bipolar disorder

noun

, Psychiatry.

1. an affective disorder characterized by periods of mania alternating with periods of depression, usually interspersed with relatively long intervals of normal mood.

bipolar disorder

noun

1. a mental health problem characterized by an alternation between extreme euphoria and deep depression

bipolar disorder

1. Any of several mood disorders usually characterized by periods of depression that alternate with mania.

bipolar disorder

1. Also known as manic-depressive illness . This psychiatric disorder is marked by periods of euphoric (manic) highs often followed by periods of depression.

Example Sentences

Sawusch, diagnosed with bipolar disorder, had been experiencing severe episodes of mental illness that had led to his hospitalization and later his arrest.

From Los Angeles Times

But it was later found she had bipolar disorder and may have been experiencing a mental breakdown and trouble sleeping, according to detectives.

From Los Angeles Times

Gomez has long been public about her physical and mental health conditions, including her battle with lupus and her experiences with bipolar disorder, anxiety and depression.

From Los Angeles Times

Behind its glassy doors is something rare: A community run by people with serious mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder.

From Los Angeles Times

The rapper, now separated from celebrity Kim Kardashian, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder years ago and has publicly spoken about his challenges with his mental health.

From BBC