Bipolar Triggers

The mood episodes inherent to bipolar disorder can often seem random and uncontrollable, but in reality, they may be triggered by a broad range of identifiable phenomena. Sleep, negative life events, drug and alcohol use, seasonal changes, the reproductive cycle, as well as goal attainment and positive events can all have a deleterious impact on your stability, triggering a destructive cycle of mood switching. By understanding these bipolar disorder triggers and discovering ways of proactively coping, you can minimize the risk of experiencing mood episodes and protecting your psychological health. If you find that your mood episodes are not effectively managed with your current level of care, however, you may need more advanced bipolar treatment.