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There are a variety of drugs that have been found effective in cases of Bipolar disorder. Consult with a physician for help in determining which would be best for you.
You should know that it sometimes takes several weeks for psychoactive drugs to have an effect. Be patient and don't give up on yourself.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoNo, it is not the same. Depression medications focus on making your "happy" hormones a higher level, and bipolar medications work on balancing out the happy and the sad, and the ups and downs.
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∙ 10y agono, antidepressants can often make bipolar worse.
the medications used for bipolar are mood stabilizers and sometimes antipsychotics.
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Can my boyfriend join the marines if he has bipolar and is not on medicine?
probably not
Do doctors know what causes bipolar disorder?
Doctors think that bipolar disorder is caused by stress. Others believe that it's a mental illness that you can treat with medicine.
What is the recommended treatment for bipolar disorder?
Medication is always the first and recommended treatment for bipolar disorder, but what will also work is regular therapy. The medicine includes antidepressants.
Why bipolar medicine helps you lose weight?
it doesn't, most make you gain weight
What kind of doctor do you need to see if you have Bipolar Disorder?
You should see a psychologist for the emotional/mental aspect of Bipolar Disorder, and a psychiatrist for the medicine(s) you will need to deal with the symptoms.
What is the success rate of bipolar people staying on their medicine?
Unfortunately, many bipolar patients do not stay on their medications. When they start feeling good, in the mania phase, the often feel that they don't need medicine. Mania is when they tend to be the most illogical, and it's hard for them to remember how bad they felt when they started the medication. You can help by reminding the bipolar person of this fact when they decide to stop taking their medicine. The sad truth is that many bipolars have quite a few hospital trips ahead of them before they finally learn that they have to take the medicine in order to stay well.
What is geodon the medicine for?
It is for Bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
Would bipolar disorder be classified as something that is out of people's self-control or would they have control over the order?
It can be out of someones self control if they do not go to a doctor and get medicine. Some cases of bipolar disorder are mild enough to be self-controlled but most of the time he or she needs to see a doctor and get medicine.
Where can someone find info about bipolar disorder?
Bipolar Disorder is a common mental illness that can be controlled by the use of medicine. To find out if you have bipolar disorder you should first consult your physician for an prescription to see a psychologist. If you are looking for other routes, you can always search Web MD.
What are clever ways to get Bipolar Patients to stay on their medicine?
Give them something to live for, show them how beautiful life can be....that's what did it for me.
What is lithiums use?
mostly used to power electronic devices.
How is bipolar disorder treated in alternative medicine?
General recommendations for controlling bipolar symptoms include maintaining a calm environment, avoiding overstimulation, getting plenty of rest, regular exercise, and proper diet.
