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Off-Label Use Of Antipsychotic Medications
2 days ago, 17 May 12, 4:00am
Reducing the non-FDA-approved use of antipsychotic drugs may be a way to save money while having little effect on patient care, according to a Penn State College of Medicine study. Researchers say that 57.6 percent of patients prescribed antipsychoti…New Genetic Findings: Gifts Of The MAGI In Schizophrenia And Bipolar Disorder
5 days ago, 14 May 12, 3:00am
These findings are not about the classic story of gift-giving, although the MAGI genes (officially named membrane associated guanylate kinase, WW and PDZ domain containing proteins) do influence brain function in important ways. MAGI1 and MAGI2 are g…Brain Structure Affected By Psychiatric Medications
9 days ago, 10 May 12, 3:00am
It is increasingly recognized that chronic psychotropic drug treatment may lead to structural remodeling of the brain...Broadening Bipolar Disorder Criteria Could Do More Harm Than Good For Patients
23 days ago, 26 Apr 12, 3:00am
A Rhode Island Hospital psychiatrist and researcher explains the negative impact of broadening the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorder in the upcoming Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). In a newly publi…2nd Generation Anti-Psychotic Drugs Publication Bias
58 days ago, 22 Mar 12, 5:00am
According to a study published in PLoS Medicine, trials of second-generation anti-psychotic drugs, i.e. newer forms of medications for the treatment of psychotic illnesses like schizophrenia, that have been published in medical journals, may embelli…Circadian Rhythm May Hold Key For Treatment Of Bipolar Disorder
65 days ago, 15 Mar 12, 3:00am
Scientists have gained insight into why lithium salts are effective at treating bipolar disorder in what could lead to more targeted therapies with fewer side-effects. Bipolar disorder is characterised by alternating states of elevated mood, or mania…Impulsive Behavior Regulated By Cannabinoid 2 Receptors
69 days ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:00am
A new study lead by the Neuroscience Institute of Alicante reveals how manipulating the endocannabinoid system can modulate high levels of impulsivity. This is the main problem in psychiatric illnesses such a schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and subst…Metabolic Side Effects Such As Obesity And Diabetes Caused By Antipsychotic Medications
, 3 Feb 12, 3:00am
In 2008, roughly 14.3 million Americans were taking antipsychotics - typically prescribed for bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or a number of other behavioral disorders - making them among the most prescribed drugs in the U.S...New Study May End 2 Decades Of Suspicion: Does Borna Disease Virus Cause Mental Illness?
, 2 Feb 12, 2:00am
Over the past 30 years, numerous studies have linked Borna disease virus (BDV) with mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorder and dementia. Genetic fragments and antibodies to this RNA virus, which causes behavior dis…Lithium For Bipolar Disorder - Pros And Cons Unclear
, 23 Jan 12, 12:00pm
The most effective long-term treatment for bipolar disorder is lithium. It offers protection against depression and mania and reduces the risk of suicide and short-term mortality. However, according to a study in The Lancet ,safety concerns have made…
Blood Test May Diagnose Depression in Teens
31 days ago, 18 Apr 12, 2:04pm
The test, which was first developed in rats, can identify the presence of 26 markers linked to major depression disorder.People Who Live Alone More Likely to Use Antidepressants
31 days ago, 18 Apr 12, 2:01pm
According to a new study, people who live alone are more likely to use antidepressant medications than people who live with others.Neurologist Seeks FDA Approval for Electrode Depression Treatment
31 days ago, 18 Apr 12, 1:59pm
The neurologist who has pioneered using implantable electrodes to ease treatment-resistant depression is seeking approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment.Depressed Moms May Hinder Kids' Sleep
31 days ago, 18 Apr 12, 1:53pm
Results from a new Penn State study suggest that mothers who suffer from depression may behave in ways that hinder their infants’ ability to sleep.Attending Church May Not Lower Depression Risk After All: Study
81 days ago, 28 Feb 12, 4:12pm
People who are depressed may be more likely to stop attending church service, which may help explain why those who attend church seem happier, experts say.Depression Risk Lower in Patients Who Take Statins
81 days ago, 28 Feb 12, 4:06pm
Researchers say statins appear to lower the risk for depression in some patients.Childhood Stress May Alter Your Genes
81 days ago, 28 Feb 12, 3:58pm
Stress during childhood is linked to depression and anxiety in adulthood, and now researchers say they know why.People with Mental Health Issues Less Likely to Have Insurance: Study
, 18 Oct 11, 10:02am
An analysis of national data has discovered that Americans who suffer frequent mental distress are more likely to be without health insurance than those who live with chronic physical diseases.Coffee Linked to Lower Depression Risk in Women
, 5 Oct 11, 5:43pm
According to a new study, women who drink four or more cups of caffeinated coffee every day have a lower risk of depression than women who drink one cup of coffee per day or less.Some Risperdal, Risperidone Tablets Recalled
, 17 Jun 11, 6:37pm
Drugmaker Johnson & Johnson has issued a recall for lots of the antipsychotic medication Risperdal and its generic equivalent risperidone because of a bad odor reported in some of the tablets.
