Bipolar Mood Swings

Fact:
Mood swings and depression are also symptoms that affect 20% of women going through menopause. This is a huge number when considering that 1.3 million women will go through menopause in the US annually.

Mood swings as a result of bipolar disorder can be hugely devastating. Depression often has the effect of isolating its sufferer from friends and loved ones, even to the point where getting out of bed is a struggle. People suffering from manic bipolar disease may also become reckless and violent.

The best way to avoid mood swings is to treat the bipolar disorder. This can sometimes be difficult as periods of depression are not completely preventable and even people who take their medication vigilantly are vulnerable to mood swings from time to time.

What are the signs of bipolar mood swings?

mood swings temper Whilst mood swings have the potential to surprise sufferers of bipolar disorder, there are signs and triggers which indicate a period of mania or depression are about to take place.

Aside from an obvious change in mood, the following altered factors can indicate an impending episode of mood swings: Sleep patterns change, energy levels drop, alcohol or drug use, sex drive, self-esteem and concentration. There are also triggers which can provoke depression (stress at work) which can be foreseen and should be avoided, whilst there are others (a traumatic event) that can’t be avoided.

Tips for handling bipolar mood swings:

What are mood swings?:
Mood swings are characterized by sudden changes in attitude and temper for no apparent reason. Mood swings also seem to be significantly linked to times of hormonal change in women – thus the reason many women experience mood swings during menopause.

1) Keep a journal of life events, things that make you stressed, the medication dosage and the amount of sleep you get a night. Over time the journal may help you see a pattern of the things that affect mood swings.

2) If you have an idea of what your personal triggers are, you can prepare for likely times when you will be at your most vulnerable. At these times seek support from co-workers and ensure that you check in with your family more often for extra support.

3) If you sense a potential mood swing or black spot, get help as quickly as possible. Never wait for the mood swing to simply pass by itself because what might be a small change could quickly transform into a serious problem.

mood swings ealthy Mood swings in menopausal women are primarily linked with deficient levels of estrogen. The body therefore needs to be nourished with the ingredients that help it maintain stable hormone levels. This includes healthy dosages of exercise along with a good diet containing a lot of soy. Alternative medicines have also been shown to tackle the issue of hormone imbalance and thus stabilize mood swings. Obviously a healthy balance between body and mind is necessary for overall mental health.

Click on the following link for more information about bipolar mood swings, and treatment in relation to mood swings as a menopause symptom.

Three approaches for bipolar mood swings:
Three approaches can be considered for bipolar mood swings: (1) lifestyle changes, (2) alternative approaches and (3)drugs and surgery. The safest way is to start with the least risky approach before advancing to the next level. Click on treatments for bipolar mood swings to learn more.