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What Is Rapid Cycling Bipolar Disorder?

provided by http://www.mentalhealthsupportcommuntiy.com free life time membership witha full discussion board Chat Lounge RoomS and etc…. Bipolar disorder is characterized by dramatic shifts in mood, but when you cycle through episodes over the course of week — or even a … Continue reading

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5 Foods to Avoid If You Have Bipolar Disorder

priovided by http://www.mentalhealthsupportcommunity.com fee life time membership with full discussion board chat room lounges, and etc weekly timely news letters…. From fatty snacks to morning cups of joe, these foods may trigger mood swings in people with bipolar disorder. Can … Continue reading

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Successfully Living With Bipolar Disorder

provided by http://www.mentalhealthsupportcommuntiy.com free life time membership witha full discussion board Chat Lounge RoomS and etc…. Diagnosed nearly two decades ago, Victoria Maxwell shares what she’s learned about living with bipolar disorder. Living with bipolar disorder is an ongoing life … Continue reading

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Key Triggers That Can Help Eliminate Depression

When people think of treating depression, it’s often thought that the best treatment comes in a bottle. But that’s not necessarily true, and some of the key triggers that can help eliminate depression are simple life changes. To begin with, … Continue reading

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What Are Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders?

Obsessive-compulsive disorders are a group of psychiatric disorders characterized by some combination of repetitive thoughts, distressing emotions, and compulsive behaviors. The specific types of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors vary according to each disorder within this group. The idea of a … Continue reading

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Social Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder

People with bipolar disorder often experience social anxiety. Learn why this can be a dangerous combination and how it changes your treatment. Bipolar disorder, which is sometimes called manic-depressive illness, causes severe mood swings that can make daily functioning difficult. … Continue reading

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Does Mel Gibson Really Have Bipolar Disorder? By Jennifer Acosta Scott | Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH

Angry calls by actor Mel Gibson to his ex-girlfriend made headlines when excerpts were made public. They also opened up a dialogue about bipolar disorder. In summer 2010, the actor Mel Gibson was front-page news, and not because of a … Continue reading

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When Lithium Causes Acne

The bipolar disorder treatment lithium can cause acne. Find out why, and get tips to manage your complexion. The medication lithium is a commonly prescribed bipolar disorder treatment, but you may not be prepared for the negative effects it can … Continue reading

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How Bipolar Disorder Can Lead to Clutter

The highs and lows of bipolar disorder can often be accompanied by clutter and, in extreme cases, hoarding.   For some people living with bipolar disorder, keeping order around their house may be a struggle. Cycles of mania and depression … Continue reading

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Brain structure–function associations in multi-generational families genetically enriched for bipolar disorder

Fears et al. investigate brain-behaviour associations in families genetically enriched for bipolar disorder. Increased ventrolateral prefrontal thickness is associated with better memory in affected individuals but not unaffected family members. Effects … Keywords: bipolar disorder, structural MRI, neurocognition, temperament, pedigrees, … Continue reading

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