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I am so excited about my blogs and being on google it feels like I have been published even though I have not been 

Everybody is looking for wena and it is something that I cannot stop doing I know it is because I am hypomanic all of the time and it will eventually leave but I really think I have started a project that I will continue fo do in the future I have finally found something that I truly love and even with the ups and downs I continue to write

I have always written in journals essays in school etc but I rarely finished them or did anything with what I wrote which includes sharing them with friends etc But now I am sharing with the world and it is a good feeling 

I cannot believe that people are reading what comes naturally for me and are interested enough to keep reading what I write It is like being on a high that never ends and it is even with the moodswings it is seems to have patterns but I write at least an article a day and when I am not writing I am doing research which fills up my time productively 

Anyone interesting in reading mythology I have started a new blog about it the journey from the unknown or sprials of life  which you can find by keying into google bywena or wena indlovu they should come up and I am trying to branch out into different areas of my own interests Any suggestions for topics for my blogs will help me to continue I run out of ideas sometimes bymypoles

I have 2 new websites on the internet One alled Ssarching for the unknown and finding the truth at blogspot.com another one called Looking for the unknown and finding the truth at bywena.blog.com I thought I could change the titles but do not seem to be able to they have different [posts in them anyway

I also have some at wordpress.com which has old and new If anyone care to read and leave me some feedback you can look under name of blogs or by bywena these are informative and opinions that I have collected and researched and hope that they are helping people I have about 3000 page views which I think is great and was surprised to find that so many find my work interesting enough to read 

Look out for them if you will and help a budding author to make a difference in this world

bywena

The cause of bipolar disorder is not completely know. Genetic, neurochemical probably predispose thedisorder and environmental issues probably play a role in the progression of bipolar disorder. This seems to be a predominantly biological disorder in a specific part of the brain with a malfunction of the neurotransmitters in the brain.Neurotransmitters are the chemical part of the brain that controls thoughts and emotions. Since it is a biological disorder, it may be spontaneous or it may be triggered by stressors in life.

Researchers are working to find the exact cause of bipolar disorder.

Bipolar disorder usually runs in families. Studies show that as much as half the people with bipolar disorder have a family member with a mood disorder usually depression.

Having one parent, a fraternal twin increases the chance that a person will have bipolar disorder.

A person who has an paternal twin with bipolar disorder has an even greater risk of developing the illness than a fraternal twin.

Studies of where a child whose biological parent had the illness is raised by another family without bipolar disorder helped researchers learn more about the genetic causes causes.


 Bipolar disorder is due to the dysfunction of certain neurotransmitters (chemical messengers)in the brain. These chemicals may are norepinephrine, serotin and many others. As a biological disorder, it may be triggered by external factors such as social circumstances or psychological stressors.

A life event may trigger a mood episode in a person with a genetic makeup for bipolar disorder.

Even without the specific genetic factors, changes in health habits, alcohol or drug abuse, or hormonal problems can trigger an episode.


Substance abuse is not considered a cause of bipolar disorder but it can worsen the recovery of the disorder. Use of alcohol or tranquilizers may induce more severe depressive phases.

Some medications like antidepressants can trigger a manic episode in people who are susceptible to bipolar disorder. Depressive episodes in some persons must be treated carefully when those people have had manic episodes. Because a depressive episode can turn into a manic episode when an antidepressant is taken, an antipsychotic drug is also used to prevent a manic episode. Protecting the person from antidepressant-induced mania.Other medications can produce a symptoms that resembles mania. Appetite suppressants may trigger increased energy, decreased need for sleep and increased talkativeness. The difference is that after stopping the medication the person returns to his normal mood. Illicit drugs such as cocaine, such as Ecstasy and amphetamines. Excessive doses of over-the-counter drugs, including appetite suppressants and cold preparations. Nonpsychiatric medications, such as medicine for thyroid problems excessive caffeine can mimic the appearance of mania .

If a person is has bipolar disorder, stress, frequent use of stimulants or alcohol, and lack of sleep may trigger the disorder. Certain medications also may set off a depressive or manic episode.

An imbalance in naturally occurring brain chemicals called neurotransmitters plays a significant role in bipolar disorder and other mood disorders. Imbalanced hormones may be involved in causing or triggering bipolar disorder.

Bipolar disorder is more common in people who have a blood relative with the illness.


Stress, abuse, significant loss or other traumatic experiences can cause a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.

Reserchers are looking at hereditary as a cause of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is not passed from one generation to another genetically. There is a complex group of genetic, psychological, and environmental factors.

 

You can take control of your illness. A lifestyle that can help make coping with bipolar disorder easier. Designing strategies in day by day living with the episodes of your illness. Structuring your life to be as symptom free as possible can be done with the following practices:

Monitor your symptoms and knowing when they start helps to control them. Keeping a daily journal of events in your life that can trigger an episode helps to stop them from becoming major.

Talk honestly with your doctor about any symptoms or side effects you may be experiencing. .

Create a support group people to share your thoughts, and questions with who are living with Bipolar Disorder .

Avoid alcohol and drugs that can have dangerous interactions with your medicines. Ask your Doctor before taking any other medications even natural substances.. Make sure that any food, over the counter medicines, or herbal supplements you plan to take won’t have a harmful interaction with your treatment.

Watch your diet, you can help yourself feel better by keeping well balanced eating habits.

Try to develop a sleeping pattern, symptoms worsen with haphazared sleeping. If you are sleeping much more than normal, or if you are unable or unwilling to sleep, an episode may be beginning.

