Archive for February, 2007

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• Further Information about Bipolar Disorder
  Table of Contents: An Introduction to the Bipolar Series Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Frequently Asked Questions Further Information We recommend checking out further online ...
• Five Easy Steps to Better Communication
  Being able to express yourself clearly and being able to listen well can help you avoid a great deal of stress in your closest relationship. Unfortunately, we are more likely to communicate ineffectively with our ...
• Evolution and Psychology
  Could mental illnesses be caused by the mismatch between our present environment and the one for which we are adapted? Evolutionary psychologists argue that to understand the brain properly, we must understand the environment in which ...
• Depression Medications: Antidepressants
  Antidepressants are medicines used to help people who have depression. With the help of these depression medications, most people can achieve significant recovery from depression. Antidepressant drugs are not happy pills, and they are not a ...
• Self-Help Strategies for Bipolar Disorder
  There are a variety of methods you can use to help yourself with bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression). Individuals should take an active role in their own treatment and self-care because feeling ...
• An Introduction to Bipolar Disorder
  Table of Contents: An Introduction to the Bipolar Series Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Frequently Asked Questions Further Information Bipolar disorder, also known by its ...
• Who Gets Bipolar Disorder?
  Table of Contents: An Introduction to the Bipolar Series Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Frequently Asked Questions Further Information Bipolar disorder affects about 2 million people ...
• The Causes of Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)
  Table of Contents: An Introduction to the Bipolar Series Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Frequently Asked Questions Further Information The cause of bipolar disorder is not ...
• Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)
  Table of Contents: An Introduction to the Bipolar Series Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Frequently Asked Questions Further Information In everyday life, people have a variety ...
• Phases of Bipolar Disorder
  Table of Contents: An Introduction to the Bipolar Series Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Phases of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Frequently Asked Questions Further Information There are a ...
• Treatment of Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)
  Table of Contents: An Introduction to the Bipolar Series Who Gets Bipolar Disorder? Causes of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Frequently Asked Questions Further Information Although bipolar disorder is viewed as a ...
• Types of Depression
  The most commonly diagnosed form of depression is Major Depressive Disorder, which is characterized by a depressed mood for more than two weeks, among other symptoms. The depressed mood affects all facets of the person’s ...
• Teenage Depression
  Teenagers experience depression in a manner very similar to adults, but they may experience their emotions more intensely and with greater volatility. Feeling down about a relationship issue or an upcoming exam is normal. ...
• In-Depth: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  Cognitive behavioral therapy (also known by its abbreviation, CBT) is a short-term, goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that takes a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving. Its goal is to change patterns of thinking or behavior that ...
• What’s the Difference Between Bipolar Disorder and Depression?
  A common question asked of clinicians is, "What's the difference between bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression) and plain old depression? It's a simple question to answer, because depression can either be ...
• Hey, It’s 2007! Let’s Rate Doctors!
  Most people gain value from reading reviews about products and videos and such online. We read a review of a book on Amazon.com and believe we can trust most of the reviews to provide a ...
• Valentines Day: A Time to Celebrate Many Kinds of Love
  Valentine's Day. For those who are romancing, it is a day for declaring love and devotion and for showering one's beloved with sentimental gifts, candy, and cards. For those of us who are not in ...
• Changing Our Routines and Habits
  Humans are creatures of habit and routine. Just as it takes us 20 years or more to develop our adult personalities, we're also developing behaviors and habits that will stay with us for a lifetime. ...
• What Are You So Depressed About?
  It's the unthinking question millions of people ask each day to a friend, a significant other, a family member. The answer may be surprising because it doesn't make sense. When a person is suffering from ...
• Surviving Valentine’s Day and Beyond: Coping with Relationship Stress
  With Valentine's Day fast approaching, our thoughts turn to the often-tricky area of romantic relationships. Along with the hearts and flowers come the inevitable difficulties, even in the best-suited couples. So let's not ignore the ...
• Inhaled Anesthetics Bring Alzheimer’s Risk
  Experts recently have shed light on the link between general anesthetics and cognitive problems. Anesthetics have been thought to cause cognitive dysfunction for a long time — the link was first highlighted in the 1950s. But ...
• Diagnosis and Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease
  If you have poor circulation in your legs, it could be Peripheral Artery Disease, or P.A.D., and it's important to talk to your doctor about getting tested for P.A.D. as early as possible. Since many people ...
• What is Peripheral Artery Disease?
  Often described as poor circulation in the legs, Peripheral Artery Disease, or P.A.D., is a serious condition that more than doubles your risk of heart attack or stroke. 8 million people have P.A.D. People with ...
• What is Depression if not a Mental Illness?
  Sometimes you might hear a person talking about mental disorders like depression or bipolar disorder without really understanding what they mean. What is depression? What is bipolar disorder? Why do we refer to ...