This intense cycle can overshadow practically everything else in your life. More than just occasional mood changes, bipolar disorder can take hold of your life, leaving you feeling helpless and out of control.
It’s a complex condition, a brain disease that affects both the structure and function of your brain. Much like a powerful river that carves a deep valley over time, bipolar disorder forms its own path in your life, influencing your choices, affecting your relationships, and leaving a trail of damage.
The most common conventional treatments are rehabilitation programs, counseling, and medications. While these methods have helped many, they have significant limitations.
For some, the journey towards stability is marked by a seemingly endless cycle of progress and setbacks. Medications may work for a while, but then old triggers or stressful situations lead to relapse. And the cycle starts again.
For others, side effects of medications are too much, causing individuals to abandon treatment. Or the stigma associated with seeking help for bipolar disorder can be a barrier to even starting treatment.
Conventional approaches often focus on managing the symptoms of bipolar disorder rather than addressing the underlying causes. They might help to control the mood swings or teach coping mechanisms, but they often fall short of breaking the cycle of bipolar disorder.
This is why ketamine therapy can be such a powerful breakthrough.
