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It tends to start appearing in the mid to late teens to early twenties, although it can appear earlier or later.
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What ages are impacted by bipolar disorder?
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What type of mutation causes bipolar?
Bipolar disorder affects men and women equally and usually appears between the ages of 15 and 25. The exact cause is unknown, but it occurs more often in relatives of people with bipolar disorder.
What age is an eating disorder mst likely to start at?
Usually in girls around 11-13 (Prime ages) Or 17-22 (late ages) Usually in men around 16-19(Prime ages) Or 31-39 (late ages)
Your daughter has ADHD and bipolar she is on 40mg of Vyvanse and 12mg serequel all the sudden she is behaving strange what are some other options besides serequel?
Let me begin by saying that I hope your daughter is being followed by a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner that specializes in working with children. I am not a doctor, however I have worked with individuals, of all ages, with a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. A diagnosis of bipolar disorder and ADHD is not uncommon, but it can be difficult to treat, because many medications used to treat ADHD can trigger Bipolar Mania. I would not be surprised if the vyvanse triggers symptoms of mania at various times of the year. I would continue taking seroquel, discontinue the vyvanse, and start Straterra. Honestly, (again, I am not a physician) the only ADHD med that I trust, with an individual who has Bipolar, is Straterra. Straterra is not typically prescribed to children, however it is the only medication that treats ADHD which is not a stimulant. Check out my previous post about Bipolar Treatments: What are effective treatments for bipolar disorder Be well.
Who is most affected by heat disorders?
Heat disorders are harmful to people of all ages, but their severity is likely to increase as people age.
How does bipolar affect a person?
Bipolar Disorder can affect absolutely anyone. There is always a fine line between a person being well or ill. I think we all experience low moods (such as when a relationship breaks up or when we lose a loved one) or extreme highs too. Its when these High or Lows become extreme in response to life events that they become a disorder, or when the lows become depressive or the highs make you do things you would not normally do when your mood is norml that it becomes an issue.
Provide some statistics from Australia realting to the incidence of anorexia among the youth?
Anorexia appear in roughly 1 out of every 250 to 300 people. Of that, one male is affected for every female affected with the eating disorder. Anorexia usually occurs between the ages of roughly 12 and 25.
Bipolar disorder?
DefinitionBipolar disorder involves periods of elevated or irritable mood (mania), alternating with periods of depression. The "mood swings" between mania and depression can be very abrupt.Alternative NamesManic depression; Bipolar affective disorderCauses, incidence, and risk factorsBipolar disorder affects men and women equally. It usually appears between ages 15 - 25. The exact cause is unknown, but it occurs more often in relatives of people with bipolar disorder.Types of bipolar disorder:People with bipolar disorder type I have had at least one fully manic episode with periods of major depression. In the past, bipolar disorder type I was called manic depression.People with bipolar disorder type II have never experienced full-fledged mania. Instead they experience periods of hypomania (elevated levels of energy and impulsiveness that are not as extreme as the symptoms of mania). These hypomanic periods alternate with episodes of depression.A mild form of bipolar disorder called cyclothymia involves less severe mood swings with alternating periods of hypomania and mild depression. People with bipolar disorder type II or cyclothymia may be misdiagnosed as having depression alone.In most people with bipolar disorder, there is no clear cause for the manic or depressive episodes. The following may trigger a manic episode in people who are vulnerable to the illness:Life changes such as childbirthMedications such as antidepressants or steroidsPeriods of sleeplessnessRecreational drug useSymptomsThe manic phase may last from days to months and can include the following symptoms:Agitation or irritationInflated self-esteem (delusions of grandeur, false beliefs in special abilities)Little need for sleepNoticeably elevated mood HyperactivityIncreased energyLack of self-controlRacing thoughtsOver-involvement in activitiesPoor temper controlReckless behavior Binge eating, drinking, and/or drug useImpaired judgmentSexual promiscuitySpending spreesTendency to be easily distractedThese symptoms of mania are seen with bipolar disorder I. In people with bipolar disorder II, hypomanic episodes involve similar symptoms that are less intense.The depressed phase of both types of bipolar disorder includes the following symptoms:Daily low moodDifficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisionsEating disturbances Loss of appetite and weight lossOvereating and weight gainFatigue or listlessnessFeelings of worthlessness, hopelessness and/or guiltLoss of self-esteemPersistent sadnessPersistent thoughts of deathSleep disturbances Excessive sleepinessInability to sleepSuicidal thoughtsWithdrawal from activities that were once enjoyedWithdrawal from friendsThere is a high risk of suicide with bipolar disorder. While in either phase, patients may abuse alcohol or other substances, which can make the symptoms worse.Sometimes there is an overlap between the two phases. Manic and depressive symptoms may occur together or quickly one after the other in what is called a mixed state.Signs and testsA diagnosis of bipolar disorder involves consideration of many factors. The health care provider may do some or all of the following:Ask about your family medical history, particularly whether anyone has or had bipolar disorderAsk about your recent mood swings and for how long you've experienced themObserve your behavior and moodPerform a thorough examination to identify or rule out physical causes for the symptomsRequest laboratory tests to check for thyroid problems or drug levelsSpeak