Chapter 5: Bipolar Disorder

Question 1

What are the symptoms caused of disorders of the mind such as, bipolar disorder and schizohrenia by?

Answer 1

By more subtle changes in the brain that are, as yet, poorly understood.

Question 2

Bipolar disorder is a type of mood disorder characterized by?

Answer 2

By extreme swings in mood, energy and ability to function that are more dramatic than normal ups and downs.

Question 3

How many Americans are affected with Bipolar disorder?

Answer 3

About 2.6% of Americans.

Question 4

What are the 2 mood extremes of Bipolar Disorder?

Answer 4

Mania and depression.

Question 5

What are the defining symptoms of Mania?

Answer 5

Increased energy and a decreased need for sleep.

Question 6

What are the defining symptoms of Depression?

Answer 6

A down mood with fatigue takes over, often accompanied by irritability.

Question 7

What is the cause of Bipolar Disorder?

Answer 7

Is not known, but family history of disorder increases the chance of developing it.

Question 8

What are the medications of Bipolar Disorders?

Answer 8

Antipsychotics and anti-manic agents.

Question 9

How does Antipsychotics and anti-manic agents treat Bipolar Disorders?

Answer 9

By balancing levels of neurochemicals in the brain.