Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder Treatment Services Offered in Vienna and Sterling, VA

Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness characterized by extreme mood shifts, oscillating between manic highs and depressive lows. At Inspire Behavioral Health in Vienna, Sterling or Fairfax, VA, we are committed to guiding you through unpredictable bipolar disorder and exploring treatment options.

What are the causes of bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder affects millions of adults in the United States, with most diagnoses occurring during the teens or twenties. Traumatic experiences, substance misuse, and differences in brain structure and function can also contribute to its development.

What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?

Manic Episodes

During a manic episode, individuals may experience intense euphoria, boundless energy, rapid thoughts, impulsivity, and inflated self-esteem.

Depressive Episodes

Depressive episodes are characterized by profound sadness, fatigue, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in activities. Changes in sleep and appetite, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of suicide may also occur.

Different types of bipolar disorder:

Bipolar Disorder comes in 3 different types. You can learn below about each of them:

Bipolar I Disorder

This includes at least one manic episode, often accompanied by depressive or hypomanic episodes.

Bipolar II Disorder

Characterized by mood swings from normal to high to low, with less extreme highs (hypomania) and potentially severe depressive episodes.

Cyclothymic Disorder

Involves chronic mood instability, though less intense and frequent than in bipolar I or II disorder.

How to treat bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a lifelong condition that requires ongoing management. Treatment options include:

Medications

Mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and antidepressants help control mood swings. Finding the right medication often involves trial and error, under the guidance of a healthcare provider.

Therapy

Psychotherapy helps individuals understand and manage their disorder, recognize warning signs, cope with stress, and adhere to medication regimens. It also aids in improving communication and relationships within families.

Long-term Management

Consistent treatment reduces the severity and frequency of mood swings. A continuous, long-term plan is crucial for sustained well-being.

To achieve freedom from bipolar disorder, call Inspire Behavioral Health today or book an in-person appointment at our Vienna VA, Fairfax VA or Sterling VA Offices or a telehealth appointment online.

At Inspire Behavioral Health we offer services such as MEDICATION MANAGEMENT, PSYCHOTHERAPY, ADHD TESTING, TMS, SPRAVATO, PRIMARY CARE, MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS, PSYCHIATRIC GENETIC TESTING plus treatments for ADHD, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, PTSD, BIPOLAR, OCD and PANIC DISORDER.