with your family members to discuss their observations about your behaviorTake a medical history, including any medical problems you have and any medications you takeNote: Use of recreational drugs may be responsible for some symptoms, though this does not rule out bipolar affective disorder. Drug abuse may itself be a symptom of bipolar disorder.TreatmentSpells of depression or mania return in most patients, in spite of treatment. The major goals of treatment are to:Avoid cycling from one phase to anotherAvoid the need for a hospital stayHelp the patient function as best as possible between episodesPrevent self-destructive behavior, including suicideReduce the severity and frequency of episodesThe doctor will first try to determine what may have triggered the mood episode, and identify any medical or emotional problems that might interfere with or complicate treatment.Drugs called mood stabilizers are considered to be the first-line treatment. The following are commonly used mood stabilizers:CarbamazepineLamotrigineLithiumValproate (valproic acid)Other antiseizure drugs may also be tried.Other drugs used to treat bipolar disorder include:Antipsychotic drugs and anti-anxiety drugs (benzodiazepines), which can be used to stabilize moodAntidepressant medications can be added to mood-stabilizing drugs to treat depression. People with bipolar disorder are more likely to have manic or hypomanic episodes if they are put on antidepressants. Because of this, an antidepressant is only used in people who are also taking a mood stabilizer.Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) may be used to treat the manic or depressive phase of bipolar disorder that does not respond to medication.ECT is a psychiatric treatment that uses an electrical current to cause a brief seizure of the central nervous system while the patient is under anesthesia.ECT is the most effective treatment for depression that is not relieved with medications.Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) uses high frequency magnetic pulses that target affected areas of the brain. It is most often used as a second-line treatment after ECT.Patients who are in the middle of manic or depressive episodes may need to stay in a hospital until their mood is stabilized and their behaviors are under control.Doctors are still trying to decide the best way to treat bipolar disorder in children and adolescents. Parents should consider the potential risks and benefits of treatment for their children.SUPPORT PROGRAMS AND THERAPIESFamily treatments that combine support and education about bipolar disorder (psychoeducation) appear to help families cope and reduce the odds of symptoms returning. Programs that emphasize outreach and community support services can help people who lack family and social support.Important skills include:Coping with symptoms that are present even while taking medicationsLearning a healthy lifestyle, including getting enough sleep and staying away from recreational drugsLearning to take medications correctly and how to manage side effectsLearning to watch for early signs of a relapse, and knowing how to react when they occurFamily members and caregivers are very important in the treatment of bipolar disorder. They can help patients seek out proper support services, and help make sure the patient follows medication therapy.Getting enough sleep is extremely important in bipolar disorder, because a lack of sleep can trigger a manic episode. Psychotherapy may be a useful option during the depressive phase. Joining a support group may be particularly helpful for bipolar disorder patients and their loved ones.A patient with bipolar disorder cannot always reliably tell the doctor about the state of the illness. Patients often have difficulty recognizing their own manic symptoms.Mood variations in bipolar disorder are not predictable, so it is sometimes difficult to tell whether a patient is responding to treatment or naturally emerging from a bipolar phase.Treatment strategies for children and the elderly have not been well-studied, and have not been clearly defined.Expectations (prognosis)Mood-stabilizing medication can help control the symptoms of bipolar disorder. However, patients often need help and support to take medicine properly and to ensure that any episodes of mania and depression are treated as early as possible.Some people stop taking the medication as soon as they feel better or because they want to experience the productivity and creativity associated with mania. Although these early manic states may feel good, discontinuing medication may have very negative consequences.Suicide is a very real risk during both mania and depression. Suicidal thoughts, ideas, and gestures in people with bipolar affective disorder require immediate emergency attention.ComplicationsStopping or improperly taking medication can cause your symptoms to come back, and lead to the following complications:Alcohol and/or drug abuse as a strategy to "self-medicate"Personal relationships, work, and finances sufferSuicidal thoughts and behaviorsThis illness is challenging to treat. Patients and their friends and family must be aware of the risks of neglecting to treat bipolar disorder.Calling your health care providerCall your health provider or an emergency number right way if:You are having thoughts of death or suicideYou are experiencing severe symptoms of depression or maniaYou have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and your symptoms have returned or you are having any new symptomsReferencesMoore DP, Jefferson JW. Bipolar disorder. In: Moore DP, Jefferson JW, eds. Handbook of Medical Psychiatry. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier;2004:chap 80.Schiffer RB. Psychiatric disorders in medical practice. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa:Saunders Elsevier;2007:chap 420.Benazzi F. Bipolar disorder -- focus on bipolar II disorder and mixed depression. Lancet. 2007;369:935-945.Morriss RK, Faizal MA, Jones AP, Williamson PR, Bolton C, McCarthy JP. Interventions for helping people recognise early signs of recurrence in bipolar disorder. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;24;(1):CD004854.Sachs GS, Nierenberg AA, Calabrese JR, et al. Effectiveness of adjunctive antidepressant treatment for bipolar depression. N Engl J Med. 2007;356:1711-1722.
