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• Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder
  When mental health professionals use the term, "dual diagnosis," they are almost always referring to a person who has a mental illness and a substance abuse problem. Drug and alcohol abuse are far more common ...
• Building on the Strengths of a Bipolar Child
  Many brain disorders bring with them built-in limits. Bipolar disorders do not. Some would even argue that they may equip the affected person with certain strengths: a high energy level, strong verbal skills, sometimes an ...
• Bipolar and Starting College or Work
  The main goal of transition planning is the same for all students, regardless of their abilities or goals: preparation for the world of work. For most students, high school graduation marks a jumping-off point: some ...
• Alternative Treatments for Bipolar Disorder
  Many people have tried at least one form of alternative medical treatment for one ailment or another, such as saw palmetto extract for prostate problems or avoiding wheat products to ease the pain of celiac ...
• The Home Environment for the Bipolar Child
  Parents of bipolar children often change their home environment to make their child's life -- and the whole family's life -- easier. It's one of those things that moms and dads do without really thinking ...
• Structure for the Bipolar Child
  You can structure your family life and community support system in ways that provide the best possible environment for a child or adolescent with a bipolar disorder. Some of these structures may be very different ...
• Top 10 Signs of Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)
  Bipolar disorder, which is also known by its older name "manic depression," is a serious mental disorder that responds to treatment with both medication and psychotherapy. Not everyone who has bipolar disorder (manic depression) experiences ...
• Children and Psychiatric Medications
  Medications Prescribed for Childrenwith Depression, Anxiety, or ADHD One in ten of America's children has an emotional disturbance such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression or anxiety, that can cause unhappiness for the child and ...
• 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 ...
• 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 ...
• 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 ...
• 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 ...
• Coping with Work Issues and Bipolar Disorder
  Table of Contents Preparing for job applications and interviews Enforcement of nondiscrimination laws The Federal Rehabilitation Act Medical leave Help with getting a job Career choices Off-limits occupation...
• Herbs for Bipolar Disorder
  There are a number of herbal remedies you can try 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 ...
• Vitamins for Bipolar Disorder
  Vitamins have not been proven effective in the treatment of bipolar disorder. They can, however, help treat certain symptoms related to bipolar disorder and help in your overall health and well-being. Some vitamins have ...
• Minerals for Bipolar Disorder
  Minerals, along with vitamins, are naturally occurring substances that are basic building blocks for the chemical processes that keep our bodies running. Most of them are needed in relatively small amounts that are usually taken ...
• Nutritional Supplements for Bipolar Disorder
  Nutritional supplements are not drugs, nor do they need U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval. They are often marketed as having certain benefits, but since they aren't required to meet the rigorous requirements of a ...
• Children and Bipolar Disorder
  It is very rare for a child to be diagnosed with bipolar disorder as a preschooler. However, if your child falls into this category, or if she has another disabling condition that emerges in early ...
• Resources for Bipolar Disorder
  Advocacy and support groups Books and publications Web sites Related conditions and symptoms Special needs parenting Sibling issues Special education Healthcare and insurance General medical information...