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Q: depression/bipolar?
i have bipolar disorder. i was diagnosed early in 2006 before that i was diagnosed with severe depression in 2001. this is becoming a disruption to my current relationship. my boyfriend tries everything he can to make me feel better.. but sometime im just sad.. period.. no changing that.. i cry endlessly when in in that mood everything hurts my feelings when im depressed.. and he feels as if his efforts are fruitless. i show appreciation.. but i can’t fake that im all better when im not… and then he ends up down too.. what should i do?

A: Try to find him a support group. As the husband of a beautiful but bi-polar woman, I know sometimes I find myself wondering what I’m doing wrong. It helps to find others who have a loved one with bipolar, because they are going through the same thing. As far as what you can do… when times are good, make him feel as good as you can. I love nothing more than seeing my wife smile. It makes up for all the times she’s down and depressed despite the best of days. Good luck!

Q: Depression/Bipolar?
I’m not sure which one i have but i think its bipolar, anyway, how do i get help cuz i dont want my family to know. They won’t look at me the same if they know.

A: If you haven’t yet, talk to a school counselor. If you do need medications, etc. than you can deal with that when it arises. The most important thing is that you get help. The family reaction will inevitably be easier to deal with than your trying to survive without proper support.

Q: What are some online support groups for people with depression/bipolar disorder?
I’ve heard that there are onlne support groups for people who have been diagnosed with a mental illness such as depression or bipolar disorder. If you have any recommendations, please let me know. I think an online group might help me relieve some of my feelings of isolation when I am alone. I know that an in-person type of group might be beneficial as well, but I’d like to start slowly.

A: http://lmgtfy.com/?q=online+depression+support+groups

Q: Is there a natural approach to depression/bipolar aside from anti-depressants and mood stabilizers?
Is there a natural approach to depression/bipolar aside from anti-depressants and mood stabilizers?

Something more natural perhaps.
I definitely don’t like the idea of having a “fake happiness”.

An answer from someone who has/does take anti-depressants or mood stabilizers, that would be ideal.

A: Many anti-depressants have been tested short-term, but they haven’t been tested long-term. They haven’t been in the market place long enough for thorough testing. Many anti-depressants are less than fifteen years old! People, even in their 40s, live a lot longer than fifteen years old.

My doctor was about to put me on a fourth mood stabilizer. He told me the effects, risks, and benefits. When I asked him about the long-term, he made up things that didn’t make sense. My dad and I fired him on the spot. These “professionals” get money for giving you medication. For each prescription they give you, they pocket more money from the pharm. companies.

I started to be my own avocate. Basically, I used these ideas to monitor my bipolar:

*Exercise 25 minutes a day. Never skip more than two days.

*Avoid processed foods and pure sugar foods.

*Instead of a person who’ll shove medications down your throat, use your money to talk to a therapist instead.

*Join local, talk groups or internet forums.

*Write down your feelings. It isn’t good to keep them inside!

*Know your purpose in life.

*Get at least eight hours of sleep. Your brain needs it.

I see Bipolar as a physical and emotional energy imbalance. Real happiness is knowing you can be happy yourself. Fake happiness is relying on something to be happy.

I’m sixteen years old. I was diagnosed when I was thirteen with Bipolar II. Almost weaned off medication, got a 4.0 GPA, and loves physics with computers.

Q: depression? bipolar?
I have a problem with one day being excessively happy and charismatic but the next day i’ll be total draft. Laying around all day, feeling like doing nothing. Its like my feeling flood from one day to another. There is nothing i can do to control this. I often find myself struggling with a battle within. like self vs. self. One completely logical, the other, usually not so much. I don’t know how else to describe it. Any ideas of what is wrong, how i can feel better, anything?

A: you sound like me. if your moods change daily, there are generally two options for diagnosis:

rapid-cycling bipolar disorder (what i have)

or

borderline personality disorder

sometimes they go hand in hand. ask a therapist for an accurate and well-educated diagnosis.

Q: Whats the difference between bipolar 1/2 and Severe bipolar depression with psychotic features?
I understand bipolar 1 and 2, but other than psychosis is there anything else that defines the diagnoses “Severe bipolar depression with psychotic features” from the diagnoses bipolar 1 or bipolar 2?
yeah, im diagnosed bipolar 1 with psychotic features. but also read up on this diagnoses of ssevere bipolar depression with psychotic features

A: http://www.cmellc.com/topics/bdfaq.html

Ok.. i did that wrong… http://www.manic-depression.net/bipolarI/

go here after you read the first part of bipolar 1, then keep clicking next article…

Bipolar I Disorder is not a complete diagnosis in and of itself. When someone is diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder, the doctor uses what are called specifiers to give more information about the patient’s current condition. Specifiers describe the mood episode and severity of the illness that the patient is experiencing.

If the person most recently experienced a hypomanic episode, often no further specifiers are given. Hypomania is by definition, a mild manic episode with no psychotic features. Therefore, it would be redundant to specify the severity of the symptoms and the presence of psychotic features. This diagnosis can be further specified to give describe if the person is experiencing rapid cycling, if there is a seasonal pattern to their condition, or if there is an absence of symptoms between episodes.

