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Where can you go for help if you have bipolar disorder?
Check your local phone book for a mental health clinic.
Where can you find therapists who specialize in bi polar disorder?
A good place to start is the American Psychiatric Association. They will have lists of local psychiatrists who specialize in bipolar disorder.
Where is a good place to participate in a study of bipolar disorders?
There are many places to look for studies for mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder. Contacting local mental health agencies and hospitals would be a good starting point.
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.
Where can one find an eating disorder treatment center?
Eating disorder treatment centers can be located by looking in a local telephone book or by calling a local health department. These resources will have telephone numbers and locations for eating disorder treatment centers in the area.
Where can I get more info about bipolar disease?
Your local family doctor should be able to explain and detail the specifics about bipolar disease and the effects it has. There are also informational pamphlets and reading books which detail bipolar disease that you could pick up from your local library.
What is the difference between Mood disorders and personality disorders?
Mood disorders is a wider category of diagnosis. Anxiety disorder is one type of mood disorder. Others include bipolar disorder (manic/depression), all sorts of depressive disorders, and more. You can check the DSM IVR for specifics. All of these are categorizations of problems that get in the way of someone living a fully functional life. Speak to your doctor or a local psychotherapist for more information. Anxiety disorders deal with various psychiatric diagnosis dealing with anxiety, abnormal feelings of fear, worry, overconcern. These include generalized anxiety disorder , panic disorders, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and others. Mood disorders deal with moods. They are known too as affective disorders. These mental health disorders are major depression, bipolar-formerly known as manic depression, dysthymia and cyclothhymia. These last two are milder forms of major depression and bipolar disorder.
i have a friend that is bipolar and we are trying to find a support group we could go to close by?
You can start by checking with local mental health organizations or community centers as they often provide information on support groups for individuals with bipolar disorder. Additionally, online platforms and social media groups can also be a great resource for finding virtual or local support groups. It's important to find a group that suits both you and your friend's needs and preferences.
How can Bipolar Disorder be detected?
It really takes a trained and licensed Mental Health professional to make the diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. In making the diagnosis, the Mental Health professional would likely use the criteria found in the DSM-IVtr, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision, published by the American Psychiatric Association. Mental Disorders, such as Bipolar Disorder, are diagnosed by first creating a history or biography of the patient, then by interviews with the patient and possibly collateral interviews with family or friends. Sometimes, psychological testing can be useful as well. The data gathered from the history, interviews and tests would be organized and written out in the form of a report called an evaluation. The conclusion of the evaluation would the diagnosis. This would be arrived at by comparing the diagnostic criteria for Bipolar Disorder in the DSM-IVtr, with the data gathered. If they agree, one of the components of the diagnosis would be Bipolar Disorder. The diagnostic criteria for Bipolar are too long to include here, but the kernel revolves around the idea of alternating periods of depression or extreme sadness, and mania or extreme elation. Diagnosing Bipolar, or any other mental illness, is much more complicated and subtle than the barest outline given here. Diagnosis of mental illness should not be attempted by anyone not trained to do so. Someone trained to diagnose is almost certain to be professionally qualified and licensed by the local government. Amateurs attempting to diagnose Mental Illness can cause a great deal of misery and grief, not only for their victims, but also themselves. Do not try this at home.
Are there bipolar support groups near Chicago?
Local bipolar support groups can be easily found by checking out the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance's group locator on its website. Yes, there are quite a few support groups in the greater Chicago area.
Family Support for a family in "crisis" adult daughter with bipolar disorder in Nebraska- HELP?
The National Alliance of Mental Illness can help you find bipolar family support groups in your area. Go to www.nami.org and click on FIND YOUR LOCAL NAMI in the center of the menu that runs under the banner. You can tailor the search and then contact the office for details regarding support groups that can best serve the needs of you and your family.
Where can you find scholarships or grants for students with bipolar disorder?
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