Jeannette Cooper, LCSW•Robert Margolis, LCSW• (516)932-3706
Long Island Psychotherapy
Centrally located in Plainview, NY, we offer psychotherapy and counseling services for anxiety, depression, loss, relationship/sexual difficulties, and family dysfunction for individuals, families, couples and groups.
What Are the Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder causes dramatic mood swings—from overly “high” and/or irritable to sad and hopeless, and then back again, often with periods of normal mood in between. Severe changes in energy and behavior go along with these changes in mood. The periods of highs and lows are called episodes of mania and depression.
Signs and symptoms of mania (or a manic episode) include:
* Increased energy, activity, and restlessness
* Excessively “high,” overly good, euphoric mood
* Extreme irritability
* Racing thoughts and talking very fast, jumping from one idea to another
* Distractibility, can’t concentrate well
* Little sleep needed
* Unrealistic beliefs in one’s abilities and powers
* Poor judgment
* Spending sprees
* A lasting period of behavior that is different from usual
* Increased sexual drive
* Abuse of drugs, particularly cocaine, alcohol, and sleeping medications
* Provocative, intrusive, or aggressive behavior
* Denial that anything is wrong
A manic episode is diagnosed if elevated mood occurs with three or more of the other symptoms most of the day, nearly every day, for 1 week or longer. If the mood is irritable, four additional symptoms must be present.
Signs and symptoms of depression (or a depressive episode) include:
* Lasting sad, anxious, or empty mood
* Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
* Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
* Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed, including sex
* Decreased energy, a feeling of fatigue or of being “slowed down”
* Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions
* Restlessness or irritability
* Sleeping too much, or can’t sleep
* Change in appetite and/or unintended weight loss or gain
* Chronic pain or other persistent bodily symptoms that are not caused by physical illness or injury
* Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts
WELLNESS SELF MANAGEMENT FOR DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY: Learn how to manage anxiety and depression by using readily available resources and self developed stratgies. Share experiences and strategies with other group members and plan 'Action Steps' that will enhance your ability to live a balnced and healthy lifestyle.
For information Call: (516)932-3706 or click here to e-mail us.
YOUNG ADULT GROUP: Come join our group for young adults. Ages 21 to 35. Now meeting weekly. The group covers topics ranging from complex relationships to love and sexuality. Group members learn about themselves as they learn about others.
For information Call: (516)932-3706 or click here to e-mail us.
TELL ME YOU LOVE ME:
This workshop for couples (New for 2008) will watch excerpts from the hit HBO series. "Tell Me You Love Me" and use the material to examine their own and others' relationships. Led by an experienced group leader, couples can benefit tremendously from the insight offered by this kind of group. For information Call: (516)932-3706 or click here to e-mail us.
