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Are amphetamines useful as a long term treatment for depression and bipolar?
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Why get electroshocked?
It is useful sometimes for people with depression when all other treatment and medications have failed. It only works for depression though.
Can adults take Vyvanse for energy?
No, Vyvanse isn't prescribed for any type of weight control treatment. Vyvanse is classified as an amphetamine and amphetamines are useful for weight control treatment (and were used for this until the 1980s). But, amphetamines are also extremely additive and because of this physicians are no longer allowed to prescribe them for weight control treatment.
What are treatments for psychotic depression?
Treatment of psychotic depression includes besides antidepressants, anti psychotics. Electroconvulsive Therapy may be useful.
What are the symptoms and treatments for bipolar disorder?
The site http://www.helpguide.org has lots of useful information. I would also suggest you convince him to schedule an appointment with his doctor for an evaluation and treatment options if needed. Bipolar disorder can be dangerous and should not be ignored.
What is the name of a bipolar?
A psychiatrist. Dr Eden Fazel is a world renowned expert in Bipolar disorder. Tons of useful information on his website: bipolar specialist info.
Is Bipolar Disorder useful?
The depressive phase is a pain, impairs functionality and is definitely not useful. Generally, in bipolar I, the manic phase also impairs functionality; ie is not useful. However bipolar II replaces mania with hypomania, which is correlated with high functionality and increased creativity. For those who need flair and imagination, bipolar II can indeed be useful during the hypomanic phase although the depressive phase is still the same hell as ever.
Are there studies on tamoxifen to treat bipolar?
Yes, several small preliminary studies suggest that this breast cancer drug can be useful in treating the manic phase of bipolar. However due to potential side effects it is unlikely the drug will be used itself for actual treatment (except off label). Instead it will be used to guide the development of future medications for treating bipolar. See: http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/news/20080303/tamoxifen-may-help-treat-bipolar-mania
What is the benzisoxidil group?
composed of resperidone (Resperidal) and ziprasidone (Geodon). Resperidone has been found useful for controlling bipolar mood disorder, while ziprasidone is used primarily as second-line treatment for schizophrenia.
I am worried that my teenager may have issues with depression, are there any good resources for me to find depression info ?
I found this website, psychologyinfo.com, to be a useful in getting an overview of the types of depression and some treatment options. There are a lot of great resources online as well as a number of great books available with reliable information.
What treatment helps aspergers?
There is no treatment for AS. However some people with AS also have ADHD, OCD, depression or anxiety and may benefit from medication. The use of therapies such as Speech is useful however some like shock therapy are not and may in fact worsen AS.
What are some coping skills for bipolar disorder?
1. Have a good psychiatrist to plan your treatment and help plan your life. Good means being available 24 x 7 in emergencies, dependable. 2. Medical Psychiatric Social Worker will be helpful. 3. People you live with you have to have thorough understanding of the ups and downs of the illness. They can pull you down when you are hyper and cover you and pep you when you are down without hating you. 4. As a rule - Don't make promises. This will be useful dictum to save you from embarrassment in up phase. 5. Have savings for your Depression phases. 6. Start or join support group of people and families having someone with Bipolar. 7. Keep a list of famous people who had bipolar.
What medical specialist treats bipolar disorder?
A psychiatrist is the physician who diagnosis and treats mental disorders like bipolar disorder. Other health care professionals who are not physicians also provide care for patients with bipolar disorder.
