Daily Routines & Mood Tracking

Keeping a mood journal can help:

➤ Track mood patterns over time

➤Support Medication & treatment Adjustments

➤Increase self awareness

➤can help provide a sense of control

➤Can reduce emotional overwhelming & stress

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Click one of these faces to access the mood tracker I created via google sheets!

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You can also use these apps:

Daylio

Moodkit

or

⬅️Click here➡️

Coping with Mania:

Recognizing warning signs:

Having a support plan:

➤ decreased need for sleep

➤ increased energy

➤ rapid or pressured speech

➤ racing thoughts

➤ impulsivity

➤ inflated self-esteem

Should include a combination of:

➤ medication management therapy

➤ lifestyle adjustments

➤ A strong support system

Coping with Depression:

Recognizing warning signs:

Seeking support when needed:

➤ establishing regular routines for sleep, exercise, and nutrition

➤ stress management,

➤ prioritize social connection and mindful activities

➤ seeking support is crucial for managing symptoms and improving overall well-being

Healthy lifestyle Habits:

➤ Sleep Hygiene

- Avoid naps stick to regular sleep schedule (limit caffeine & nicotine use)

- Avoid screens prior to bed

➤ Exercise

- Aim for at least 30 minutes a day

- pick activities you enjoy

- P.S. (even 10 minutes of light exercise can help during low moods)

➤ Diet Tips

- stay hydrated

- Omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce depressive symptoms

- limit sugar and processed food

- Do NOT skip meals

Support from Loved Ones:

➤ How to talk to family and friends

- Educate them about bipolar disorder

- explain your warning signs

- create a support plan together

- set communication

preferences

- share what doesn’t help or

makes the feelings worse

Keep in mind this is for a school project and I am in no way a medical professional