What are the Statistics on phobias?
Statistics related to mental health disorders:The following are the latest statistics available from the National Institute of Mental Health Disorders (NIMH), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH): · Mental health disorders account for four of the top 10 causes of disability in established market economies, such as the US, worldwide, and include: major depression (also called clinical depression), manic depression (also called bipolar disorder), schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.· An estimated 26 percent of Americans ages 18 and older - about one in four (or over 57.7 million) adults - suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year.· Many people suffer from more than one mental disorder at a given time. In particular, depressive illnesses tend to co-occur with substance abuse and anxiety disorders.· Approximately 20.9 million American adults - or 9.5 percent - ages 18 and over, will suffer from a depressive illness (major depression, bipolar disorder, or dysthymia) each year.· Women are nearly twice as likely to suffer from major depression than men. However, men and women are equally likely to develop bipolar disorder.· While major depression can develop at any age, the average age at onset is the mid-20s.· With bipolar disorder, which affects approximately 5.7 million American adults - or about 2.6 percent of Americans age 18 and older in a given year - the average age at onset for a first manic episode is during the early 20s.· More than 90 percent of people who commit suicide have a diagnosable mental disorder - most commonly a depressive disorder or a substance abuse disorder.· Four times as many men than women commit suicide. However, women attempt suicide two to three times more often than men.· The highest suicide rates in the US are found in Caucasian men over age 85. However, suicide is also one of the leading causes of death in adolescents and adults ages 15 to 24.· Approximately 2.4 million Americans are affected by schizophrenia.· In most cases, schizophrenia first appears in men during their late teens or early 20s. In women, schizophrenia often first appears during their 20s or early 30s.· Approximately 40 million American adults ages 18 to 54 - or about 18.1 percent of people in this age group - in a given year, have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders include: panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and phobias (social phobia, agoraphobia, and specific phobia).· Panic disorder typically develops in late adolescence or early adulthood.· The first symptoms of OCD often begin during childhood or adolescence.· About 30 percent of Vietnam veterans experienced PTSD at some point after the war.· GAD can begin at any time, though the risk is highest between childhood and middle age.· Individuals with OCD frequently can have problems with substance abuse or depressive or eating disorders.· Social phobia typically begins in childhood or adolescence.· In their lifetime, an estimated 0.5 percent to 3.7 percent of females suffer from anorexia and an estimated 1.1 percent to 4.2 percent suffer from bulimia. Females are much more likely than males to develop an eating disorder.· Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders in children and adolescents. It affects an estimated 4.1 percent of youths ages 9 to 17 in a six-month period.
What types of people are most likely to contract multifocal motor neuropathy?
Men are about three times as likely to be affected as women. Most patients are between the ages of thirty and fifty when symptoms are noted, with the average age of onset being 40 years.
What population groups tend to get nephrotic syndrome?
Patients with nephrotic syndrome are from all age groups, although in children there is an increased risk of the disorder between the ages of 18 months and four years. In children, boys are more frequently affected; in adults.
When do they get an eating disorder?
it depends on the disorder for example people become anorexic between the ages of 13 to 18 and people become bulimic in their 20's
