Mood Disorders in Children.

This is a broad topic with so many aspects that we cannot touch on it during this short missive.  You may be noticing radical mood swings in your kids because you are seeing more of them this summer.  This category includes all types of depression and even bipolar disorder.  It is sometimes called an “affective disorder”.

It must not be ignored as just a part of growing up!  First of all, there are chemicals in the brain that are responsible for positive moods.  Other chemicals in the brain, known as neurotransmitters, regulate the brain chemicals that affect mood.  The cause may be a chemical imbalance in your child’s brain.

Please seek help for the ones that you love.  Visit the website of Dr. Steven Sussman.  He is a New York and New Jersey children’s mood disorder professional.  His website is www.sussmankids.com.  It should not take very long to realize that Dr. Sussman could have the answers that you seek.  Arrange a visit at one of his offices by calling (908) 217-8106.

Recognizing the Manic Phase of Bipolar.

Your child seems like he or she is on top of the world.  Nothing but happy happy joy joy all the time.  It seems great on the surface.  Then it happens, your youngster suddenly has an extreme bout of rage or depression.  In people with bipolar disorder these types of sudden, dramatic mood swings are all too common and difficult if not impossible for mom and dad to predict.

Typical of these symptoms is hyperactivity.  “Bouncing off the walls” is how some would refer to it.  This may promote risky behavior in your child that could cause harm to them or others.  You probably also will notice uncontrollable and rapid speech patterns.  They jump from topic to topic almost breathlessly becoming increasingly incoherent.

Dealing with the manic phase of bipolar disorder is at best challenging.  Doctor Steven Sussman may have the answers that you seek.  He will assess your children’s specific manic behavior and recommend the proper treatment unique to each individual.  Dr. Sussman maintains offices in Union County, New Jersey and Staten Island, New York.  Make an appointment at one of his offices today by calling (908) 217 8106.

Bipolar Disorder in Children.

It is not as rare as you may think.  Over 5 million people in the United States suffer from bipolar disorder.  About 20% of those people have also been found to have borderline personality disorder.  When someone is diagnosed as bipolar it means they have a mental illness that can manifest itself with dramatic high and low mood swings.

Look for extreme elation in your child which may escalate out of control.  If your child may be bipolar 1 they could have a manic episode which might last a week or more and may even require hospitalization.  Bipolar II is much more common.  The symptoms are less severe and harder to diagnose.  Your youngster may even try to explain their feelings, but have great difficulty in doing so.

It may be time to call a professional in treating children who have been diagnosed as bipolar.  Doctor Steven Sussman may help you with your children’s possible bipolar disorder issues.  Dr. Sussman maintains offices in Union County, New Jersey and Staten Island, New York.  Make an appointment at one of his locations today to talk to you and your child by calling (908) 217 8106.

Treating Children with Bipolar Disorder.

Diagnosing bipolar disorder in a young child may be very challenging.  The symptoms are almost identical to ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).  Even healthy children may exhibit certain symptoms from time to time simply because of youthful exuberance.  Be very careful with certain medications which may even trigger mania in children.

Generally bipolar disorder manifests itself in teenagers and young adults.  This is a difficult diagnosis.  Some experts on the subject believe that it is over-diagnosed while many do not.  No one is absolutely certain how common it is.  One thing is for sure…DO NOT JUMP TO CONCLUSIONS!  Severe outbursts of temper do not necessarily indicate bipolar disorder.

Seek out the council of children’s bipolar disorder, Doctor Steven Sussman.  If your child behaves in such a manner as to indicate he or she may have this malady or one related to it do not trust the advice of a friend or the internet for answers.  Dr. Sussman has offices in Mountainside New Jersey and Staten Island NY.  With your child’s future at stake call him today at (908) 217 8106.