Must Read Article: Researchers Crack Codes for Lithium, Electroshock
2 days ago, 17 May 12, 11:49am
This is really exciting news about bipolar disorder treatment. I haven’t heard anything new treatment wise in a long time! I take lithium and had ECT in 2010, so I found this incredibly interesting. I’m interested to know what you think. Click…
Blog about Mental Health Day: The Bipolar Denial Dichotomy
3 days ago, 16 May 12, 2:15pm
The Bipolar Denial Dichotomy This picture really shows what it’s like to deal with a person who has poorly managed bipolar disorder. One day they will talk- the next day they will yell. It’s no fun for the person on the receiving end. I have bee…
Does Your Partner Have Bipolar Disorder?
3 days ago, 16 May 12, 4:32am
Group Coaching Calls for Partners of People with Bipolar Disorder The Bipolar Disorder 101 coaching call was a great success with over 100 participants. The coaching call for parents sold out. This next series of calls are exclusively for partner…
Letter from a Partner to a Partner with Bipolar Disorder (pt 1)
3 days ago, 15 May 12, 11:46pm
Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder Letter from a Partner Pt 1 by Julie A. Fast This is part one of a two part series for partners. ** The following is a note from a person with bipolar disorder to their partner. Here are the qualities a I wou…
Get it Done When You’re Depressed…. in the car
9 days ago, 10 May 12, 12:13pm
Separating What’s Bipolar From What’s Not
4 days ago, 15 May 12, 1:19pm
One of the things I hate most about bipolar disorder is how subtly sinister it can be when a loved one is trending toward mania — not manic yet or even hypomanic, just talking faster and louder, blurting out statements that are a little too open an…
NAMI Support Groups: Combined or Separate?
7 days ago, 12 May 12, 8:37am
We just started a NAMI support group in Crawfordsville, Indiana. Since the town is small (population about 15,000), we decided to start with a combination group, consisting of both consumers (people who have a diagnosis) and family members. We hope e…
“Unlisted” Impressions
26 days ago, 23 Apr 12, 6:41am
Last Thursday, my wife and I attended a viewing of Dr. Delaney Ruston’s documentary film Unlisted followed by a panel discussion. The film and panel discussion focused primarily on schizophrenia, but individuals with bipolar disorder and their fami…
Bipolar Disorder Emergency: Send Police and an Ambulance
43 days ago, 6 Apr 12, 10:44am
The other day, I was looking through a very helpful publication entitled “What To Do in a Psychiatric Crisis in Indiana,” published by NAMI Indiana. I read it before and mentioned it in a previous post entitled “What To Do in a Psychiatric Cris…Richard Dreyfuss Interview: Living with Bipolar Disorder
46 days ago, 3 Apr 12, 1:04pm
Check out this interesting interview with Richard Dreyfuss about living with bipolar disorder. Dreyfuss also talks about self-medicating.
The Avengers – Dr. Banner’s Wisdom About Bipolar
9 days ago, 10 May 12, 1:41pm
I have long been a fan of The Hulk, but I had not noticed the incredible wisdom of Dr. David Banner until The Avengers movie made it clear. In his wisdom about managing rage he grasps the secret to managing depression and mania too. In one brief stat…
I Don’t Have Bipolar – I Am Bipolar
23 days ago, 26 Apr 12, 12:54pm
I have seen this debate many times over the last ten years and assume it has been going on much longer. I was always afraid to wade into it, but there seems to be a resurgence lately. It is usually presented in the opposite way – I Am Not Bipolar,…
Where Is The Line Between Hypomania And Out Of Control?
36 days ago, 12 Apr 12, 7:27pm
Exploring the potential of the human mind has been a central fascination for most of my 55 years. I have spent as much as eight hours a day in meditation and lived in a monastic environment for over eight years. One thing I am very sure of is that we…
The Four Secrets to Being Hypomanic Successfully
43 days ago, 6 Apr 12, 4:20pm
My previous article covered the controversy about why people think it is not possible to be hypomanic without losing control. It’s a good backdrop for this article. There are four steps that lead to hypomanic success: Determine the starting point.…
Can You Be Hypomanic Without Losing Control?
