Xiaofang (pseudonym) is a 16-year-old high school student who has had a good family environment and education since she was a child, and her parents are very concerned and supportive of her studies and life. However, in recent years, she began to experience mood swings and abnormal behavior, which caused her to have her Xi and social interactions affected.
Symptomatic presentation. Xiaofang's initial symptoms were heightened mood and increased activity. She becomes unusually excited, speaks faster, sleeps less, and often makes impulsive decisions. She began to exhibit restless and impulsive behavior at school, got into arguments with her classmates, and began to engage in risky activities. These symptoms lasted for several weeks, and then she entered a period of relative calm.
However, a few weeks later, she suddenly fell into a state of depression and self-blame. She became reticent, lost interest in life, and often felt tired and powerless. She began to experience changes in appetite and sleep disturbances, a period of bad mood that lasted for several months.
Xiaofang's parents realized that her mood swings were unusual and took her to a psychiatrist. The doctor performed a comprehensive clinical evaluation of her, including a detailed medical history and psychological evaluation. Based on her symptoms and medical history, doctors gave a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
Features of bipolar disorder:
1.Mood swings.
Patients are emotionally elevated, excited, and impulsive during the manic phase, while depressed, depressed, and helpless during the depressive phase.
2.Manic phase characteristics.
Emotional agitation, increased activity, overconfidence, difficulty concentrating, and impulsive behavior, among others.
3.Characteristics of the depressive phase.
Depressed mood, loss of interest, sleep disturbances, changes in appetite, tiredness, and low self-esteem, among others.
4.Alternate seizures.
Manic and depressive phases alternate and can last from a few weeks to several months, usually with a relatively calm and normal period of stability in between.
5.Impact on daily life.
Bipolar disorder severely interferes with the patient's ability to regulate emotions, make decisions, and communicate socially, negatively affecting academic, work, and family relationships.
*Scheme. 01 Medications**.
It is often done with mood stabilizers or antipsychotic medications, etc.**. These medications can help manage symptoms such as elevated mood, impulsive behavior, and sleep problems, as well as help reduce depression, anxiety, and negativity.
02 Psychology**.
Cognitive-behavioural** (CBT), CBT can help people with bipolar disorder understand and change negative thinking and behavior patterns, improve emotional regulation, and cope with stress and stress. In addition, CBT can also help patients establish healthy Xi and sleep routines.
03 Social support**.
This approach is designed to help patients build and maintain good social relationships and provide emotional support and practical help. Social support can be delivered in the form of individuals, families, or support groups.
04 Self-management and support measures.
Regular lifestyle: Patients should maintain regular sleep time and eating Xi to avoid excessive fatigue and overstimulation. Establishing a stable routine of daily life is important for managing mood swings and maintaining mental health.
Coping with stress: Learn Xi effective coping and stress techniques, such as relaxation training, meditation and deep breathing Xi. Finding a stress relief that works for you can help reduce mood swings and anxiety.
Support system: Establish a healthy support system, such as staying in touch with family, friends, or support groups. Sharing feelings, receiving understanding, and support can help people cope with difficulties and mood swings.
Efficacy and outlook:
After several months**, Xiaofang's mood swings have been effectively controlled, and her condition has become more and more stable. Her Xi performance and social functioning have gradually recovered. However, she still needs regular follow-up and adjustments** to ensure that her condition is stable and improving.
Understanding the characteristics of bipolar disorder is very important for Xiaofang and her family to help them better understand and cope with this mental illness. Early diagnosis and individualized planning, including medications and supportive psychology, play a key role in helping Fang manage her mood swings and improve her quality of life. Of course, home and school support is also crucial. As she enters adulthood, she will face new challenges that will require continued management and support.
If you encounter any of the above, it is important for parents to work with a medical professional to make an accurate diagnosis and develop an individualized plan, who will provide better guidance on the development and support of bipolar disorder in adolescents.
Contributed by: Song Xiuhua, Psychiatry.
Editor: Mu Yuanchao.
Editor: Yuan Ying.