Bipolar Disorder News for 12/20/2008



Free classes for families living with mental illness - Hillsboro Argus - OregonLive.com

Free classes for families living with mental illness
Hillsboro Argus - OregonLive.com, OR - 17 hours ago
. major depression, bipolar disorder (manic-depression), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and borderline personality disorder. .
NAMI Support Group At Andrews Center Tyler Morning Telegraph
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Researcher identifies possible genetic causes of borderline personality disorder (PhysOrg)
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, borderline personality disorder (BPD) is more common than schizophrenia or bipolar disorder and is estimated to affect 2 percent of the population. In a new study, a University of Missouri researcher and Dutch team of research collaborators found that genetic material on chromosome nine was linked to BPD features, a disorder characterized by ...

Prosecutor Wants Psychiatrist to Go to Prison (WBAY Green Bay)
Charles Morgan, 62, of Neenah is accused of having inappropriate sexual contact with a patient he was treating for bipolar disorder...

Hi, I need someone to listen.. - HealthBoards Message Boards
Hi, Im really not new here, but Im new to the bipolar section, I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder earlier this year, and Im learning so much about it. I find that others are not so knowledgable, and they judge me without looking it ...

Resources for Depression and Bipolar Disorder - Beyond Blue
Following is a list of national nonprofit organizations that can help persons struggling with mood disorders and their families: Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) . An online alliance for those living with mood disorders...

Review: In 'Wishful Drinking,' Carrie Fisher chronicles life . - Tampabay.com

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Review: In 'Wishful Drinking,' Carrie Fisher chronicles life .
Tampabay.com, FL - 2 hours ago
After struggling for much of her life with bipolar disorder, the celebrity kid-actor-novelist underwent electroconvulsive therapy to treat it. .
Being Carrie Fisher Newsweek
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Possible Genetic Causes Of Borderline Personality Disorder Identified (Science Daily)
Scientists have found that genetic material on chromosome nine was linked to BPD features, a disorder characterized by pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image and behavior, and can lead to suicidal behavior, substance abuse and failed relationships...

Too many inadequate diagnoses of child bipolar disorder - Salt Lake Tribune

Too many inadequate diagnoses of child bipolar disorder
Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Dec 17, 2008
During the last year, while they were in foster care, a doctor had diagnosed the 10-year-old with bipolar disorder and attention deficit disorder and .
The Probable Bipolar Disorder Cause Meadow Free Press
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From BBC Health (BBC News)
Signs, symptoms and treatment of bipolar disorder..

Symptoms Of Children Bipolar Disorder | Digg health blog
Bipolar disorder is a condition that is defined by certain behaviors and thought patterns, some of which are the opposites of one another, yet can exist at the...

Janssen-Cilag International N.V. Withdraws Its Application For An Extension Of Indication For Invega (paliperidone) (Medical News Today)
The European Medicines Agency (EMEA) has been formally notified by Janssen-Cilag International N.V. of its decision to withdraw its application for an extension of indication for the centrally authorized medicine Invega (paliperidone) prolonged-release tablets. Invega was expected to be used for the treatment of acute manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder...

Memphis-area businessmen motivated to start Bipolar Foundation to reduce stigma (Memphis Commercial Appeal)
Several years ago, Marc Kullman was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a condition that can cause a person's mood to swing from excited energy to dangerous depression...

» Bipolar Disorder Medication Spotlight: Geodon (Ziprasidone .
Most bipolar specialists believe that it will ultimately be shown that Geodon, like all the other medications in this category, does a reasonable job as a maintenance medication in bipolar disorder. It is also unclear whether Geodon has ...

Redstocking Grandma: Diagnosing Children with Bipolar Disorder
I am concerned that gifted, creative children, who march to a different drummer in our regimented society, are being misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder and threatened with a lifetime of dangerous medications and social stigma. ...