Discover what stressors can bring about an episode and always try your best to reduce it. Call your doctor if your emotions threaten to become uncontrollable.

Exercise as much as possible routine exercise is both physicallly and emotionally helpful in relieving stress and releasing pent up energy.

Schedule your day add structure in your life. Balance your time with daily hobbies, activities and relaxation

No matter what medicine your doctor has prescribed for you, motivation will help you take it the way you should.

Take control of your Bipolar Disorder dont let it take control of you.

Buck up Oh it cant be that bad Your in a good mood today Be quiet for a minute You paid what for that But you just got paid
What have you been smoking Phrases that I love to hate How to tell if you are a Bipolar Have you heard these phrases excessively Think about it

SYMPTOMS BIPOLAR DISORDER

MANIA
The symptoms of Bipolar Mania include

Period of elevated expansive or irritable mood Other symptoms include Beliefs of possessing exaggerated power importance
knowledge or ability Decreased need for sleep More talkative than usual pressure to keep talking
Rapidly changing unrelated or racing thoughts Easily distracted
Driven behavior at work at school or sexually agitation Risky behavior
Excessive spending foolish business investments

DEPRESSION

Symptoms of Bipolar Depression Include

Occurring nearly every day Depressed mood most of the day
feeling sad or empty tearful Significant loss of interest or pleasure in activities that used to e enjoyable Significant weight loss when not dietingor weight gain decrease or increase in appetite
Difficulty in sleeping or sleeping too much Agitation or slowing down of thoughts and reduction of physical movements
Fatigue or loss of energy Feelings of worthlessness
or inappropriate guilt Poor concentration or having
difficulty making decisions
Thinking about death or suicide

Most people have felt some of these symptoms at least once in their life and it is normal But if they persist or are becoming more frequently Then
they can be words you Love to Hate

 

 

You can take control of your illness. A lifestyle that can help make coping with bipolar disorder easier. Designing strategies in day by day living with the episodes of your illness. Structuring your life to be as symptom free as possible can be done with the following practices:

Monitor your symptoms and knowing when they start helps to control them. Keeping a daily journal of events in your life that can trigger an episode helps to stop them from becoming major.

Talk honestly with your doctor about any symptoms or side effects you may be experiencing. .

Create a support group people to share your thoughts, and questions with who are living with Bipolar Disorder .

Avoid alcohol and drugs that can have dangerous interactions with your medicines. Ask your Doctor before taking any other medications even natural substances.. Make sure that any food, over the counter medicines, or herbal supplements you plan to take won’t have a harmful interaction with your treatment.

Watch your diet, you can help yourself feel better by keeping well balanced eating habits.

Try to develop a sleeping pattern, symptoms worsen with haphazared sleeping. If you are sleeping much more than normal, or if you are unable or unwilling to sleep, an episode may be beginning.

Discover what stressors can bring about an episode and always try your best to reduce it. Call your doctor if your emotions threaten to become uncontrollable.

Exercise as much as possible routine exercise is both physicallly and emotionally helpful in relieving stress and releasing pent up energy.

Schedule your day add structure in your life. Balance your time with daily hobbies, activities and relaxation

No matter what medicine your doctor has prescribed for you, motivation will help you take it the way you should.

Take control of your Bipolar Disorder dont let it take control of you.

 

Bipolar psychosis looks a lot like the symptoms of schizophrenia, causing misdiagnosis many times for patients with manic depression. Most bipolars will or have had a psychotic episode in their lives. Psychosis is usually temporary, but in some casas persists throughout the course of the illness. Bipolars can live their lives with psychotic episodes which is the case of Bipolar I disorder.


 

Clang is a symptom of psychosis. Linking words together based on similar sounds rather than meaning is a symptom of psychosis which is termed Clang association. This symptom occur in psychotic episodes in the manic phase of bipolar disorder, but can also occur in a depressive episode. The sentences or phrases used are rhyming, or punning.


 

There are other types of language changes that may be present with bipolar symptoms in addition to clang associations. Jumping from one idea to another seemingly without logical transition.Making up words that have no meaning to anyone but the speaker. Rarely repeating others’ words or phrases.


 

When a bipolar is becoming psychotic, you will notice that the language gets more rapid and less sensible and understandable as their mood becomes more elevated and the psychosis worsens. They may not be aware that they are not making sense. Untreated the y may become totally incoherent. Treatment for his bipolar symptoms is needed instead of trying to rationalize with them as their language is starting to fall apart.


 

Clang may be accompanied by other symptoms of psychosis, commonly there are hallucinations, paranoia , delusions, disordered thinking or speaking, being excessively responsive to stimulation Difficulty determining what is real and what is not, problems completing ordinary tasks, memory, concentration and clear thinking

Pressure of speech is a term used by doctors for speech that is rapid and a continuous flow that may be difficult or impossible to interrupt by the listener. It can be loud, emphatic, uninhibited, and continue even though no one is listening.

These speech abnomalities are often a result of Flight of ideas a term for the racing thoughts of bipolar patients. Flight of ideas is when nearly continuous flow of accelerated speech with abrupt changes from topic to topic that are usually based on understandable associations, distracting stimuli, or plays on words. When severe, speech may be disorganized and incoherent at the extreme it can seem to be unintelligible. These psychosis need to be treated with medications called antipsychotics. Confinment in a hospital is often necessary until the psychotic features lessen or are relieved.



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