by ivan.hruska | Nov 29, 2024 | Patients
Actigraphy and polysomnography (PSG) are two prominent methods for measuring sleep patterns, particularly in patients with bipolar disorder. Each method has its strengths and limitations, making them suitable for different contexts in sleep research and clinical...
by ivan.hruska | Nov 4, 2024 | Patients
The transition from Daylight Saving Time (DST) to standard time, commonly referred to as “falling back,” can have significant effects on psychological well-being. This article explores how this shift impacts mental health, particularly in relation to...
by ivan.hruska | Oct 3, 2022 | Patients
We bring you to the last post from our interview with Carmen. In this part, we will discuss the biggest risks and pitfalls of bipolar disorder. We will also have a closer look on relationships and how bipolar disorder can affect them. Carmen, do you talk about...
by eva.zdrahalova | Sep 20, 2022 | Patients
The second part of the interview with Carmen describes her experience with treatment for bipolar disorder. Particularly her perception of the care of psychiatrists, psychologists, and hospitalisation. Carmen, could you tell us more about your experience with treatment...
by eva.zdrahalova | Jul 21, 2022 | Patients
In previous articles, we have discussed how bipolar disorder manifests, what it entails, what the options for medication and non-medication treatment are, and who to contact. In the next few posts, we will dive into personal experiences with this illness. The two...
by eva.zdrahalova | Jun 27, 2022 | Patients
One of the biggest and most feared risks of bipolar disorder is the risk of suicide, which occurs at about 0.4% per year in women and men, more than 20 times higher compared to the general population. In Europe, more lives are lost due to suicide every year than die...