Mental health disorders common in young adults: survey - Reuters

Mental health disorders common in young adults: survey
Reuters - Dec 12, 2008
The prevalence of anxiety disorders and mood disorders, which include depression and bipolar disorder, was similar in each group. .
Free mental health screenings offered on Tuesday Poughkeepsie Journal
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Genetic Link to Borderline Personality Disorder (Psych Central)
While sometimes under the radar screen, borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a condition more common than schizophrenia or bipolar disorder and is estimated to affect 2 percent of the population. In a new study, a University of Missouri researcher and Dutch team of research collaborators found that genetic material on chromosome nine was [.]..

Alexza's bipolar disorder drug phase-3 data positive (PharmaBiz)
Alexza Pharmaceuticals, Inc announced positive results from its second phase-3 clinical trial of AZ-004 (Staccato loxapine). This phase-3 clinical trial was conducted in patients with bipolar disorder experiencing acute agitation...

Bipolar Disorder and Enlightenment on Intent.com
Save as: PublishedQuestion to Deepak: How do you know if you are experiencing a higher state of consciousness or you have a mental illness such as Bipolar 2?..

Hospital in search of gifts for behavioral health patients - Cherry Hill Courier Post

Hospital in search of gifts for behavioral health patients
Cherry Hill Courier Post, NJ - 3 hours ago
The adult program, which is structured in much the same way, treats those with psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression and substance abuse issues. .
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Bipolar Disorder Information Resource Including Natural Products .
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MU Researcher Identifies Possible Genetic Causes of Borderline Personality Disorder (Kansas City InfoZine)
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, borderline personality disorder (BPD) is more common than schizophrenia or bipolar disorder and is estimated to affect 2 percent of the population...

What are the symptoms for bipolar disorder? | Depression and Anxiety
I seriously think I have it. I can be very happy then suddenly my mood changes real fast. I'm mostly depressed and just feel like crying for no reason at all. I...

Many Famous People Suffer With Bipolar Disorder (PIZZAHEROS)
Writers have been some of the most famous people with bipolar disorder. Mark Twain was one such writer. He, like many other writers, was highly functional in his writing. However, he could be depressed-seeming and pessimistic sometimes...

Spotting Bipolar Symptom Possibilities Can Lead To Help - Meadow Free Press

Spotting Bipolar Symptom Possibilities Can Lead To Help
Meadow Free Press, ID - 21 hours ago
An estimated 70 percent of all those with diagnosed bipolar disorder have suffered through incorrect diagnosis and treatment. The most common misdiagnosis .
Understanding The Facts About Bipolar Depression PWO
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Memphis-area businessmen motivated to start Bipolar Foundation to . - Memphis Commercial Appeal

Memphis-area businessmen motivated to start Bipolar Foundation to .
Memphis Commercial Appeal, TN - Dec 18, 2008
By Daniel Connolly (Contact), Memphis Commercial Appeal Several years ago, Marc Kullman was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a condition that can cause a .
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I Was Doing the Right Thing - Wall Street Journal

I Was Doing the Right Thing
Wall Street Journal - Dec 18, 2008
My work on pediatric bipolar disorder focuses on symptoms, impairments and neurobiology -- not only on medications. The work of my colleagues and myself has .
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Deepak Chopra » Blog Archive » Ask Deepak: Bipolar Disorder and .
Ask Deepak: Bipolar Disorder and Enlightenment. December 18, 2008. Question: How do you know if you are experiencing a higher state of consciousness or you have a mental illness such as Bipolar 2? I have had what I thought were higher ...

Bipolar Disorder In Children Is Serious | Digg health blog
Bipolar Disorder in children has long been an overlooked health problem, and the subject of much professional debate.Although some as young as 2 have been...

Princess Leia's Drug Addiction, Bi-Polar Disorder and Eccentric Family - Popeater

Princess Leia's Drug Addiction, Bi-Polar Disorder and Eccentric Family
Popeater, NY - Dec 10, 2008
The Princess Leia star reveals the dirty details of her life by poking fun at her "demons" and exposing the truth about her drug addiction, bipolar disorder .
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Making Sure Your Holidays are Joyful - Christian Broadcasting Network

Making Sure Your Holidays are Joyful
Christian Broadcasting Network, VA - 18 hours ago
This could indicate bi-polar disorder. Although bipolar disorder is characterized by high highs and low lows, they do not come in equal measure. .
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