Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). These shifts can affect sleep, energy, behavior, judgment, and the ability to function in daily life.

There are different types of Bipolar Disorder:

• Bipolar I Disorder: Involves manic episodes lasting at least 7 days, often followed by depressive episodes

• Bipolar II Disorder: Includes patterns of hypomania and severe depression, but not full manic episodes

• Cyclothymic Disorder: Periods of hypomanic and depressive symptoms lasting for at least 2 years (1 year in children and teens)

• Other Types: Related to medical or substance-induced conditions

Manic or Hypomanic Episode Symptoms:

• Increased energy, restlessness, or activity

• Inflated self-esteem or grandiosity

• Decreased need for sleep

• Racing thoughts or rapid speech

• Impulsive decisions (spending sprees, risky behavior)

• Distractibility

Depressive Episode Symptoms:

• Persistent sadness or hopelessness

• Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed

• Fatigue or lack of energy

• Trouble concentrating or making decisions

• Sleep disturbances (too much or too little)

• Thoughts of death or suicide

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, professional evaluation and treatment are key to improving your quality of life. You don’t have to navigate bipolar disorder on your own. At Blissz Psychiatry, we’re here to help you understand your condition, find the right treatment, and move forward with hope and confidence.

At Blissz Psychiatry, we take a comprehensive and individualized approach to treating bipolar disorder. Our goal is to stabilize mood, reduce the frequency of episodes, and improve long-term functioning.

Our treatment may include:

• Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation

• Medication Management (e.g., mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, antidepressants when appropriate)

• Psychotherapy & Supportive Counseling

• Education for Patients and Families

• Coping Skills, Lifestyle Guidance, and Routine Planning

We provide a judgment-free, safe space to work through your experiences and develop practical tools to manage them. We proudly support patients from Sugar Land, Richmond, Missouri City, Stafford, and the Greater Houston area. With expert guidance and an understanding approach, Blissz Psychiatry in Sugar Land empowers those affected by bipolar disorder to navigate the highs and lows and embrace a healthier, more balanced future.