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There has been an ongoing debate and a lot of confusion regarding the similarities and differences between a bipolar and attention deficit hyperactive disorder, and it is important to state that these are different conditions and while it is possible to suffer from both it is almost impossible to diagnosis yourself without help and advice from a licensed health care professional. In this article you will find all of the information you need to help you keep ADHD and a bipolar disorder separate in your mind, even if you are constantly finding that you exhibit symptoms associated with both conditions. You will also find information that helps to explain how and why these disorders are often connected, and why the creativity that often results from the manic behavior is sometimes beneficial and at other times dangerous for your mental and physical health. The more you know about your disorder the easier it will be to find a treatment plan that works for you.

If the thought of trying to keep all of the definitions associated with a bipolar spectrum disorder are almost enough to trigger a manic episode than you are definitely not alone, and it can get even more confusing when you are trying to decide if it is even a clinical diagnosis or simply the current fad at the moment. One of the easiest ways to explain this form of a bipolar disorder or "soft depression" is to visualize your moods and the severity on a graph and see if your emotions fall in at the beginning, middle, or end. If you are like many other fellow suffers of a bipolar disorder you are probably even more confused, and the information included in this article can help explain the bipolar spectrum and what it means for your diagnosis and illness. If you are still confused and feel like you haven't gotten the answers you need speaking to your health care provider can help clear up any misconceptions.

It should be mentioned that type 1 bipolar disorders are the most extreme and are commonly categorized by manic episodes followed by deep depression, and even erratic behaviors can also be exhibited. In this article you will find a comprehensive explanation for the signs and symptoms associated with a type 1 bipolar disorders, along with explanations detailing the differences in treatments for the separate conditions and how it can affect your life and those around you. If you feel that you might be suffering from a bipolar disorder there are helpful links included in the article that can get you started on a screening that can help you narrower down your condition. As always it is impossible for you to diagnose yourself, and if your do test positive on the screening it is important to speak immediately with your health care adviser for a second opinion to ensure you start the right treatment plan.