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What are some self-help tips for coping with bipolar disorder?
If you have bipolar disorder, here are some self-help tips for coping with the illness:
Educate yourself about the disorder.
Learn to recognize your triggers and do something to avert the episodes. Ask others to help you recognize your early indicators, the behaviors that signal a relapse.
Work with your treatment provider to decide on the best management of the disorder. This treatment program will change over time, so keep in close contact with your provider.
Plan what to do in a crisis.
Eat a healthy diet; avoid the use of alcohol or illicit drugs; and beware of interactions between your drugs and any foods you eat, nutritionalsupplements, herbs, other prescription drugs, or over-the-counter drugs.
Get adequate sleep.
Attend a support group.
Develop your personal support system (your friends and family).
Get regular exercise.
Keep to a regular schedule, for structure. Include time spent alone. Give yourself a break: if you are not feeling right, cancel plans.
Volunteer and engage in hobbies. Alternate active pursuits with quiet time alone.
Set your own limits and inform others of them.
Be patient about developing your customized treatment program.
Src: Wikipedia.org
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