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May 20, 2009
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Treating Bipolar Depression: Part I
By John McManamy , Health Expert...last year, the FDA approved Seroquel for treating bipolar depression. Currently, there are three... Read more »
To Lithium or Not to Lithium
By Ask the Expert Patient , Health Expert...writes: My doctor has said that the best way to treat my bipolar is with lithium but i am just... Read more »
Is Drug Treatment Enough?
By Dan Haupt, M.D. , Health Expert...importance of psychotherapy in individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder? Is drug treatment... Read more »
Is It Bipolar? Or Is It Something Else?
By John McManamy , Health ExpertYou may have noticed an "Ask" feature here at BipolarConnect. A recent sampling:"Do all bipolar... Read more »
Health Guide
Bipolar Depression: What is bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme changes in mood, thinking, and behavior. During a "manic phase," people with bipolar disorder experience feelings of euphoria, happiness, and... Read more »The Top 10 Myths About Bipolar Disorder
Like many mental illnesses, the commentary surrounding bipolar disorder is saturated with myths--it's hard to tell what's true and what's not. Below you'll find the real story, from our Expert... Read more »Bipolar Depression: What are the risk factors and causes of bipolar disorder?
Genetic or hereditary factors contribute to the risk of bipolar disorder. Studies have demonstrated that the prevalence of bipolar disorder is higher among the parents of bipolar patients. However,... Read more »ADHd and Bipolar Disorder
ADHD and Bipolar Disorder (previously Manic Depression) share many of the same characteristics, however, the underlying reasons for the behavior are usually different. While hyperactivity is a... Read more »Raising a Child with Bipolar Disorder: Kyle's Story
Raising a child with bipolar disorder presents significant challenges, from finding the right doctor and creating an effective treatment regimen to providing support. Expert Patient G.J. Gregory,... Read more »Images
Medications
...mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, manic phase of bipolar disorder, irritability associated... Read more »
...(schizophrenia or manic/mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder). It may be used... Read more »
...mental/mood disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, manic phase of bipolar disorder, schizoaffective... Read more »
...disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent... Read more »
...certain mental/mood disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It is given by... Read more »
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Breast Cancer Drug Beats Bipolar Disorder
November 09, 2007(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A drug more commonly associated with breast cancer treatment is holding out new promise for people suffering through the manic... Read summary »
Studies: Seroquel effective stand-alone treatment for bipolar disorder
September 10, 2008Researchers say new studies have demonstrated that Seroquel is an effective stand-alone maintenance treatment for people with bipolar disorder. In... Read summary »
Seroquel XR approved for bipolar disorder
February 23, 2009Drugmaker AstraZeneca has announced that its medication Seroquel XR may now be used for treatment of bipolar disorder. According to a company press... Read summary »
Antidepressants don't help bipolar depression, study finds
October 02, 2008Depressed people with bipolar disorder who take mood stabilizers are not helped by adding an antidepressant to their medication regimen, a new study... Read summary »
FDA approves Seroquel XR to treat bipolar disorder
October 16, 2008The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Seroquel XR for the treatment of bipolar disorder. The approval of this extended-release form of... Read summary »
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