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Herbs for Bipolar Disorder

There are many herbal remedies you should investigate for bipolar disorder (manic depression). Although the glossy, new veneer of today's supplements may make them look attractive, it's just as important to be a smart ... Read more... »

Vitamins for Bipolar Disorder

A varied, healthy diet is your best source of vitamins. Some researchers believe that people with bipolar disorders may metabolize certain vitamins differently, and therefore require either careful intake via food or supplementation. If you plan ... Read more... »

Minerals for Bipolar Disorder

Minerals are naturally occurring substances that are basic building blocks for cells and chemical processes in the body. Most of them are needed in relatively small amounts, amounts that are covered through the combination of ... Read more... »

Nutritional Supplements for Bipolar Disorder

If it's not an herb, vitamin, or mineral, you can simply call it a nutritional supplement. That means the manufacturer agrees not to market it as a drug, and the FDA agrees to consider it ... Read more... »

An Overview of Depression Treatment Options

Depression can be treated effectively with antidepressant medications and psychological therapies. Research suggests that antidepressant medications and psychotherapy are equally effective for treating mild to moderate cases of depression. For more severe cases, medications are ... Read more... »

Do People Inherit Schizophrenia?

One possible cause of schizophrenia may be heredity, or genetics. Researchers believe that some people may inherit a tendency to schizophrenia. In fact, the disorder tends to run in families, but only among blood relatives. People ... Read more... »

Frequently Asked Questions about Schizophrenia

What is schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a mental illness, but is sometimes incorrectly referred to as a "brain disease." It is officially classified by researchers as a mental disorder, not a medical disease, because there is no ... Read more... »

Treatment for ADHD

ADHD can take quite a toll. It's tough for the individual who must cope with daily frustrations. It's rough on family members whose lives are regularly disrupted by outbursts, temper tantrums or other misbehavior. It's normal ... Read more... »

What if Someone You Know Has ADHD?

If you realize you are having a hard time with your child who has ADHD because you have similar symptoms, consider seeking appropriate evaluation and possible treatment for yourself. Is your spouse with ADHD disorganized? Does ... Read more... »

Violence in Children and School Shootings

Q. What can parents tell their children if they are afraid to go to school after a school shooting? A. Parents should give their children an opportunity to voice their fears and concerns. Parents can open ... Read more... »

Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychodynamic therapy, also known as insight-oriented therapy, focuses on unconscious processes as they are manifested in a person's present behavior. The goals of psychodynamic therapy are a client's self-awareness and understanding of the influence of ... Read more... »

FAQs About Psychotherapy

Can an individual and therapist have a relationship outside of therapy? No. Therapy is a one-way street. The therapist knows a great deal about the patient but the patient does not know intimate details about the ... Read more... »

History of Psychotherapy

Treatment of emotional or psychological problems can be traced to antiquity. The ancient Greeks were the first to identify mental illness as a medical condition, rather than a sign of malevolent deities. While their understanding ... Read more... »

Treatment for Anorexia

Hospitalization: In cases where a patient is severely ill and has a relapse from baseline weight, or is below 15 percent of appropriate body weight; OR the patient has other medical problems, inpatient hospitalization may ... Read more... »

Treatment for Bulimia

Psychotherapy Psychotherapy can involve a significant time and financial commitment, but you are worth it! Particularly if you are struggling with other issues (e.g., sexual abuse, depression, substance use, relationship problems), psychotherapy can be very helpful ... Read more... »

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