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posted 04/09/2008, comments (6)

Just Diagnosed - What Now?

Shannon writes:“I feel so frustrated today. No one seems to want to answer my question; is this bipolar, or is the family history of bipolar giving me this diagnosis. It is prevalent in my family, but it's been very hard for me to accept that I have it.“I've been bipolar (no, diagnosed with bipolar) for three weeks today. I've already... Read more Chevron

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Craig Stoltz

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posted 08/27/2007, comments (0)

Detecting Bipolar Episode Early Key to Control

A news report out of Australia provides intriguing evidence that early detection of a bipolar episode can have a powerful impact on disease control. Let's look. Bottom line first Patients taught to identify the earliest signs of a bipolar episode--lack of sleep being the most significant warning of a manic episodes--can reduce the... Read more Chevron

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Lynne Taetzsch

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posted 05/24/2007, comments (2)

Goodbye for Now

This will be my last sharepost as an expert patient for BipolarConnect.com. I am a full-time abstract artist, and lately it has been hard to keep up with everything. In June I’m going to be in shows at The Hopper House Art Center in Nyack, New York, and Monkdogz Urban Art in New York City. Plus I’ve been getting a lot of... Read more Chevron

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Dan Haupt, M.D.

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posted 05/21/2007, comments (6)

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 more Chevron

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