Bipolar disorder cannot be cured, but it can be treated with medication, psychotherapy, Electroconvulsive Therapy, herbal supplements or sleep medications.
International Society for Bipolar Disorders was created in 1999.
If the disorder is severe and/or not properly treated, perhaps not. Mental disorders can be successfully treated and managed. Many factors come into play.
Bipolar disorder does not cause other disorders. However, people with bipolar disorder have an increased risk of simultaneously having or developing other mental disorders or substance dependence problems.
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depression and bipolar disorders
I have rapid-cycling bipolar disorder and have been prescribed Wellbutrin, along with a mood stabilizer.
This is a huge online group for people suffering from mental disorders : http://www.mdjunction.com/bipolar
Yes. Children with one bipolar parent have a 30% chance of developing bipolar disorder. Even children of bipolar parents who do not develop bipolar disorder are at increased risk (compared to children who do not have a bipolar parent) for other psychopathology such as ADHD, learning disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, etc. Children with two bipolar parents are at an even greater risk of developing bipolar disorder.
Used as a medication for mental disorders ie: bipolar disorder.
Used as a medication for mental disorders ie: bipolar disorder.
Fish oil does appear to offer considerable benefits to people with bipolar disorder.
Depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia