@liliana12345: I appreciate your comments. Certainly agree, as with such a mental health condition - be it bipolar 1 or 2, or any other such issue - as it does help both those affected, their friends, families and work colleagues to be familiar with the range of symptomatology that may accompany each.

From a professional standpoint, I am familiar with Caplyta being prescribed to treat bipolar 1 and 2, as it has been demonstrated to be helpful in working to alleviate depression and stabilize mood. As with all psychotropic or psychoactive medications (those used to treat mental health conditions that alter brain chemistry) it is important to note that they may work differently for different individuals. Some medications may be trialed to see if they are effective and/or used in combination with other medications. Some medication(s) that are found to be effective initially may eventually require tapering to switch to another medication that may be more effective. As with all medication, it is important not to abruptly cease taking them as this can cause significant side effects but to do so under the guidance of a qualified medical professional.

There have been studies that have demonstrated that yoga can be a very useful adjunctive treatment for behavioral disorders, as can sleep patterns and sound nutritional habits.

Have you or anyone you know incorporated such practices and have they been found to be helpful?