Learn about the impulses and desires typical of hypersexuality. Explore the connection between hypersexuality and depression, how it serves as a coping mechanism, recognizing the signs, treatment options, and developing healthy coping strategies for recovery. Bipolar hypersexuality can occur during a manic episode Learn how hypersexuality can contribute to dramatic increases in libido and the potential consequences. Bipolar mania is often accompanied by hypersexuality, an increased sex drive that involves risky, reckless behavior This symptom of bipolar disorder can be managed when the condition is properly.
Hypersexuality, an excessive frequency of sexual thoughts or activity, is a common symptom of bipolar disorder.1, 2 individuals mainly experience bipolar hypersexuality during manic or hypomanic episodes, possibly as a coping mechanism when depressed or anxious.2 effectively managing this condition requires a combination of medication, therapy, and lifestyle adjustments. For individuals with bipolar disorder (bd) the mood shifts might to a particular degree affect their sexual function with possible hypersexual interest during manic episodes and low sexual interest during depressive episodes The diagnosis is often given in late adolescence, which may impact sexual identity and development.
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