Bi-Polar Disorder

Only about 2.6 percent of Americans struggle with Bi-Polar Disorder—when people experience manic episodes (extreme happiness or energy) which may be preceded before or after by a depressive episode (intense sadness or depression). Usually, people who have this mental health condition start showing signs during their late teens or early adult years. It can be a result of family genes, brain structure, or their environment. These are just a few of the common symptoms:

Manic Episodes

• Short temper.
• Act compulsively.
• Be overly sexually active.

Depressive Episodes

• Feels worthless.
• Oversleeps.
• Loses interest in activities or friends.

Of course, there are many more symptoms to consider. We recommend you check out this article on Healthline to see a more extensive list of symptoms.

How Can Turn-About Ranch Help?

A big part of what we do at Turn-About Ranch is teach students how to manage their condition so they can live successful lives. If your child has Bi-Polar Disorder, our professional team will teach them the coping skills they need to work through their highs and lows appropriately.