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Weekly sessions are available. Grouport offers therapist-led dialectical behavior therapy skills groups online. The first 12 weeks covers fundamental DBT skills.
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Distinguishing between bipolar disorder and depression can be complex, as both mental health conditions can present similar symptoms, notably periods of low mood and diminished interest in activities. However, these disorders are distinct and require different treatment approaches. This article elucidates the differences and similarities between bipolar disorder and depression, highlighting their distinct characteristics and implications.
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings. These swings can range from periods of feeling overly joyful and energized (manic episodes) to experiencing severe depression. There are different types of bipolar disorder, including Bipolar I, Bipolar II, and Cyclothymic disorder, each with unique symptom patterns.
One of the defining characteristics of bipolar disorder is the presence of manic or hypomanic episodes. These episodes often include symptoms like inflated self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, excessive talkativeness, and engaging in risky behaviors. It's the existence of these manic or hypomanic episodes alongside depressive episodes that sets bipolar disorder apart from depression.
Depression, formally known as Major Depressive Disorder, is a mental health condition marked by persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, changes in sleep and appetite, feelings of worthlessness, and sometimes thoughts of death or suicide. Unlike bipolar disorder, depression does not involve manic episodes.
While some symptoms overlap with those of bipolar disorder—such as feelings of sadness, insomnia or hypersomnia, and suicidal ideation—depression is primarily characterized by the persistent presence of these symptoms without alternating periods of mania or hypomania.
Distinguishing between bipolar disorder and depression mainly hinges on the presence or absence of manic or hypomanic episodes. While both conditions share depressive episodes, only bipolar disorder includes periods of mania or hypomania.
It's vital to get an accurate diagnosis as the treatments for bipolar disorder and depression are different. A qualified mental health professional can assess your symptoms and history to guide you toward the most suitable treatment.
While bipolar disorder and depression can present overlapping symptoms, understanding their differences is key for effective treatment and management. If you're experiencing symptoms of either condition, seeking help from a mental health professional is crucial. Remember, mental health is as important as physical health, and there's no shame in seeking help.
Grouport Therapy provides online cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) groups to assist individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. Our online group therapy sessions teach members how to integrate CBT techniques into their daily lives. Incorporating these skill sets enables them to recognize triggers, counteract negative thought patterns, and adopt more positive behaviors to recover from and manage their symptoms.
Our licensed therapist leads weekly group sessions conducted remotely in the comfort of members' homes. According to participant feedback, 70% experienced significant improvements within 8 weeks.
You don't have to face these challenges alone. Join our community and work together towards a brighter future. Sign up for one of our courses today and begin your journey towards meaningful, lasting change and renewed hope.
Our CBT online group therapy sessions are for Florida, New York, and New Jersey residents due to licensing restrictions. If you are not a resident of either state, consider our dialectical behavior therapy skills group. It is a therapist-instructor-led online group that will teach you strategic new skills to replace behaviors and emotions causing friction in your daily life and relationships.
We infuse cognitive behavioral techniques in our group therapy sessions for depression. Get effective and affordable treatment for depression.
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