44 days ago, 5 Apr 12, 2:25pm
I have discussed bipolar with thousands of people over the last 10 years and would guesstimate that being hypomanic without losing control is the Holy Grail for 75% or 80% of them. Most say their goal is “permanent hypomania and to never be depress…
Award-winning rock musical explores pain, drama within bipolar disorder
1 day ago, 17 May 12, 10:54pm
Actress and acting teacher Paula Chanda recalled her husband, director and actor Bob Chanda, once told her, "Some stories can be told, but some stories should be told."Multimedia Release -- New 3-Minute Screen for Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD Provides ONE Number to Show ...
3 days ago, 16 May 12, 8:00am
BETHESDA, Md. -- Getting the answer to a simple question -- "Whats My M3" -- gives you a number to help you and your primary care physician better understand and manage your overall health. WhatsMyM3 ...Bipolar Rise in Kids Drives Debate
8 days ago, 11 May 12, 10:23am
A bipolar disorder diagnosis may not only stigmatize a child, but also lead to harms from medications, feeling set apart from other kids and having future hopes dashed.A new look at nature of mood disorder
9 days ago, 10 May 12, 3:35am
Child psychiatrists are debating what to do about a glaring 40-fold spike within a decade in the number of youngsters diagnosed with bipolar disorder. A panel of the American Psychiatric Association has concluded that many of these children may have…Bipolar Disorder Has Its Upside, Patients Say
10 days ago, 9 May 12, 5:18pm
The problems that come with bipolar disorder are well-known, however, some people with the condition feel lucky to have it.
Fountain Valley Police Cleared in Shooting of Teen - Patch.com
8 hours ago, 18 May 12, 10:58pm
Fountain Valley Police Cleared in Shooting of TeenPatch.comYouth suffering from bipolar disorder was shot 38 times in violent confrontation with police in 2010. District attorney finds officers were justified in their actions. Fountain Valley police…Sibutramine-induced mania as the first manifestation of bipolar disorder. - 7thSpace Interactive (press release)
20 hours ago, 18 May 12, 10:36am
Sibutramine-induced mania as the first manifestation of bipolar disorder.7thSpace Interactive (press release)Hypomanic or manic episodes related to sibutramine treatment were earlier reported in patients who had previous history of bipolar disorder,…Award-winning rock musical explores pain, drama within bipolar disorder - LubbockOnline.com
23 hours ago, 18 May 12, 8:14am
Award-winning rock musical explores pain, drama within bipolar disorderLubbockOnline.comThis is the first time a local production has explored the pain, controversies and misunderstandings generated by bipolar disorder, and the Chandas looked for con…Mania in Teens Just as Common as in Adults - PsychCentral.com
1 day ago, 18 May 12, 6:40am
Mania in Teens Just as Common as in AdultsPsychCentral.comBy Traci Pedersen Associate News Editor The number of teens who have experienced mania— a hallmark of bipolar disorder, characterized by excessive energy, a lack of sleep and sometimes risky…Fairfield mom battles bipolar disorder, shares struggle - KPAX-TV
2 days ago, 17 May 12, 12:37pm
Fairfield mom battles bipolar disorder, shares struggleKPAX-TVBut Danielle also lives with bi-polar disorder. She first noticed signs of depression as a young adult; she recalled, "Just sad...and not being able to get out of it." She sought help, and…
Award-winning rock musical explores pain, drama within bipolar disorder - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
17 hours ago, 18 May 12, 1:52pm
Actress and acting teacher Paula Chanda recalled her husband, director and actor Bob Chanda, once told her, “Some stories can be told, but some stories should be told. “‘Next to Normal’ is such an incredibly moving piece,” she said ...Perfect Chaos: Helping My Daughter Survive Bipolar Disorder - Huffington Post
2 days ago, 17 May 12, 12:06pm
In a memory from the not so faraway past, I am standing in the hallway outside the locked entry to psychiatric Unit C, removing the strings from my daughter's sweatpants. There is another woman waiting at the door who looks just like me. She could be…Winter Born may Have Greater Risk of Developing Mental Disorders - Med India
2 days ago, 17 May 12, 9:07am
The scientists investigated whether the risk of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and recurrent depression was influenced by month of birth in England. This included nearly 58,000 patients with the disorders and more than 29 million people from ...Bipolar Disorder Made Worse by Anxiety - Softpedia
5 days ago, 14 May 12, 10:08am
Investigators with the Columbia University New York State Psychiatric Institute determined in a new study that suffering from anxiety makes bipolar disorder patients experience more severe symptoms. In other words, anxiety tends to worsen aspects of…Bipolar Symptoms Stronger When Anxiety Disorder is Present - Psych Centra
5 days ago, 14 May 12, 6:54am
People who suffer from an anxiety disorder in addition to bipolar disorder are more likely to have severe symptoms of bipolar, such as suicidal behavior, more manic episodes, and more depressive episodes, according to new research led by Regina ...