The first specification tells what kind of episode is the person’s most recent episode. The diagnoses with episode specifiers used to describe the person’s most recent mood episode are:

* Bipolar I Disorder, Single Manic Episode
* Bipolar I Disorder, Most Recent Episode Hypomanic
* Bipolar I Disorder, Most Recent Episode Manic
* Bipolar I Disorder, Most Recent Episode Mixed
* Bipolar I Disorder, Most Recent Episode Depressed
* Bipolar I Disorder, Most Recent Episode Unspecified

If the diagnosis is “Bipolar I Disorder, Single Manic Episode,” that means that the person has experienced a manic episode, and they have never had any other manic or depressive episodes. For “Bipolar I Disorder, Most Recent Episode Unspecified,” the person meets the criteria for the symptoms of either a manic, mixed, hypomanic, or depressed episode with the exception of the duration of the symptoms.

If the person’s diagnosis is “Bipolar I Disorder, Single Manic Episode,” the doctor may further specify the patient’s condition according to whether or not the symptoms meet the criteria for a mixed episode. The doctor may specify if the manic episode began postpartum, meaning after the patient gave birth. The specifiers can also describe the severity of the symptoms and whether or not there are psychotic or catatonic features. The doctor can also use a diagnosis specifier to indicate if the patient is in partial remission or full remission.

With the other diagnoses, they are further specified by severity, presence of psychotic features, presence of catatonic features, whether the symptoms began postpartum, whether there is rapid cycling, if there is an absence of symptoms between episodes, or if there is a seasonal pattern. The diagnosis may also specify if the most recent episode meets the criteria for a mixed episode. These diagnoses can also be specified as being in partial remission or full remission.

Taking a look at all the possible specifiers can give you an idea of how varied each patient’s experience with Bipolar I Disorder can be. You need only compare two possible diagnoses to get an impression of how vast the continuum of bipolar disorder can be. Bipolar I Disorder, Most Recent Episode Depressed, Severe with Psychotic Features looks very different from Bipolar I Disorder, Single Manic Episode In Full Remission. Patients with those diagnoses both suffer from the same medical condition of bipolar disorder, but according to the specifiers, their symptoms and experiences with the disorder are extremely different. Without specifiers, the diagnosis of “Bipolar I Disorder” fails to convey the exact nature of the patient’s condition.

Bipolar II Disorder, the more common but by no means less severe type of the disorder is “characterized by one or more Major Depressive Episodes accompanied by one hypomanic episode.” This stipulation is used mainly to differentiate it from unipolar depression.

The key difference between Bipolar I and Bipolar II is that Bipolar II has hypomanic but not manic episodes. Also, while those with Bipolar I disorder may experience additional psychotic symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations, Bipolar II by definition cannot have psychotic features.

The indicators which would lead to a diagnosis of Bipolar II Disorder are:

* One or more Major Depressive Episodes
* At least one Hypomanic Episode
* There has never been a Manic or Mixed Episode
* Another disorder is not responsible for symptoms
* Symptoms cause distress or impair functioning

Symptoms and characteristics of depression include:

* Decreased energy
* Weight loss or gain
* Despair
* Irritability
* Uncontrollable crying

Symptoms and characteristics of hypomania include:

* Grandiosity
* Decreased need for sleep
* Pressured speech
* Racing thoughts
* Distractibility
* Tendency to engage in behavior that could have serious consequences, such as spend

Q: What are the symptoms for bipolar depression?
I am afraid my loved one is suffering from a bipolar disorder. He has recently moved out from home, dropped out of school and is heading south with his life… Could it be bipolar depression? How can I help him if he doesn’t want to be helped?

A: My boyfriend suffers from bipolar disorder and it is a very complex disease. I recommend surfing the net as there is a lot of information to take it. I know when my boyfriend has had episodes he becomes very manic says stuff that even still I can’t believe he has said to me, very hurtful things. It is very hard to explain it all but look around the net for information. It is very important that they have someone supportive by their side…but it can be tough so be strong! My boyfriend also goes through the worst times when the seasons are changing (winter to spring and summer to fall).

Q: What is the difference between depression and bipolar depression?
What is the difference between depression and bipolar depression?

A: bipolar means you cycle from regular depression to mania or hypomania, which are states of extreme happiness and energy and self-confidence. basically the opposite of depression.

Q: can depression be treated with weed? what about bipolar disorder or hypomania?
I used to smoke weed for about three years, but I quit for religious purposes, and now I’m wondering if weed treats things like depression, bipolar disorder, and hypomania? I may be inheriting bipolar disorder or hypomania, time will tell, and I’m a bit depressed. anyways can these things be treated with weed?

A: You know?Your depression could be a consequence of your weed smoking…You could probably feel better but would be just for a little period.In time you could be even more seriosly depressed.
I truly believe,and this is only my opinion,you can come out of you state of depression if you really want that.
I wish you all the best.

