…ensure his bipolar mental health condition remains stable,” says facility’s letter.
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness often characterized by drastic shifts in mood, activity, energy levels and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. The condition, which may be genetic, often begins before the age of 25 and can be treated with different medications like mood stabilizers.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition caused by a terrifying or traumatic event and is often characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety and/or uncontrollable thoughts about that event. PTSD can be treated with psychotherapy, behavioral therapy and/or medication.
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Both bipolar disorder and PTSD can lead to sleep deprivation in people afflicted with these disorders.
Brown has been through periods of hardship and made it through them in the past. He told Giant Magazine in 2007 that his stepfather used to beat his mom, which “terrified” him and made him want to kill his stepfather with a baseball bat.
Aggression like that shown from Chris can be put under control with therapy and self-care. Here’s to hoping he gets the help he needs to move on and live a longer, happier life.