About.com Health: The Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor Bipolar disorder has been getting a lot of media attention lately, with speculation about whether Charlie Sheen has the mental health condition, plus actress Catherine Zeta-Jones' recent confirmation that she was hospitalized for treatment of bipolar II disorder. What Is Bipolar Disorder? The condition -- also referred to as manic depression -- is most easily recognized by extreme fluctuations in mood called depressive and manic episodes. Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Difference Between Bipolar I and Bipolar II See More About:  bipolar disorder defined  causes of bipolar disorder  types of bipolar disorder Finding Help with Medication The standard treatment for bipolar disorder is medication -- sometimes, a combination of meds that is unique to each person. More on Treatment Options See More About:  medications  mood stabilizers  antidepressants Behind the Mental Illness Stigma Unfortunately, many people with a mental illness have experienced some kind of stigma. The important thing to remember: Don't let other people's bad attitudes affect your treatment. How Has Stigma Affected You? Reducing Stigma from PTSD See More About:  stigma  advocacy  mental health in the media Will You Help Us Improve Our Site? We'd like your opinions on the design of our topic pages. We've posted a brief survey that will take you five to 10 minutes to complete and would really appreciate your response. Please click here to weigh in. Thanks! Health Ads Mental Health Health Counseling Behavioral Health Health Psychologist Public Health Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter Chernobyl 25th Anniversary: The Health Effects How to Eat Less Sugar Infertility Myths Quiz How Long is Strep Contagious? Therapy Sessions for OCD   More from About.com Backyard Chickens 101 Dabble in the self-sufficient, eco-friendly life with these essential chicken-raising tips. More> 24 Amazing Container Gardens These gorgeous and creative gardens prove it doesn't take a lot of space to create something special. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Understand Your Test Results Check Your Symptoms Advertisement