Q: Is there any way to fight against the lows of bipolar depression?
I suffer from bipolar depression and very fast mood swings. When I’m out with friends or with family and I suddenly feel really depressed, is there any way to fight it or do I just have to ride it out? I wish I could fight it because I don’t want to ruin everyone else’s evening.

A: I write poetry or listen to music that talks about the state that I am in.. it also helps to read metaphysical books or self help books that talk about people with disorders such as yours.. many spiritual people believe that people with mental disorders are high level souls who want to speed up the learning process in life… so look at your manic-depression as a way of your soul developing quickly.. keep your head up!

Q: How do I help a friend who has bipolar depression?
A friend of mine has been going through some hard times and was recently diagnosed with bipolar depression. This means that some days he is active and able to do lots of things, but other days he doesn’t have the will to get out of bed, much less do anything productive.

Anyway, he recently moved back to the area and is now living kind of close to me (30 mins. driving). He doesn’t have many other friends in the area, and his illness keeps him from getting out very much and meeting new people. So, in many ways I feel as though I am his only source of friendship now. Also, it’s really difficult to stay in touch with him. When he is depressed, he won’t answer e-mails or telephone calls, much less return messages.

In some ways I feel like I can’t do much because if I can’t talk to him and hang out, how can I continue to be friends with him? But I also feel that, as a friend, I should stick with him through the hard times and do my best to help.

What can I do to help my friend?

A: Biopolar disorder is serious business, and can lead to suicide. My uncle had it. My advice is to make sure that your friend is getting the medical help he needs, and that he takes his perscription drugs, if you can. They often don’t like to take the medicine because they like the highs or durring the highs they think they are fine so they don’t take it. Biopolar is not one that is easy to fight on your own.

Just keep doing what you are doing. I would imagine that continued issolation would not be good for your friend. Invite him to things that you go to: parties, holiday events, heck!, take him grocery shopping with you. He’s got to get his groceries sometime. But, the thirty minute drive might make it difficult. An occasional party might be doable though. If nothing else, he will know that you care about him if you keep trying to communicate with him. You may catch him on one of his up days.

Q: How do I find a good psychiatrist in sydney for depression and bipolar disorder?
I have had depression for a long time and have recently lost my job. It just comes and goes. Sometimes I can be more happy than usual and I am worried that it could be bipolar. I live in Sydney and am looking for a good psychiatrist who can help me.

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Q: Can depression/bipolar disorder cause a person to molest a kid?
I don’t want any criticism….I know someone who’s molested a child and his psych evaluator suggested he might be suffering from depression. Is it possible that this caused him to do this horrible thing? He was extremely drunk at the time and came clean afterwards to the cops…He is now pending trial, but appears to show absolute disinterest in the whole thing….As for the actual deed…he touched a child inappropriately…
I just don’t want him to use bipolar/depression as an easy out…He is 23yrs old but is very immature..please help

A: Mental Illness does not provide an excuse for abusive behavior towards others, particularly sexual abuse. A person who attempts to molest a child does so because they want to do it and because they lacked the self-control to resist the impulse. The alcohol was probably the biggest factor in lowering your friends inhibitions and self-control enough to act on this, but again, it is not an excuse as no one made him drink and many people drink and don’t act out. Pedophiles, which your friend may or may not be, also have a fixated desire for sexual contact with children, however this diagnosis does not provide an excuse either. The only way psychiatric problems can offer a defense legally for criminal behavior is when it can be demonstrated that the illness caused the person such an impaiment in reality testing that they could not distinguish right from wrong, and this is very difficult to prove as even those with grossly impaired thinking still usually are able to differentiate between right and wrong. Your friend needs to experience the full consequences for his actions-I agree with you.

Q: I have Bipolar Depression. I take Liithium and have for 20 years. What antidepressant is safe and no weight g.?
I want to ask my psychiatrist for an antidepressant, but don’t want to take one that will make me swing into a mania, or cause weight gain. I am leaning towards Fluoxetine (generic Prozac). Any educated suggestions from others who have Bipolar depression would be appreciated. My appointment with my psychiatrist is this Friday. Thanks in advance.

A: Prozac is kind of stimulating it might not be the best choice for someone with bipolar disorder. Ask your doctor about lexapro, celexa or wellbutrin. Also ask your doctor about Lamictal. It works on depression.

Stay away from Paxil (weight gain) and Effexor. Both paxil and effexor have a discontinuation syndrome when stopping.

Q: Is it possible to have a diagnosis of Cyclothymia, Depression AND Bipolar disorder?
My GP wrote a report on me stating that I had all three conditions at the same time. I don’t believe it’s possible to have even two of them at once. I believe Cyclothymia is a less severe form of Bipolar, and Depression when combined with hypomania is a symptom of Cyclothymia, not a disorder in itself.

A: Cyclothymia is in fact a mild form of bipolar. I have known people to go from having Cyclothymia disorder to progress onto having bipolar. Depression is part of bipolar so can not be classed as a separate disorder. hypo-mania is also a sign of bipolar type 2 disorder. You could have what they call bipolar “NOS” (not otherwise specified. this is when you don’t come under any of the other types such as bipolar l bipolar ll or Cyclothymic disorders. take care good luck

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