Dr. Ongur answers the question: 'Combination Of Bipolar Medications?' — -- Question: Why might I need a combination of medications for bipolar disorder? Answer: It's true that combinations of ...

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that causes significant and sudden changes in mood that involve episodes of mania and sometimes depression. There is no cure for bipolar disorder, so ...

Dr. Calabrese answers the question: 'What If I Refuse Bipolar Medications?' — -- Question: What if I choose not to use medications for bipolar disorder? Answer: Now one of our most challenging ...

Bipolar disorder is a long-term mood disorder characterized by major fluctuations in mood — both high and low — that can impact daily functioning and behavior. Although bipolar disorder is a chronic ...

If you’ve been treated for your bipolar I symptoms, your doctor has likely mentioned how mega important medications are. In addition to regular therapy visits, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, ...

Stopping medication without guidance can have both immediate and long-term effects. Here’s what may happen and why it’s essential to talk with a healthcare professional first. Bipolar disorder is a ...

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It can be hard to tell the difference between a teenager who's just being typically moody and withdrawn, as opposed to one who is actually suffering from a mental illness, said Dr. Lawrence Ginsberg ...

For the late-age adolescent or young adult who has just received a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, psychiatric medication is usually a pivotal aspect of initial treatment recommendations. No one wants ...