Bipolar Disorder
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Dark Therapy for Bipolar Disorder
Circadian rhythms may play an important role in sufferers of rapid-cycling bipolar disorder - could darkness be the answer in tackling manic episodes? more...
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Manic Depression and Your Teen
By: Catherine Owen
Manic depression or Bipolar disorder is often not effectively diagnosed in teens. Learn about their unique symptoms and how to treat this common mental illness. more...
Lithium is a popular prescription drug used to treat symptoms of Bipolar Disorder, but levels must be monitored closely to prevent toxicity or poisoning. more...
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Tami Port
Bipolar disorder is a psychological illness in which regulation of mood is impaired. This collection of articles covers the highs, lows and medications that moderate. more...
Symptoms of Bipolar Depression
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Tami Port
Most people who have bipolar disorder suffer both with episodes of mania and episodes of depression. Here are some of the symptoms of bipolar depression. more...
Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Mania
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Tami Port
Mania isn't the same as being in a really great mood. This abnormally elevated emotional state can include racing thoughts, pressured speech, and extreme irritability. more...
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Tami Port
Destructive and extreme emotional changes? Mood swings that seem bipolar, or of two opposite extremes? Here are some of the clinical symptoms of this mood disorder. more...
Antidepressants & Bipolar Disorder
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Tami Port
A new study suggests that, for those with Bipolar Disorder, antidepressants may not be a useful addition to the mood stabilizing drug regimen. more...
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