Bipolar disorder may seem like it’s just mood swings. However, it is a lifelong condition that can affect how you feel, think, behave, and relate. 

Stability with the help of evidence-based treatment is within reach. Casa Recovery has professionals who understand bipolar disorder and can be able to treat you accordingly so you can live a better life without it taking control of you.

As you are considering possible options for treatment, you may be wondering what the entire process entails.

You may also be thinking about what life can be like when you have your bipolar disorder under control. This can include being able to function more in school or at work, build reliable relationships, and regulating your emotions.

What Is Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder consisted of periods of mania or hypomania and depressive episodes. The mania episodes may feature elevated levels of energy, potentially risky behavior, and impulsivity among others.

On the other end, the depressive episodes will have symptoms like lack of motivation, feelings of hopelessness, and even deep lows. More importantly, stability with bipolar disorder is defined as the reduction of how frequently these occur, the severity, and the duration of such episodes.

Stability is possible and Casa Recovery utilizes evidence-based treatment to help you achieve it as a local mental health care service for Orange County and the surrounding areas.

What Are The Evidence-Based Components of Bipolar Treatment?

Evidence-based treatments are designed to be effective and provide long-term stability to those with bipolar disorder. Here are some things to expect during your treatment that is typically common with many personalized plans:

• Medication will remain important for managing bipolar disorder such as the use of mood stabilizers. Such decisions like dosing, combination, and balancing tolerability with effectiveness are individual depending on your unique needs.

• Psychotherapy and psychoeducation will work in conjunction with medication. This may include different forms of talk therapy like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal and social rhythm therapy (IPSRT), and even family-focused therapy. Psychoeducation is important as you can get an in-depth understanding about bipolar disorder while also learning about lifestyle triggers, recognizing possible early warning signs, and sharing your situation with others who may need to be in the know.

• Holistic lifestyle approaches can also be beneficial as well. For example, you can participate in regular mindfulness activities such as meditation and breathing techniques that can help regulate your emotional reactivity. If you stress less, this means you’ll deal with less mood swings.

What Does Stability Look Like After Treatment of Bipolar Disorder?

Life with stability can be a wonderful thing. While your path to it is unique, you may be able to experience some of the rewards of a successful treatment of bipolar disorder.

You’ll have fewer episodes of mood swings and less intense highs and lows. You’ll sleep better at night as well, feeling refreshed and less stressed.

Your relationships improve greatly and you can perform consistently in either your work or academics.

There is also a greater sense of self-awareness since you’ll know the early warning signs and manage the triggers at a moment’s notice. Finally, you are more in control of yourself.

Achieve Stability From Bipolar Disorder At Casa Recovery

Casa Recovery knows that while bipolar disorder can be a challenge to deal with, stability is always within reach. They will make sure that you are able to get there with the right treatment approach.

No treatment plan can get you there in a single day. These things take time, patience, and the knowledge that you will take more control over your life and feel more at peace.

For more information on how we can assist you, contact Casa Recovery today at 866-932-3102.