwide.
It breaks families, stops people from living normally
and carries a very high risk of suicide.
Many people are suffering without even knowing what it is.
This is not drama. This is not weakness.
This is a medical condition of the brain.
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Q1. What is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar Disorder is a brain disorder that causes extreme shifts
in mood, thinking and behaviour. The person cannot control it.
It is a medical condition — not a personality problem.
Q2. Is Bipolar Disorder common in India?
Yes. Bipolar Disorder affects millions of people worldwide
including India. Many people in India suffer in silence
without knowing they have this condition.
Q3. What causes Bipolar Disorder?
Changes in the level of neurotransmitters in the brain
and psychosocial factors are thought to be involved
in causing Bipolar Disorder.
Q4. Is Bipolar Disorder dangerous?
Yes. Bipolar Disorder is one of the most serious mental health
conditions in the world. It carries a very high risk of suicide
and can stop a person from living and working normally.
Q5. Can Bipolar Disorder be treated?
Yes. With proper medical treatment Bipolar Disorder can be managed.
Lithium is one of the most commonly used treatments.
About one third of patients treated with lithium
have an excellent response.
Q6. Is Bipolar Disorder the same as mood swings?
No. Normal mood swings are mild and short.
Bipolar Disorder causes extreme and prolonged mood shifts
that seriously affect a person’s daily life, relationships and work.
Q7. How long has Bipolar Disorder been known?
Bipolar Disorder was first described nearly 2000 years ago
in Cappadocia. It has been known to doctors for centuries
but is still widely misunderstood.
Q8. Is Bipolar Disorder a sign of weakness?
No. Bipolar Disorder is a medical condition of the brain.
It is not the person’s fault and it is not a sign of weakness.
It needs proper medical attention just like any other illness.
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This video is for informational purposes only.
Always consult a qualified doctor for medical advice.
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