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1. Treating The Symptoms Of Bipolar Disorders November 16, 2009 Bipolar disorder is a treatable brain disorder marked by extreme shifts in a person's mood and disposition. Periods of intense mania are followed by bouts of severe depression, often with periods of normalcy in between. While on either end of the spectrum, sufferers of bipolar disorder often find it difficult to concentrate and maintain functionality sufficient for leading a productive life. Those who experience severe episodes of depression and hypomania are classified as suffering from bipolar II disorder, which women are diagnosed with more often than men. It is estimated that over two mill... (read more) Author: Marvin Cervantes

2. Fish Oil Pills: Reduce Cholesterol and Triglycerides November 16, 2009 The Omega 3 complex nutrients in fish oil pills have gained wide acceptance by the health care industry. Certain supplements, for instance the essential fatty acids (EFA's) in fish oil, impart advantages that are hard to ignore. The nutrients in omega 3 fish oil pills have been shown to be supportive in the prevention of cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis, respiratory and neurological disorders including bipolar disorder and depression. The best fish oil is found in cold water varieties of fish, like salmon, arctic char, albacore tuna, atlantic mackerel, and anchovies. These ... (read more) Author: Richard Pagano

3. Understanding Bipolar II Disorder November 12, 2009 The most important organ in the human body is the brain, without it, the human body cannot function at all. The brain is like the microprocessor of a computer that is responsible for controlling everything. From your basic motor skills to making your body organs function to making decisions, everything is controlled by the brain. This is why it is important that you should also be aware of your mental health and not just your physical health. Today, there are now a lot of known facts about the different kinds of brain disorders that can affect the way you live your daily life. Some a... (read more) Author: Richie Lindsay

4. The Aftermath of Sexual Abuse November 12, 2009 Sexual abuse is a major crime with long - term consequences. Sexual assault can be defined as any type of sexual behavior or contact that occurs without the consent of the recipient of unwanted sexual activity. Sexual activities such as forced sexual intercourse, child molestation, incest and attempted rape define sexual assault. Globally, one out of three women is sexually abused in her lifetime. Going by the facts, 17.6 percent women in USA have been victims of attempted or completed rape. 3 percent of American men have experienced sexual assault.15% of sexual assault victims are under... (read more) Author: Steve Ballmer

5. Seroquel - to help in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, is available Online agai November 02, 2009 Seroquel belongs to a new chemical group - dibenzothiazepine derivatives. It is an antipsychotic drug used primarily in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is generically composed of Quetiapine Fumarate, which is a crystalline powder that is moderately soluble in water. Seroquel has to be swallowed with a glassful of water or with food as the doctor advises and comes in tablet formulations of 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg, 300mg and 400 mg. Like other antipsychotics, Quetiapine blocks the chemicals that nerves use to communicate with each other. Dopamine type 2 and Seroton... (read more) Author: noble drugstore

6. seroquel - To bring you relief from dysfunction caused by schizophrenia, catatonia, Paranoia and Bi November 01, 2009 seroquel 100mg is an atypical antipsychotic medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, hallucinations, delusions, catatonia and paranoia. It has some antidepressant effects. It is also used in treating acute manic episodes of bipolar disorder, which may be presented with without psychotic features. The 100mg tablets contain yellow ferric oxide. The drug can be used alone or in combination with some other drug to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder Seroquel, which contains qetiapine, is an atypical antipsychotic drug used to treat schizophrenia, cata... (read more) Author: noble drugstore

7. What is interpersonal therapy? November 01, 2009 Interpersonal therapy was initially developed to treat adult depression. It has since been applied to the treatment of depression in adolescents, the elderly, and people with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection. There is an IPT conjoint (couple) therapy for people whose marital disputes contribute to depressive episodes. IPT has also been modified for the treatment of a number of disorders, including substance abuse; bulimia and anorexia nervosa ; bipolar disorder ; and dysthymia. Research is underway to determine the efficacy of IPT in the treatment of patients with panic disord... (read more) Author: Becky G

8. Highs And Lows Of Borderline Personality Disorder October 22, 2009 The extremes of Borderline Personality Disorder can cause havoc on the person suffering from the personality disorder and those trying to help the person. The fluctuation between high and low can be seen as a form of manipulation but in actuality the person suffering from BPD is trying to protect their false self image. The sudden switches also tend to cause confusion of the diagnosis between BPD and Bipolar disorder. Both disorders do have their high and low periods but the main difference is time where someone with Borderline may experience several mood switched though out a single day so... (read more) Author: Terry Connor

