Author Archives: JmaC

The Bottom Line of Diagnosis Dr. Phelps

The “bottom line” of diagnosis If your depressions are complicated; if you have mood swings, but not “mania”, you can still be “bipolar enough” to need a treatment that’s more like the treatments we use in more easily recognized Bipolar … Continue reading

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Life Changes

Whether we notice or not all things in life are connected in some way. We live with the intention and continue to learn. The door of our lives that we open today will decide the lives we live. As wee … Continue reading

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Crossing the BP Bridge

Crossing the BP Bridge At times the bridge is very narrow, with planks that are unstable, some even missing. I continue my journey holding on tight as the bridge narrows, and the planks are unsafe taking each step slowly making … Continue reading

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Passion

PASSION: I’ve always been a passionate person, luckily, for without that passion I would have no drive. I lost about every ounce of passion on the day I got DX (diagnosed), on January 15th, 15 years ago, as Bipolar I … Continue reading

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I believe

I believe that all that we do and whom we meet on our journey is placed on our road of life for a purpose. There are no accidents; we are all teachers! If you’re willing to pay attention to the … Continue reading

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Focusing On One’S Self

I must admit focusing on ones self is not an easy thing to do! I constantly am preaching to my son, about words we say, simple words, really do not, at any age, give that good intention, or impression that … Continue reading

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Bipolar Disorder Preventing Manic episodes

Bipolar Disorder: Preventing Manic Episodes Introduction: The more you know about bipolar disorder, the better you will be able to cope with this lifelong illness. There are many steps that you can take—or help a loved one take—to recognize and … Continue reading

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Medicaid information by Topic

Medicaid Information by Topic: Eligibility Medicaid and CHIP provide health coverage to nearly 60 million Americans, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities. In order to participate in Medicaid, Federal law requires States to cover certain population … Continue reading

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2014 FDA drug safety communications

2014 Drug Safety Communications FDA Drug Safety Communication: FDA reporting mental health drug ziprasidone (Geodon) associated with rare but potentially fatal skin reactions 12/11/2014 FDA Drug Safety Communication: FDA warns about case of rare brain infection PML with MS drug … Continue reading

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Service Dog’S for Bipolar Disorder

Service dogs for Bipolar Disorder: Updated March 09, 2015. Can those with psychiatric disorders such as bipolar disorder or depression benefit from interaction with animals? The answer is a resounding, “YES!” “There are an increasing number of dogs being trained … Continue reading

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