One parent wants to know if her child's mood swings and aggression could be caused by ADHD medication. In this article from CNN, psychiatrist Dr. Charles Raison responds with information on some of the more common side effects of stimulant meds. He also explains what considerations parents should take if they are trying to determine if the side effects of ADHD meds are worth the benefits.
This post is for the women living with MS and the caregivers who live with the women living with MS. (are you with me so far?) Today,... Read more »
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Last week I wrote a post - Mood Swings, Medication, and Multiple Sclerosis - in which I shared a slice of my mental health reality. For... Read more »
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by Leslie Pepper Roller coasters may have been fun to ride as a kid, but the thrill is gone when it's your mood going up and down. Experts aren't... Read more »
A woman whose spouse and children say she is "moody" and may have bipolar disorder asks experts if she has this condition and should seek treatment... Read more »
Spanish researchers say the changing moods many mothers experience after giving birth have no influence on the course or prognosis of bipolar... Read more »
Time may heal some of the symptoms associated with menopause, including mood swings and headaches. Researchers followed 404, 35- to 47-year-old women... Read more »