US Medical Term · mental-health
Bipolar Disorder
Trastorno bipolar
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Bipolar Disorder |
| Spanish (Español) | Trastorno bipolar |
| Chinese (中文) | 雙極性情感障礙 |
| Korean (한국어) | 양극성 장애 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Rối loạn lưỡng cực |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Bipolar disorder |
| Portuguese (Português) | Transtorno bipolar |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | โรคไบโพลาร์ |
| Japanese (日本語) | 双極性障害 |
What it means
Bipolar disorder is a brain condition that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, concentration, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks. People with bipolar disorder experience episodes of mania or hypomania — periods of unusually high energy, reduced sleep, impulsivity, and elevated mood — as well as depressive episodes. These mood cycles vary in frequency and severity between individuals. Bipolar disorder is a lifelong condition but is very manageable with the right treatment plan, which typically includes mood-stabilizing medications, therapy, and consistent follow-up care. Early diagnosis and a strong support system significantly improve quality of life. Talk to a psychiatrist for an evaluation.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have bipolar disorder and I need help managing my mood stabilizer prescription.
Tengo trastorno bipolar y necesito ayuda para manejar la prescripción de mi estabilizador del estado de ánimo.
I am experiencing a depressive episode and my bipolar symptoms are getting worse.
Estoy experimentando un episodio depresivo y mis síntomas bipolares están empeorando.
Can you refer me to a psychiatrist who specializes in bipolar disorder?
¿Puede derivarme a un psiquiatra especializado en trastorno bipolar?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
F31 Bipolar disorderRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026