9. Does This Well Known Drug Really Help Stop Migraines? October 21, 2009 Topamax is a drug originally designed for use with epileptic patients. It’s now become the drug of choice for prescription to migraine sufferers. Other conditions this drug is being used for include: bipolar disorder, obesity, alcoholism, post-traumatic stress disorder, bulimia nervosa, obsessive compulsive disorder among other conditions that it is being investigated for. It is designed to be taken continuously in order to prevent migraine attacks from occurring. To its credit it has helped in preventing migraines and for many people who suffer with very frequent migraine attacks as they had ... (read more) Author: Patrick Ogunnaike

10. Lamictal and Bipolar Disorder October 19, 2009 Lamictal is the trade name for the medication lamotrigine. Lamictal is an anti-convulsant medication.As an anti-convulsant, lamictal may be taken to control seizures in patients with epilepsy. Lamictal is also used to treat extreme mood swings in patients with bipolar disorder; for this purpose, lamictal may be used in patients over the age of 18.This prescription medication my be used by its self but can be used with other medications for controlling differant disorders. Dosage will vary depending on a lot of factors including but not limited to: It is very important for patients to tell th... (read more) Author: Kerry Ware

11. Next To Normal Broadway Shows And Twitter October 08, 2009 With Broadway shows mirroring contemporary life to a greater extent than ever before, it comes as no surprise that the new musical Next to Normal recently made its debut on Twitter. Directed by Michael Grief who also has the hit musical Rent to his credit, Next to Normal tells the story of a dysfunctional family where the mother suffers from bipolar disorder. She has struggled with the disease for the better part of sixteen years, and the family has largely managed to adapt to the situation. Both the mother played by Alice Ripley and J. Robert Spencer who plays the father, work hard to keep th... (read more) Author: reed tieri

12. The Integrated Approach of Eating Disorder Treatment Center October 08, 2009 Eating disorder is such a complex problem that appears with many other serious problems like anxiety disorders, drug/alcohol addiction and some other psychiatric problems including bipolar disorder. Therefore, almost every eating disorder treatment center has the facility to diagnose all problems associated with eating disorder and provide proper medical remedy. The eating disorder treatment center has the programs to assist the persons who are suffering from eating disorder and re-establishes their normal lives. It provides a supportive and cooperative environment along with necessary c... (read more) Author: Steve Ballmer

13. Understanding Manic Depression September 18, 2009 Manic depression is a form of psychological disorder that is normally know as bipolar disorder. This can be recognized by the individual's dramatic mood swings which have the ability to change at anytime and for any reason. It can impact the individual's temper and their energy and how they go about their ordinary lives. This distinct kind of depression is able to bear upon both men and women and can manifest itself at any age. However, it more normally starts when the person is a teen or young adult. Numerous health experts believe that this development can be transmitted along through t... (read more) Author: Naomi West

14. Women's treatment requires a special effort September 11, 2009 Women’s treatment in the present times requires a special effort as well as attention. For a long time women have not been given their due in the society as well as at the work place. Women’s treatment also has not received the kind of attention that they should have for a long time now. It is now purely in the larger interest of the society and the world that women’s treatment receive the kind of attention that is just. The society that we live in at the moment now realizes it and thus there are many specialized treatment centers that try to help the women in getting addiction treatment, eati... (read more) Author: Steve Ballmer

15. Could B-12 Curb the Bipolar 'epidemic' ? September 11, 2009 While this research is still underway, we do know that the number of people, young and old, being diagnosed with bipolar disorder (it used to be called manic-depression) continues to climb. Mental health experts estimate that some 5.7 million adults are affected by the highs and lows of this very serious problem. The trend is especially disturbing when you look at what's happening with children under 18. A research paper published in a psychiatric journal recently reported this shocking statistic: The number of youths diagnosed with bipolar disorder is 40 times higher than it was... (read more) Author: Wellness Crusader

16. Bipolar Disorder - Causes and Symptoms You Should Know August 27, 2009 Research has shown that an abnormality in brain biochemistry causes bipolar disorder. However, the reason why these abnormalities occur is still a mystery and this requires involving brain scanning and other techniques. There is estimated to be at least 100 chemicals in the human brain. These chemicals carry messages or signals between the brain cells or neurons. Some of these neurotransmitters have a strong link to mood disorders. So if there is an abnormality, chances are the person could be suffering from bipolar disorder or something similar. Just to prove a point, the cause of... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

