Red Flags IV - Symptoms of Bipolar Children
A list of the common symptoms of manic depressive children as presented in 'The Bipolar Child' by Demitri Papolos, MD and Janice Papolos. Jean-Claude Van Damme - Actor
Martial arts actor Jean-Claude Van Damme's bipolar disorder led him into cocaine addiction and charges of spousal abuse. Thorazine / Chlorpromazine Side Effects
Side effects of the prescription medication Thorazine - generic name Chlorpromazine - which is an antipsychotic drug that may be prescribed for the treatment of bipolar disorder as well as schizophrenia and other disorders involving psychotic symptoms. Basic Level Information - What Is Bipolar Disorder ?
On this page we link to the few articles on the About Bipolar Disorder website that give the most basic answers about and definitions of the mental illness bipolar disorder - also known as manic depression. Forms of Bipolar Disorder - Rapid Cycling
In bipolar disorder the term rapid cycling has several definitions depending on just how rapidly the cycles alternate. Cyclothymia
Here is a brief but comprehensive definition of Cylothymic Disorder, also known as Cyclothymia, a milder form of Bipolar Disorder. Bipolar II Disorder
We offer a concise definition of Bipolar II disorder and how it differs from Bipolar I disorder. Bipolar I Disorder
Here is a brief but easy to understand definition of Bipolar I Disorder - the most severe kind of manic depression. Hallucinations
We hear jokes about hallucinations, but do you know what they really are? People with Bipolar I disorder as well as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder experience various kinds of hallucinations. Learn more here. Catatonia
Here is a brief but comprehensive definition of Catatonia and catatonic features - which may be present in bipolar disorder - schizoaffective disorder - or schizophrenia. Paranoia
Here is a brief but comprehensive definition of paranoia - which may be present in bipolar disorder or schizophrenia as well as several other mental illnesses. Bipolar and Bisexual - Living with Labels
The only difference between a heterosexual person with bipolar disorder and a bisexual with the same mental illness is that the bisexual lives with an additional label - and the additional difficulties and stigma attached to that label. What Is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy?
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a method of treatment that was devised by Marsha Linehan, faculty at the University of Washington in Seattle, for the treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD). Because of its success and due to similar behavior patterns, DBT is now being used in many settings as a viable therapy for the treatment of bipolar disorder. Personal Markers of Bipolar Disorder
The examples of markers provided in the DSM-IV for any one of the BP disorders are laughable in that they are too broad and unrepresentative of real life for most people who have the disorder. If we were to rewrite the DSM-IV to show clearly how the disorder presents itself in all its glory, what would we include? Marcia's South Beach Diary - Week 2
My first week restarting Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet was characterized by many battles with bad eating habits. I'm hoping to do better this week. Kim's South Beach Diary - Week 1
My weight is out of control and I have been diagnosed with Type II diabetes. My cholesterol went through the roof as well. The South Beach Diet is my choice to help me lose weight and lower my blood sugar and cholesterol. Bipolar Disorder and Work - Ugh!
Sonya describes the importance to her of having a job - or two jobs - and how her bipolar disorder affects working and vice versa. Marcia's South Beach Diet Diary - Week 1
Over the years I have gained a great deal of weight due to medications for depression and bipolar disorder. I tried the South Beach Diet this summer, but surgery last month threw me off. Now I am starting over again with Phase 1. Bipolar Disorder and the South Beach Diet - Why?
I was asked what difference the South Beach Diet makes in bipolar disorder. The answer has to do more with medication side effects than with mood - especially the weight gain side effects of mood stabilizers and antidepressants. Regaining Perspective
Suggestions for coping and keeping things in perspective for patients who live with bipolar disorder and their families. Preparing for Emergencies
The American Red Cross points out that, “How well you prepare and how much you practice before a disaster occurs will determine how successfully you deal with and recover from disasters.” Following is a list of things to consider in preparing an emergency plan for those who have bipolar disorder (as well as other psychiatric disorders and medical disabilities). A Kindergarten Teacher's Story
After being hospitalized and diagnosed with bipolar disorder, this Kindergarten teacher told her boss about her condition. Now she is not sure if this was a wise decision, but she faces the future with determination. Here is her story. Stability Verses Creativity
Bipolar disorder and creativity very much go hand-in-hand. Review any list of successful artists you will find countless examples of the juxtaposition of creative minds and bipolar disorder. Unfortunately, many individuals feel that their creativity is lessened or even negated by medications and stability. However, this is not necessarily true. Get Over It!
Faced with a depressed and anxious employee whose behavior had changed dramatically, the best this supervisor could come up with was GET OVER IT. | 