Bipolar disorder is one of the six leading
mental disorders worldwide, according to
the world health organization.1 each year,
it is estimated that more than 2 million
american adults,2,3 about 1 percent of the
population age 18 and older,4 are
afflicted with bipolar disorder, also
known as manic depression. Of the
750,000 currently diagnosed, about 650,000
are treated.
Bipolar disorder is characterized by
episodes of mania and depression, with
periods of normal mood in between. The
disorder can have devastating effects on
an individual's life, although proper
diagnosis and earlier treatment can
usually alter the course of the illness.
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lost-parent
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 27 May 2005 Posts: 2 Location: Tenn
Adolesent Bi-polar Posted: 05-27-05 07:20am
How do I get my childs therapist to see
the same symptoms I see in my child.
Changing therapist is not a option for us.
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echokang
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 25 May 2005 Posts: 69
I Can Only Some My Personal Advices Posted: 05-29-05 19:58pm
You may pay attention to the symptoms.
And make a records of these symptoms
including lasting time,symptoms.
If you have a dv ,you 'd better record it
and take it to the doctors.
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kelly81
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 30 May 2005 Posts: 17
Right! Posted: 06-09-05 01:28am
I think those will helpful.
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kelly81
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 30 May 2005 Posts: 17
Home Care Posted: 07-20-05 02:22am
Home care and treatment is as important as
medication.
