Condition
Bipolar Disorder
Also known as: Bipolarity, Bipolar affective disorder.
Official WHO classification (ICD-11): 6A60Source
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition marked by alternating periods of elevated mood (mania or hypomania) and depressive periods, impacting sleep, energy, and daily decision-making.
Care usually combines a psychiatrist and a psychologist, focusing on mood stability, sleep routines, and adherence to the professional's therapeutic plan. Seek help in the event of intense mood swings, impulsive spending, a significantly reduced need for sleep, or thoughts of death.
Health professionals who treat it
Where to find care for bipolar disorder
- Curitiba - PR
- Recife - PE
- Belo Horizonte - MG
- Brasília - DF
- Feira De Santana - BA
- São Paulo - SP
- Aracaju - SE
- Aracruz - ES
- Assis - SP
- Brusque - SC
- Cascavel - PR
- Curitiba - PR
- Franca - SP
- Igarassu - PE
- Maceió - AL
- Maricá - RJ
- Mogi Das Cruzes - SP
- Nova Santa Rita - RS
- Orlândia - SP
- Passo Fundo - RS
- Pirassununga - SP
- Rosário Do Sul - RS
- Salvador - BA
- Santa Maria - RS
- São Gonçalo - RJ
- São Pedro Da Aldeia - RJ
- São Roque - SP
- Sumaré - SP
- Taboão Da Serra - SP
Frequently asked questions
What is bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition marked by alternating periods of elevated mood (mania or hypomania) and depressive periods, impacting sleep, energy, and daily decision-making.
Which health professional should you see for bipolar disorder?
On ListaMed, bipolar disorder is usually managed by psicólogos and médicos. The right choice depends on each person's condition and professional assessment.
When should you seek professional help?
Care usually combines a psychiatrist and a psychologist, focusing on mood stability, sleep routines, and adherence to the professional's therapeutic plan. Seek help in the event of intense mood swings, impulsive spending, a significantly reduced need for sleep, or thoughts of death.
Does Bipolar Disorder have other names?
It also appears as Bipolarity and Bipolar affective disorder. In the WHO International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), the code is 6A60.
Can I book an online consultation?
Yes. On ListaMed you can compare verified health professionals, see the available formats (online, in person or at home) and book directly with the professional you choose.