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How Do I Prepare My Child for Life With Bipolar Disorder?

For many parents, the difficulties associated with the diagnosis of bipolar disorder, and the challenges associated with its treatment can be consuming. Finding a doctor can be difficult, let alone finding a board certified child psychiatrist. Many take limited or no insurance, preferring to avoid the hassles of reimbursement, but putting the... Read moreChevron

Is Drug Treatment Enough?

What is the importance of psychotherapy in individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder?  Is drug treatment alone sufficient to treat this condition, or is some form of therapy necessary?For the majority of people with bipolar disorder, a combination of psychotherapy and medication results in better outcomes. Determining whether or not this... Read moreChevron

Did using street drugs give me bipolar disorder?

It is very common for people who have used street drugs to wonder if the drugs may have caused their symptoms.Street drugs can cause many symptoms that can be found in mental illnesses, such as hallucinations, feelings of unreality, paranoia, and both extremely high and low moods. Because of this, it can be difficult or impossible to accurately... Read moreChevron

What is the Likelihood that My Children Will Develop Bipolar Disorder?

Q: I have a couple of family members who were never diagnosed with bipolar disorder, but who definitely exhibited symptoms of the condition.  My husband has one family member who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder as well.  We’d like to start a family, but I’m afraid that our children might be at risk for developing the... Read moreChevron

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