A person with bipolar disorder experiences dramatic changes in their mood, energy, and ability to think clearly. This disorder causes extreme highs and lows, known as mania and depression. People can go for years between episodes without having symptoms. Without treatment, bipolar disorder usually gets worse. Fortunately, many patients with bipolar disorder can lead healthy and normal lives with a suitable treatment plan that entails psychotherapy, medications, a healthy lifestyle, and early recognition of symptoms.
