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INTERVIEW PREPARATION AND DISCUSSION

Introduction

Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder also known as the manic depression and is characterized by serious mood swings and a person suffering from this disorder experiences mania which is enthusiasm and desire and at times they experience depression which is despair and unhappiness. I conducted a one on one interview with John M. Grohol, Psy.D. of the Massachusetts General Hospital so that I can know more about bipolar. In this interview I asked ten questions that will help in differentiating of this disorder from other disorders and I wrote the answers as well. Below are the questions I asked and how John answered them.

What is a bipolar disorder?

A mental disorder also known as the manic depression and is characterized by serious mood swings and a person suffering from this disorder experiences mania which is enthusiasm and desire and at times they experience depression which is despair and unhappiness. Feeling sadness and hopelessness, difficulty in concentrating and talking of suicide in the depression phase.

What are the symptoms of bipolar?

Heightened sense of self-importance, poor appetite and weight loss, racing speech and exaggerated positive look during the manic episode.

Describe the manic episode.

This period is characterized by extreme happiness, irritability and hyperactivity.

Describe the depressive period.

This episode is characterized by extreme sadness, inability to enjoy the normal things and lack of energy and interest in things.

How does one live with bipolar?

It is not possible to have two or more people experience bipolar disorder in exactly the same way, and therefore, this helps to know that one is not alone.

Is there treatment for bipolar?

It is readily treatable but since different people suffer different forms of bipolar it may take time to find a treatment that suits a particular person at the beginning. Some treatment methods include; psychotherapy and self-help for bipolar disorder and emerging bipolar treatments.

Who are at risk of getting bipolar?

This disorder affects approximately 2 million people in the country and both men and women are affected at the same rate so anyone can get this disorder. Another important factor could be genetics and family history. If one is affected by this disorder chances are high that their parents or grand-parents suffered the same.

What is the difference between bipolar and ADHD in children and teens?

ADHD is characterized by inattention while bipolar is characterized by mood swings between mania and depression.

How can family members, friends or the concerned help people with bipolar?

Family members and friends can show their support by being on their side and giving them plenty of reassurance. They can also give understanding and sympathy.

Is there an emergency support for people with bipolar?

Yes. Treatment providers are distributed country wide and furthermore, there is an online support group.

References

Bipolar Clinic and Research Program (BCRP). Massachusetts General Hospital. Retrieved from,

http://www.massgeneral.org/psychiatry/services/bipolar_home.aspx on January 23, 2015.

John. M. G., (2012). Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression) Coping with Bipolar. Massachusetts General Hospital. Retrieved from,

http://psychcentral.com/disorders/bipolar/ on January 23, 2015.