Triggers of Biopolar

It’s important to also be aware of the other side of bipolar transitions: the triggers that can provoke mood episodes. With professional guidance, an individual can get to know the range of their particular triggers. But some common triggering situations include:

  • A lack of adequate sleep

  • Sedentary habits

  • Stress from any number of responsibilities, events, or relationships

  • A lack of daily routine

  • A lack of regular self-care

  • Social isolation

  • The transitions of seasons

  • The use of substances

  • Specific thought patterns

  • Extreme sensory inputs, such as bright lights or powerful noises or crowds

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