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Here are eight things to know about the interesting link between the two. People can experience psychosis during severe bipolar mood episodes of mania or depression. (Or severely enough to warrant hospitalization.) Heres disorder symptoms. Psychosis can occur in both bipolar I and bipolar II. If you have bipolar II, you only have hypomanic and depressive episodes. you’re free to read more about the similarities and differences between the twohere....

Much like the symptoms andhealth conditionsthey are used to treat, antipsychotic drugs are complicated. Here are nine things you should know about this powerful class of medication. Antipsychotics are used to manage a mental health phenomenon known as psychosis. Amy DeVoogd/Getty Images Other symptoms include incoherent speech, inappropriate behavior, and overall difficulty functioning. Anyone can have a psychotic episode, she explains. Antipsychotics are often prescribed to people with schizophrenia. Schizophreniais a mental illness that distorts the way people think, feel, and behave, according to theNIMH....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Foundationand powder arent your only options forcovering a breakoutor evening your skin tone. Cristina Cianci They also come at a range of price points, from drugstore to high-end. Here are some tinted moisturizers and BB creams that makeup artists recommend for all budgets. The best ones pack a punch of skin beneficial ingredients and SPF with a flattering finish....

People engage in unusual behavior and may have an inflated opinion of oneself. In severe manic episodes, an individual might hallucinate and experience psychosis. Factors like experiencing a trauma orsleep deprivationcan trigger a manic episode, Dr. Galynker adds. Roy Scott/Getty Images If someone has symptoms that result in psychosis or hospitalization, thats also considered a manic episode. Its worth noting that only people diagnosed with bipolar I will experience full mania....

But Guthrie kept all the stress inside because no one was talking about caregiving then, she says. Anyone whos a caregiver will tell you thatswayeasier said than done. And as it progresses, it requires more and more from you as a caregiver. Jordan Moss People think its justmemory loss, but thats the easy part, she says. We spoke with several current and formerAlzheimers caregiversabout the self-care moves theyve found helpful for doing just that....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Here, two of our favorite hosts weigh in with clever strategies that elevate entertaining to an art form. Foxys_forest_manufacture/Getty Images On food: 1. When it comes to menu planning, more is more! But always anticipate your crowds needs. drinks I like to set my guests up with DIY lettuce wraps....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. That last item is my favorite of all the seasonal pleasures. Cristina Cianci This year, I found a way to make the unsightly sweater custom more practical. Guaranteed yule be the talk of the party in this festive twist on the tacky sweater tradition....

Borderline personality disorder(BPD) is an often profoundly misunderstood mental health condition commonly conflated withbipolar disorder. In reality, its an entirely different mental illness. The signs need to be extraordinary and persistent for meet the criteria for this condition. Lee Woodgate/Getty Images For instance, people with BPD dont just experience mood changes. BPD is thought to affect about 1 percent of people in the United States. The 2007 National Comorbidity Survey Replication published inBiological Psychiatryoffers an estimate of how many people have BPD....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Theres no one-size-fits-all solution for coping with this pop in of dementia. We spoke with severalAlzheimers caregiverswho found ways to keep their relatives active and engaged. Heres what worked for them. Create opportunities for your loved one to participate in activities theyve always loved and can still do safely....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Fortunately, we live in a time when sharing your struggle withmental healthis more than OKits encouraged. My social media feed is peppered with influencers who share the daily ups and downs of depression. Thatll still earn you some side-eyed glances. Trichotillomania(aka, trich) is my personal struggle....

Someone you love and care about just received anAlzheimers diseasediagnosisnow what? The next steps can be emotional and overwhelming, especially if youre unfamiliar with whatcaring for someone with dementiainvolves. To provide them with the best possible support, youll need to be proactive, patient, and flexible. Jordan Moss Get familiar with how Alzheimers disease progresses. This is really step number one for a caregiver, Dr. Porter says. Again, theres a ton of variability in how Alzheimers unfolds....

Weall carry BRCA genes; the function of theBRCA1andBRCA2genes is to help act as tumor suppressors. I originally never intended to find this information out. At the time, the health report option didnt offer BRCA testing. Sara Altschule And after researching much more on my own, I opted in. At a time like that, I surely needed perspective. Working with a genetic counselor is highly recommended to help put your results into context, asSELF reported previously....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Makeup can be confusing when you have a face full of freckles. Peathegee Inc/Getty Images Should you cover them up with heavy layers of foundation if you want an even complexion? Or should you focus on concealing specific areas that need coverage? Or skip face makeup all together in lieu of lash-lengthening mascaras, brow-defining pencils, and bold lip colors?...