Are people with bipolar more prone to addiction?

In a study of people with bipolar disorder, approximately 60\% had some history of substance abuse. Although it’s not fully understood why, bipolar disorder makes people more likely to abuse drugs and alcohol. Drugs and alcohol often make the symptoms of bipolar disorder worse.

What is the most severe bipolar disorder?

Bipolar I disorder is the most severe form of the illness. Bipolar II disorder is characterized by predominantly depressive episodes accompanied by occasional hypomanic episodes. Hypomanic episodes are milder than manic episodes but can still impair functioning.

What happens if you don’t get treatment for bipolar disorder?

People with bipolar disorder who aren’t receiving treatment or those experiencing a rapid change in mood, or rapid cycling between moods, are more likely to experience periods of irritability too. Anger and rage may follow. A 2017 analysis of two clinical trials focused in part on remission during bipolar disorder I treatment.

What are 25 things only someone with bipolar disorder would understand?

25 Things Only Someone with Bipolar Disorder Would Understand 1. You can tell when you had a manic episode by looking at your credit card bill. 2. Even though you live on your own, it often feels like you’re waking up with a stranger. 3. You have so many racing thoughts you should be a NASCAR analyst.

Are You hiding your bipolar disorder?

The surprising truth is that sometimes people with bipolar disorder can do a pretty good job in hiding or minimizing certain symptoms of their condition. On World Bipolar Day, we explore some signs that perhaps individuals are struggling with their bipolar more than they care to let on.

Do people with bipolar lie more than average people?

So, in fairness to all of us with Bipolar Disorder, the issue could be more accurately cast as whether people with Bipolar Disorder lie a little (or a lot) more than the average person. As much as I hate to say it, my own experience leads me to say, yes!