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How do I cope with the hypomanic or manic phase of bipolar disorder (hypomania or mania)? by Nancie .. Patient Expert

Posted Sun 07 Nov 2010 5:59pm . Recently, I received an email from one of the readers of my blog. She noticed that I don't touch much on the manic state of Bipolar Disorder and on how I am learning to cope with manic state. I have written much on the Depression phase of bipolar disorder and been sharing about how to identify the signs and symptoms, and what are the coping strategies Read on »

Bipolar Disorder; Extreme Happiness Sans Mania by Mom, Interrupted Posted Tue 23 Nov 2010 11:34am Historically, I always feel emotions very deeply. I write about this, as do others. Not the fact that Bipolar Disorder can mean extreme highs and lows; the fact that we... days. I am not manic; I am actually very serene. I am high on love and friendship. I now know I will never let these friendships grow away from my heart ever again. I wish Read on »

From About.com: Bipolar disorder – Called manic depression or bipolar disorder stigma persists by Kenn C. Posted Mon 16 Nov 2009 10:00pm

1 Comment , if I do tell people, I usually say that I'm manic-depressive, rather than bipolar. Most people tend to respond a little better and more inquisitively than if I say bipolar, which..., living as I am with HIV/AIDS, too. I almost feel defensive in talking about my bipolar II condition, particularly around some other recovering alcoholics who look skeptical when I Read on »

About Bipolar Disorder (Manic-depressive illness) by Nancie .. Patient Expert

Posted Sat 13 Sep 2008 11:49pm

1 Comment of the National Institute of Mental Health as a source is appreciated." Introduction Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual... or depressive relapse. • Like other serious illnesses, bipolar disorder is also hard on spouses, family members, friends, and employers. • Family members of someone with bipolar Read on »

Treatment available for Bipolar Disorder (Manic-Depressive Illness) by Nancie .. Patient Expert

Posted Sat 13 Sep 2008 11:49pm

1 Comment life. Read Signs and Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder or Manic-Depressive Illness. What Is the Course of Bipolar Disorder? Episodes of mania and depression typically recur across... is appreciated." Introduction Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in a person's mood, energy, and ability Read on »

Bipolar Disorder aka Manic Depressive Disorder (for us old folk) by Clueless C. Health Maven

Posted Mon 29 Sep 2008 11:55pm -depression, which is now called bipolar disorder, this is sort of what it would be like on a day to day or weekly basis depending on the exact diagnosis, not knowing how you are going... it is for many people with bipolar disorder and their family, friends and coworkers. The manic phase is also when people do outragous things because they think they can. I know someone who Read on »

A story of Bipolar Disorder or Manic-Depressive Illness : Does it sound like you? by Nancie .. Patient Expert

Posted Sat 13 Sep 2008 11:49pm or she has Bipolar Disorder of Manic-Depressive Illness? It took me 20 years to get a diagnosis. And my first diagnosis was proneness to major depression. It was after a manic episode several months after taking anti-depressant that my Doctor realized that I am actually prone to Bipolar Disorder or Manic-Depressive Illness. Bipolar disorder, also known Read on »

Signs and symptoms of clinical depression and bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness) by Nancie .. Patient Expert

Posted Wed 01 Oct 2008 9:18pm

1 Comment depression or bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness)? How can one differentiate between spiritual depression and clinical depression or bipolar depression? Clinical... health. Citation of the National Institute of Mental Health as a source is appreciated.") Introduction Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain Read on »

Signs and Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder or Manic-Depressive Illness by Nancie .. Patient Expert

Posted Sat 13 Sep 2008 11:49pm are irritable, angry, frightened, uncontrollable, and trapped. Read on Treatments for Bipolar Disorder or Manic-Depressive Illness. This publication, written by Melissa Spearing of NIMH... Disorder or Manic-Depressive Illness and conditions such as Major Depression, Compulsive Obsessive Disorders, etc etc. More information and education on this aspect will greatly Read on »

Recovery steps for depression and bipolar disorder or manic-depressive illness by Nancie .. Patient Expert

Posted Tue 07 Oct 2008 7:08pm

1 Comment diagnosis of bipolar disorder or manic-depressive illness last year (2007), I have benefited from some sessions of counseling or talk therapy with a Christian lady counselor who helps... on " Recovery steps for depression and bipolar disorder or manic-depressive illness" is taken from the website of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Relief of symptoms Read on »