Work stress, sleep troubles, even a change in weather can all spark an episode.
Bipolar disorder alters your mood, energy, and activity levels, characterized by “high” (manic) and “low” (depressive) episodes. If your bipolar isn’t well-controlled, certain stressors or changes to your daily routine may lead to a manic or depressive episode. “Common triggers include lack of sleep, abusing alcohol or illegal drugs, pregnancy, financial stressors, and medications such as steroids or antidepressants,” says Julian Lagoy, M.D., a psychiatrist with Mindpath Health in San Jose, CA. Learn how to cope with these triggers so you can stay mentally healthy, whatever life has in store.
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