17. Bipolar Disorder - What is the Biochemistry of the Disorder? August 27, 2009 Research has shown that an abnormality in brain biochemistry causes bipolar disorder. However, the reason why these abnormalities occur is still a mystery and this requires involving brain scanning and other techniques. There is estimated to be at least 100 chemicals in the human brain. These chemicals carry messages or signals between the brain cells or neurons. Some of these neurotransmitters have a strong link to mood disorders. So if there is an abnormality, chances are the person could be suffering from bipolar disorder or something similar. Just to prove a point, the cause of... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

18. Effective Technique to Manage Bipolar Disorder - 3 Types of Psychotherapy August 27, 2009 Drugs are not the only means to manage bipolar disorder. Another effective technique is psychotherapy also known as "talk therapy." Here, you will be able to communicate how you feel and what causes these triggers to occur. There are three types of psychotherapy. These are namely psycho education, cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal and social rhythms therapy. This is done in a variety of settings. You can talk to the doctor; talk with fellow bipolar disorder sufferers or together with your family members. Aside from your doctor, you can also consult a clinical psycholog... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

19. Bipolar Disorder - How to Overcome Negative Thoughts and Social Factors From Past Generations August 27, 2009 Again, studies have shown that more people who suffer from bipolar disorder are genetic in origin. This means that someone in the family experienced this before and this can happen again in future generations. Despite that, some doctors believe that there are social factors as well as negative thoughts that cause these to happen. If this is the case, can it be overcome? The answer to this question is yes. This is because regardless if the person got this genetically or from somewhere else, the trigger is always something external. This means a person can experience an episode due to stres... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

20. Common Triggers For Bipolar Disorder August 27, 2009 One trigger which are commonly faced by patients is stress. Even if you don't have bipolar disorder, you should know by experience that pressure makes it almost impossible to think or do the right thing. If you think you can't handle it and you feel an episode coming, you should get up and go somewhere where you can relax. You can even do some deep breathing exercises or play some relaxation recordings. Those who have time can release that tension by engaging in physical exercise. This next trigger is the decision of the one suffering from bipolar disorder. Knowing that he or she h... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

21. Causes of Bipolar Disorder - Tackle the Illness From the Root Cause August 27, 2009 What causes bipolar disorder? This question is hard to answer given that doctors have not done that much research yet on this subject. We already discussed that they have reason to believe the illness is genetic since it is common among previous patients that have had one member of the family suffer from it in the past. However, some believe that there is a chemical imbalance in the brain. There could be too much or too low levels of norepinephrine that is the cause of cause bipolar disorder. When these are too high, the person will suffer from mania episodes and when these are too low, ... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

22. What Triggers Bipolar Disorder to Occur August 27, 2009 There is no known cure yet for bipolar disorder. The episodes that people experience come and go but is it possible to prevent them from happening? We've discussed some of these possibilities, yet we can't emphasize the importance of identifying the triggers. In some cases, it is possible. But first, you have to find out what triggers these episodes to occur. What sets off an episode? There are a lot of things and it just proves that bipolar disorder is not caused by just genetics. These external factors are better known as triggers and once they are set off, the patient will suffer... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

23. What You Need to Do If You Have Bipolar Disorder August 27, 2009 Life changing events will happen. You cannot control if someone close to you dies or the company decides to lay you off if the business is not doing that well. You just have to remember that the end of something is the beginning of another. You just have to face that fact and then look forward to the future. Drugs and alcohol are things that people choose to do. If they know they have bipolar disorder, they should simply reduce the intake and eventually stop taking them. It will be hard because those who smoke and take drugs will experience withdrawal symptoms. If they can't do it themse... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

24. Medical Treatment to Help You Deal With Bipolar Disorder August 26, 2009 If tests have shown that you do have bipolar disorder, your doctor will administer medical treatment to help you deal with this illness. One of the most frequent drugs used to treat bipolar disorder is lithium. This is because it evens out mood swings in both directions. Also, it serves as maintenance treatment in patients which is why it is used for weeks or even months until the mood is balanced. In most cases, antipsychotic medications are used in the first few days of treatment until lithium is able to take effect. In fact, some of the newer antipsychotic drugs are being used f... (read more) Author: Alicia McWilliams

25. Bipolar Support - the recovery key from bipolar disorder August 26, 2009 The condition in which people experience abnormally high manic or hypomania states that disturbs with normal functioning is known as bipolar disorder. It refers to the cycling of high and low poles (episodes). Besides medicines and therapy, the condition can be treated with bipolar support. Bipolar disorder is equally prevalent in men and women of any cultures and ethnic groups. One out of every forty- five adults in America is facing the chemical imbalance in the brain that is approximately five million Americans are afflicted by the condition. Though bipolar disorder is a recurrent... (read more) Author: john bradoo

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