Hospital commitment, which is placing a person in the hospital against their will, is sometimes necessary with bipolar disorder because of the effects of manic episodes. Suicidal thoughts, remarks, or behaviors should always be given immediate attention by a qualified professional. It is not true that if a person talks about suicide, they will not kill themselves. Self-destructive thoughts are sometimes acted out indirectly. With appropriate treatment, the suicidal thoughts and behavior can be controlled and eliminated.
Bipolar disorder is a lifetime illness.
It may take time to discover the best treatment regimen for an individual. In addition to treatment, mutual support self-help groups can benefit patients and their families. Thanks and acknowledgement are provided to the National Institute of Mental Health as a primary resource for much of the information on this webpage . Psychology Information Online , developed by Donald J. Franklin, Ph.D. , provides information about the practice of psychology, features Continuing Education Programs and a Psychology Bookstore , and hosts the National Directory of Psychologists .