It is a Monday morning and Pat is sitting on the side of the bed contemplating whether or not to face the world or the challenges of the day. This event may seems like nothing out of the ordinary for most people. In fact, we tend to have emotional highs and lows all the time. However, for Pat, these highs and lows are quite extreme; the effects of which have been devastating for him. It also represents the beginning of his daily battle with his own mental limitations. Pat suffers from the effects of a very common and underdiagnosed bipolar disorder. This disorder is a multifaceted psychological and physiological condition that manipulates his thoughts and actions in his daily life and affects those around him significantly.
The bipolar …show more content…
The movie did a good job at demonstrating the symptoms of bipolar disorders and the effects it has on everyone it comes in contact with. It also demonstrated the connection it has to genetics and family history. While the movie did offer a small comedic prospective it also emphasized the importance of medical intervention in managing the condition. According to Johns Hopkins Health Library, “approximately 5.7 million Americans suffer from bipolar disorder” (www.psychguides.com). However, it is estimated that 51% of people with this condition go untreated in any given year. Further, statistics suggest men are far less likely than women to seek help from mental health professionals. Most likely because of the stigma men think are associated with it.
To summarize, a bipolar disorder and manic depression is a very serious condition. If undiagnosed or untreated, it can be just like a bomb waiting to explode. The damage of which can be felt by all those around. Bipolar disorders can make it impossible to perform or keep a job, it can damage to personal relationships, and sufferers usually experience a loss of self-confidence and control. Movies such as the Silver Linings Playbook help reignite the conversation about the importance of mental health. It also demonstrates the importance of strong family support for those
The bipolar …show more content…
The movie did a good job at demonstrating the symptoms of bipolar disorders and the effects it has on everyone it comes in contact with. It also demonstrated the connection it has to genetics and family history. While the movie did offer a small comedic prospective it also emphasized the importance of medical intervention in managing the condition. According to Johns Hopkins Health Library, “approximately 5.7 million Americans suffer from bipolar disorder” (www.psychguides.com). However, it is estimated that 51% of people with this condition go untreated in any given year. Further, statistics suggest men are far less likely than women to seek help from mental health professionals. Most likely because of the stigma men think are associated with it.
To summarize, a bipolar disorder and manic depression is a very serious condition. If undiagnosed or untreated, it can be just like a bomb waiting to explode. The damage of which can be felt by all those around. Bipolar disorders can make it impossible to perform or keep a job, it can damage to personal relationships, and sufferers usually experience a loss of self-confidence and control. Movies such as the Silver Linings Playbook help reignite the conversation about the importance of mental health. It also demonstrates the importance of strong family support for those