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No, if that was the case the hospital would be overfilled. All bipolar means is violent mood swings. They're medicated by their doctor, that's it.
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Can you own a gun in Oklahoma if you have bipolar disorder?
If you have undiagnosed bipolar disorder, you can own a gun in any state in the US. The law is unaware of your bipolar disorder, so to them you are an ordinary citizen. However if you are later diagnosed, any guns you own might be confiscated.If you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder but never been hospitalized for it, you can own a gun in any state in the US. The law considers you no different than any other person.If you have bipolar disorder and have only been hospitalized voluntarily for it, most states in the US allow you to own a gun. The law usually considers you no different than any other person. However its best to consult a lawyer or local law enforcement to be certain.If you have bipolar disorder and have been hospitalized involuntarily (committed) for it but were neither a danger to yourself or others, some states in the US allow you to own a gun (California is one). The law differs widely from state to state. Always consult a lawyer or local law enforcement to be certain.If you have bipolar disorder and have been hospitalized involuntarily (committed) for it and were either a danger to yourself or others, neither state nor federal law allow you to own a gun.
Some Facts About Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a state where the patient suffers from manic episodes alternating with depression. Sometimes the manic episodes are so extreme, with the patient no longer able to use good judgment, that they need to be hospitalized. Lithium is helpful for people with bipolar disorder, especially when it's used with serotonin reuptake inhibitors taken under a physician's supervision. People who suffer from bipolar disorder also have disturbed sleep patterns and tend to be very sensitive to bright light. Therefore, light therapy might also be helpful.
Can bipolar people have psychoses If so why?
People with bipolar can have psychoses. They can have man of thoughts and feelings.
Are people with borderline personality disorder hospitalized?
no
Is it bipolar disease or bipolar disorder?
The correct term is bipolar disorder. Some people call it a disease though.
How many people were hospitalized during Woodstock?
21
What is a good discussion room for bipolar disorder?
there is a web site: http://bipolar.about.com and they have a lot of information about bipolar and there is a link to a chat room for bipolar people and their families or support people.
Is drama associated with bipolar disease?
Yes. People with bipolar disorder are very reactionary.
Can bipolar people adopt?
yes
How can you have your adult son get a mental evaluation if he refuses?
1st off are u sure he needs it if he is over 18 you cant force him keep trying to convince him if he is exhibiting symptoms of bipolar and try to get him to see he is if he is bipolar and doesn't get one he is likely to have a breakdown and be hospitalized or worse if there is no sign that he has a mental disorder there is no reason for him to get one
What percentage are bipolar?
Bipolar Disorder affects 2.6% of Americans- over 5.7 million people.
Do people with bipolar disorder usually treat others badly?
Some do, some don't. Its about the same as with people without bipolar disorder.
