Question lisac writes: Can someone help me to figure out what kind of job a person can do that does not require continual multitasking? I am a nurse and have been for about 7 years. Last year I was diagnosed with bipolar. I had had anxiety issues for about 10 years prior to this diagnosis. Now it seems that everytime I get a job with in... Read more
Question Flighty Asks: I am newly diagnosed and was put on Lamictal starting at 25 mg and titrating up actually at 50 starting today. I also take effexor XR since I was originally diagnosed with depression and anxiety. My questions are how long until I feel the effects and does any one have expereince with this medication. So... Read more
Question Cindy writes: I am concerned that my daughter, aged 20, is bi-polar. She has been treated for depression, but will not take her medication. She has been cutting herself for about three years now. Her moods change from high to low rapidly, she cares nothing about her surroundings, can't hold down a job for longer than a few... Read more
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Question Sassyblonde writes: I was diagnosed with mania several years ago and went through a trail of medications until the doctors found one that suited me, Symbyax. I recently found out I was pregnant and was told I could not take my medications anymore and the psychiatrist diagnosed with Bipolar disorder at the same time. I am engaged... Read more
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