When the Cure IS the Disease
23 hours ago, 18 May 12, 7:46am
The tendency for those with bipolar disorder to use street drugs and alcohol as a form of self-medication is a very real issue.Thorazine Side Effects
23 hours ago, 18 May 12, 7:46am
Side effects of the prescription medication Thorazine - generic name Chlorpromazine - which is an antipsychotic drug that may be prescribed for the treatment of bipolar disorder as well as schizophrenia and other disorders involving psychotic symptom…Sex Sex Sex and More Sex
23 hours ago, 18 May 12, 7:46am
Hypersexuality is often a symptom of the manic phase of bipolar disorder. But if this escalates into an obsession, the person may have developed a sexual addiction.Ben Stiller
23 hours ago, 18 May 12, 7:46am
Ben Stiller - best known for There's Something About Mary - is frank about having bipolar disorder. His parents - Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara - have also talked about being in therapy for depression.Red Flags to Bipolar Disorder
23 hours ago, 18 May 12, 7:46am
Behaviors and symptoms that are warning signs of bipolar disorder in adults and children. Also: information on diagnosing bipolar disorder and treatment options for people with bipolar.
Research explores the positives of bipolar disorder
16 days ago, 3 May 12, 11:59am
The problems of living with bipolar disorder have been well documented, but a new study has captured the views of those who also report highly-valued, positive experiences of living with the condition.Evidence of familial vulnerability for epilepsy and psychosis
17 days ago, 2 May 12, 11:27am
Although the two disorders may seem dissimilar, epilepsy and psychosis are associated. Individuals with epilepsy are more likely to have schizophrenia, and a family history of epilepsy is a risk factor for psychosis. It is not known whether the conve…Body clocks may hold key for treatment of bipolar disorder
67 days ago, 13 Mar 12, 10:39am
Scientists have gained insight into why lithium salts are effective at treating bipolar disorder in what could lead to more targeted therapies with fewer side-effects.Does Borna disease virus cause mental illness?
, 31 Jan 12, 5:56pm
Over the past 30 years, numerous studies have linked Borna disease virus with mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorder and dementia, but study results have been inconsistent. Now, the first blinded, case-control stud…PCE in drinking water linked to an increased risk of mental illness, study suggests
, 20 Jan 12, 6:30pm
The solvent tetrachloroethylene (PCE) widely used in industry and to dry clean clothes is a neurotoxin known to cause mood changes, anxiety, and depression in people who work with it. To date the long-term effect of this chemical on children exposed…
Open Question: The ending of relationship is drawing nearer, how should i feel about it?
5 hours ago, 19 May 12, 1:36am
Me and my girlfriend for 3 years have recently had troubles in your relationship. She went to USA on exchange last year and has recently come back. In this year we met 4 times, twice when i visited her our there, and twice when she came back for vaca…Open Question: What happened here, and why? Am i weird?
5 hours ago, 19 May 12, 1:26am
3 years ago, I was at a family friend's house when I saw her relative. I immediately fell "in love" with him. At the time I was younger & thought it was just a crush. But (I till this day have never talked to him) it grew & grew every time I saw him.…Open Question: Not sure what to do anymore. ?
5 hours ago, 19 May 12, 1:26am
I am severely chronically sick, and am in severe pain 24/7. I have been hospital/homebound schooling for 3 years. I can't do really anything anymore I only go to doctors appointments or lay in bed. I'm sick of the never ending pain and suffering an…Open Question: I have two problem. Over the past 3 year I have blacked out. It comes out of nowhere. I get a feeling so I kno?
5 hours ago, 19 May 12, 1:25am
Open Question: what is your opinion?
6 hours ago, 19 May 12, 1:24am
what is your opnion of suicide??it is a very controversial topic sooooo.........against the rules of god?? okay??good for you if you believe but still......... you dont understand it properly i spose.
