Bipolar Disorder Treatment in Ann Arbor

Understanding and Managing Mood Disorders with Compassionate Care

What Is Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a chronic mental health condition characterized by dramatic shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. These fluctuations go beyond normal ups and downs and may affect your ability to function in daily life.

At Family Care Psychiatry, we provide compassionate, individualized care for children, adolescents, and adults living with bipolar disorder. Our goal is to help you understand your symptoms, regain balance, and thrive.

Types of Bipolar Disorder

There are several forms of bipolar disorder, each with unique patterns of mood episodes:

Bipolar I Disorder — Involves at least one manic episode, which may be severe enough to require hospitalization. Depressive or hypomanic episodes may also occur.
Bipolar II Disorder — Involves hypomanic episodes (less severe than mania) and major depressive episodes, but no full manic episodes.
Cyclothymic Disorder — Involves milder but chronic mood fluctuations over two years or more that don’t meet full criteria for mania or depression.
Other Specified and Unspecified Bipolar Disorders — For cases that don’t fit neatly into the above categories but still cause distress and dysfunction.

Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder

Manic Episode Symptoms:

Depressive Episode Symptoms:

Hypomania:

Causes and Risk Factors

The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown, but several factors may play a role:

How Bipolar Disorder Is Diagnosed

A diagnosis requires a thorough psychiatric evaluation and review of your medical, psychological, and family history. At Family Care Psychiatry, we follow standardized diagnostic criteria and collaborate with your primary care physician or therapist to ensure accuracy and continuity of care.

Personalized Treatment for Bipolar Disorder

We offer evidence-based, holistic, and patient-centered care to help you manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Medication Management

Our team emphasizes conservative, safe, and collaborative use of medications, adjusting based on your response and goals.

Psychotherapy

Lifestyle & Holistic Support

Support Systems Make a Difference

Living with bipolar disorder can feel isolating—but you don’t have to go through it alone. We work closely with your family members, support networks, and other providers to ensure a strong safety net around your care.

Why Choose Family Care Psychiatry?

Start Your Path Toward Stability

We understand that reaching out is the first—and often the hardest—step. Whether you’re seeking a diagnosis, treatment, or a second opinion, our compassionate team is ready to help you find clarity and hope.