What happens when bipolar disorder is not treated?
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What happens when bipolar disorder is not treated?
Bipolar Disorder:
Manic states have symptoms like extreme energy even when a person hasn't slept for long, increased self-confidence, increased motivation, beginning many projects at once, irritability, racing thoughts and speech, and reckless impulsive behaviors. A depressive state is when people have extreme sadness, lack motivation. chronic fatigue and may withdraw from life. The manic and depressive states are two extreme moods that people with bipolar disorder alternate between, and these moods can disturb all aspects of a person's life.
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View this answerLeft untreated bipolar disorder usually gets worse, the symptoms can become more severe and the duration of the manic and depressive states may become...
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Chapter 12 / Lesson 4Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder that causes extreme shifts in mood and energy and affects a person's ability to function. Discover the types, symptoms, and treatments of bipolar disorder.