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I am not a medical doctor, but I am a psychologist and have a child with Bipolar disorder and ADHD. Your concern should be more about how ADHD medication affects the mania side of bipolar disorder, not the depression side. ADHD meds are typically stimulants (exception: Strattera) which could potentially trigger a manic episode. If this is the case, symptoms such as racing thoughts, disorganization, talktativeness, etc. could actually get worse, which is obviously opposite the reaction you wanted. My teen tried Focalin but it made him very overactive and even though he stated his focus was better, he couldn't settle down long enough to accomplish anything. He also talked our heads off! Adderal seems to work much better in his case. He is also on Lithium, which controls his mania pretty effectively. Every person is different and reacts differently to medications. What you need to do is find a good psychiatrist - no, you're not crazy - psychiatrists specialize in the use of behavior altering medications and can tell you how to monitor for undesirable signs when starting any new medication. They know what meds they can mix and what meds will be most helpful specific to your personal case. A good psychiatrist can change your whole life. Good luck to you!
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Are you more likely to have an affair if you have ADHD or bipolar disorder?
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Where is the best Bi Polar test I can take?
The best place to get a Bi Polar test is at the doctor's office. They may refer you to a psychiatrist that may be better at understanding what you are going through.
When was Bi-polar Poems created?
Bi-polar Poems was created in 2006.
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You can develop bi-polar disorder at any age.
What is bi polar disease?
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does bi-polar type 1 qualify you for disability
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ecstacy is not good for anything especially not for people with a bi-polar disorder.
Is there a test to determine whether someone is bi-polar?
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Can marijuana cause bi polar?
No
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