Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder requires ongoing medical care to manage the extreme high and low moods the condition causes. Bright Side Mental Health Services offers consistent, high-quality medical care for adults and adolescents with bipolar disorder. Janenita Chukwu, APRN, PMHNP-BC, takes a personalized approach to assessing your symptoms and builds a treatment plan to stabilize your moods so that you can thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. Call the office in Tacoma, Washington, to schedule a bipolar disorder evaluation for yourself or your child. You can also use the online feature to book an appointment at any time. 

What is bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a chronic mental health condition that causes intense mood swings ranging from extreme emotional highs (mania or hypomania) to extreme lows (depression).

Mood shifts last for several weeks and negatively affect your energy levels, behaviors, and cognitive function. Individuals with bipolar disorder may struggle at work, school, and in relationships. They are also at an increased risk for self-harm and suicidal ideation, especially when bipolar disorder remains untreated.

Bright Side Mental Health Services specializes in personalized care plans for adults and adolescents with bipolar disorder.

Janenita offers a variety of therapeutic tools, including psychotherapy and medications, to stabilize your moods and restore your quality of life.

When should I seek treatment for bipolar disorder?

Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at Bright Side Mental Health Services if you experience shifts in mood that affect your ability to care for yourself or meet your responsibilities.

Symptoms of bipolar disorder vary from person to person based on the type of condition they have. The hallmark symptoms of bipolar disorder include:

Mania

Mania describes extreme emotional highs where you may feel energized, overly confident, and productive. You might experience racing thoughts, become easily distracted, and engage in reckless behaviors like excessive spending.

Hypomania

Hypomania symptoms are similar to symptoms of mania but are less severe.

Bipolar depression

Bipolar depression describes episodes of low energy and persistent feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, and sadness. During a depressive episode, you may lose interest in your usual activities and isolate yourself from loved ones. Thoughts of self-harm or suicide may also develop during depressive episodes.

How is bipolar disorder treated?

Bright Side Mental Health Services offers custom care plans for bipolar disorder. Treatment typically involves a combination of psychotherapy and medications to stabilize moods, improve self-esteem, and enhance quality of life.

Bipolar disorder is a lifelong condition that requires ongoing medical support. Janenita monitors the effectiveness of treatment during routine follow-up visits in the office or through the virtual telehealth platform.

She ensures you know how to take medications correctly and can adjust the dose as needed to prevent mood shifts. Janenita can also recommend self-care strategies you can use to manage bipolar disorder, such as eating a healthy diet, exercising, and getting sufficient sleep.

Call Bright Side Mental Health Services to schedule a bipolar disorder consultation or book an appointment online today.