How To Deal With Bipolar Disorder Without Medication?
Psychotherapy and Lifestyle Changes
Psychotherapy is an important addition to medication. There are many approaches. Trained mental health professionals can:
- Educate patients about bipolar disorder and its treatments
- Teach patients to recognize and manage early warning symptoms of imminent manic or depressive episodes
- Help them comply with drug regimens
- Monitor the patient's on-going status
In addition, psychotherapy can help patients:
- Adjust to the reality of the illness and understand the negative...
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