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Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens

Does your child go through intense mood changes? Does your child have extreme behavior changes? Does your child get much more excited and active than other kids his or her age? Do other people say your child is too excited … Continue reading →

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Dealing Effectively with Depression and Bipolar Disorder

What are Depression and Bipolar Disorder? Depression and Bipolar Disorder are mood disorders, medical illnesses characterized by changes in mood, thought, energy and behavior.Depression is the most common mood disorder, affecting approximately 20 million Americans each year. Symptoms of depression include: … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Support and Self-Help Living and Coping with Bipolar Disorder

You’re not powerless when it comes to bipolar disorder. Beyond the treatment you get from your doctor or therapist, there are many things you can do to reduce your symptoms and stay on track, including educating yourself about bipolar disorder, … Continue reading →

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Depression Statistics

Who Is Affected by Depression? Major depressive disorder affects approximately 14.8 million American adults, or about 6.7 percent of the U.S. population age 18 and older, in a given year. (Archives of General Psychiatry, 2005 Jun; 62(6): 617-27) While major depressive … Continue reading →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Depression and Bipolar Disorder

Q: What is depression? A: Depression is a treatable, medical illness marked by changes in mood, thought and behavior. That’s why it’s called a mood disorder. Everyone, at various times in life, feels sad or blue. And it’s normal to … Continue reading →

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