Bipolar Depression

What is Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. The primary symptoms of bipolar disorder are severe and unpredictable mood swings. They are different from the normal ups and downs that everyone goes through from time to time. The illness has two contrasting phases:

1. Bipolar Mania

• Euphoria or irritability;

• Excessive talk;

• Racing thoughts;

• Inflated self-esteem;

• Unusual energy;

• Less need for sleep;

• Impulsiveness.

2. Bipolar Depression

• Depressed mood;

• Low self-esteem;

• Low energy levels;

• Apathy;

• Loneliness;

• Slow speech;

• Suicidal thoughts;

• Poor concentration.

Bipolar disorder is not easy to spot when it starts. The symptoms may seem like separate problems, not recognized as parts of a larger problem. Some people suffer for years before they are properly diagnosed and treated. Like diabetes or heart disease, bipolar disorder is a long-term illness that must be carefully managed by a physician throughout a person's life.

Bipolar Disorder can be treated and people with this illness can lead full and productive lives.

Find out if you may be a candidate for PRI's medication research study of Bipolar Depression.

• You must be at least 18 years old and in generally good health.

• Women who may be pregnant or nursing a child are not appropriate candidates for the research study at PRI.

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