People who suffer from bipolar disorder know from experience the "ups" and "downs"; the ups are periods of mania, and the lows are periods of depression. These swings can be severe, and can vary drastically from extreme energy to complete emptiness. However, with the proper treatment, symptoms of bipolar disorder can be controlled.
One of the most worrisome facts about bipolar disorder is that, for most people, it takes about 10 years from the onset of bipolar disorder until it’s correctly diagnosed. Meanwhile, they have a very difficult life.