Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that causes extreme shifts in thoughts, feelings, and behavior, called manic and depressive episodes. When does bipolar disorder start to show these episodes? Let’s learn more about manic and depressive episodes below.
As you can see, bipolar disorder can affect all ages, with the highest prevalence between eighteen and twenty-nine. Getting proper treatment, regardless of age, is essential to make a full recovery.
It’s why providing information on questions like when does bipolar disorder start to show is so important.
Geographics can also play a role in bipolar disorder rates. During treatment, it’s essential to understand how different areas and lifestyles can affect mental health issues.
Each of these risk factors can be co-occurring or contribute to bipolar disorder. At AIM, we treat the whole person and all contributing life factors.
That means we not only treat bipolar disorder but also diagnose and treat any underlying conditions that can cause or worsen bipolar symptoms and daily life.
When does bipolar disorder start to show? For many, it’s in their adolescent stage of life.
For adolescents, treatment for bipolar disorder may include:
AIM provides several treatment options for those with mental health conditions like bipolar disorder and substance use disorders.
If you’re looking for answers to the question “when does bipolar disorder start to show?” or trying to find diagnostic resources, we’re here to help.
Contact us to learn more about how AIM helps with bipolar treatment.
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