Weight Loss Online Support for Bipolars
So many people with bipolar disorder gain weight from their medications that we are banding together to work at losing weight in our Coping and Communications Forum. St. John's Wort and BP - Unsafe
Although the popular herbal supplement St. John's Wort appears to be fairly safe and effective in the treatment of mild depression, there is a growing body of evidence that many people - including those with bipolar disorder - should not take it. The "Kindling" Model in Bipolar Disorder
Can lack of treatment for bipolar disorder cause rapid cycling? Can stress lead a person at risk for manic depression into spontaneous mania or depression? The theory of kindling says yes. Self-Medicating: When the Cure IS the Disease
The tendency for those with bipolar disorder to use street drugs and alcohol as a form of self-medication is a very real issue. Wounded
As many as 1% of the population, most of them young and female, may be afflicted with the need to injure themselves. Who are these people, and why are they doing self-harm by cutting, burning or otherwise hurting themselves? Joseph Palczynski
Joseph Palczynski, a man with bipolar disorder, has yet again propelled violence, severe mental illness and the issue of mandated treatment into the spotlight. Oprah: "Explosive Children"
A commentary on Oprah Winfrey's special show in February 2000 about Explosive Children - with bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, and oppositional defiant disorder or ODD. Mood Disorders and Sleep
How you sleep has a great deal to do with depression and mania. Do you have a sleep disorder with your mood disorder? Criminal - Or Victim of Bipolar Disorder?
A look at convicted child molester Mary Kay Letourneau in terms of her bipolar disorder. Psychiatric Hospitalization
Questions and comments by members of our Bipolar Disorder Forum about their personal experiences with being hospitalized in a Psychiatric institution. From our Speaking from Experience series. Social Security Disability and Bipolar Disorder
From the About Bipolar Disorder Speaking from Experience series, information from community members on obtaining disability benefits for manic depression, including applying, filling out forms, and more. Social Security Disability and Bipolar Disorder
From the About Bipolar Disorder Speaking from Experience series, success stories and other encouragement from people who have obtained disability benefits because of bipolar disorder. Social Security Disability and Bipolar Disorder
From the About Bipolar Disorder Speaking from Experience series, answers to questions about diagnosis, ADD/ADHD plus BP, age of onset, and limited documentation, when you are applying for disability for BP. Social Security Disability and Bipolar Disorder
From the About Bipolar Disorder Speaking from Experience series, information on the application process for social security disability. Social Security Disability and Bipolar Disorder
From the About Bipolar Disorder Speaking from Experience series, answers to the question - Can I get Social Security Disability for my Bipolar Disorder? Speaking from Experience: Lithium
Members of the About Bipolar Disorder Forum Community share their experiences with the medication Lithium, which is used as a mood stabilizer in treating manic-depressive illness. Speaking from Experience: Lithium
Members of the About Bipolar Disorder Forum Community share their experiences with weight gain while taking the medication Lithium, which is used as a mood stabilizer in treating manic-depressive illness. Speaking from Experience: Lithium
Bipolar patients talk about specific side effects of Lithium, which is used as a mood stabilizer in treating manic-depressive illness, including thyroid problems, hair loss, memory loss, swelling and diarrhea. Speaking from Experience: Lithium
Members of the About Bipolar Disorder Forum Community talk about their dosages of the medication Lithium, which is used as a mood stabilizer in treating manic-depressive illness. Speaking From Experience: Lithium
Members of the About Bipolar Disorder Forum Community share their experiences with the medication Lithium, which is used as a mood stabilizer in treating manic-depressive illness.
About Effexor -Venlafaxine
Personal experiences with the antidepressant Effexor - generic Venlafaxine - written by members of the About Bipolar Disorder Forum Community. From our Speaking from Experience series. About Topamax - Topiramate
Members of the About Bipolar Disorder Forum Community share their experiences with the medication Topamax - generic Topiramate - an anticonvulsant used as a mood stabilizer in the treatment of manic-depressive illness About Omega-3 in Bipolar Disorder
Insights and experience from members of the About Bipolar Disorder Community about their personal experiences with using Omega-3 as a treatment. From our Speaking From Experience series. The Treatment of Bipolar Disorder – Medications for Mania
The primary method of treatment for bipolar disorder is pharmacological intervention - medications. The prescriptions for treatment are usually specific to mania or depression. Outlined here, are the general classes and some specific examples of drugs used in the management of symptoms for mania. Speaking from Experience: Lamictal
Members of the About Bipolar Disorder Forum share their experiences with the medication Lamictal / Lamotrigine - an anticonvulsant drug used as a mood stabilizer in treating manic-depressive illness. | 