Bipolar disorder
Third on the list of most common mental heath issues is Bipolar Disorder. The mortality rate among individuals with bipolar disorder is 2 to 3 times
greater than that of the general population, and includes higher rates of suicide. Approximately 2.5% of Canadians suffer from bipolar disorder, whereas up to 5% suffer from bipolar disorder. The illness affects both men and women equally and occurs more often in people with family members who have it. The average age of onset is between 17 and 21 years of age.
Bipolar disorder is a biological illness, so treatment is usually long term. The management of symptoms often requires a combination of medications plus psychological therapy to help people deal with the illness and live a full and meaningful life.
greater than that of the general population, and includes higher rates of suicide. Approximately 2.5% of Canadians suffer from bipolar disorder, whereas up to 5% suffer from bipolar disorder. The illness affects both men and women equally and occurs more often in people with family members who have it. The average age of onset is between 17 and 21 years of age.
Bipolar disorder is a biological illness, so treatment is usually long term. The management of symptoms often requires a combination of medications plus psychological therapy to help people deal with the illness and live a full and meaningful life.