Bipolar Disorder

Managing Your Bipolar Illness

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:38:57 -0400

Medication is only one part of managing your bipolar illness. Psychotherapy can also be quite effective in treating bipolar disorder and is often used along with drug therapy. Sessions may be conducted on an individual, family, or group basis. In addition, many bipolar p... Tags: Bipolar Illness

Treatment Options for Bipolar Disorder in Children

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:38:57 -0400

Therapy is often also used when treating bipolar disorder in children. Talk therapy with an experienced professional can help your child understand more about their illness. They will also often be taught coping strategies and stress management techniques. In addition to... Tags: Bipolar Disorder In Children

A Guide to Bipolar Tests

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:38:57 -0400

After bipolar tests have been evaluated and a diagnosis has been made, treatment will begin. Treatment will most often consist of medication combined with psychotherapy. Commonly prescribed medications for bipolar disorder include antidepressants, antipsychotics and mood ... Tags: Bipolar Tests

Trileptal Bipolar Medication -- Is it Right for You?

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:38:57 -0400

Trileptal is still often third in line behind lithium and Depakote when it comes to stabilizing moods associated with bipolar disorder. This is partly because it is not quite as strong, and partly because the manufacturer has not acquired an FDA indication for bipolar diso... Tags: Trileptal Bipolar