Bipolar Disorder: Infant
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Bi-polar Birthparents!
Asked by J.V. from York
on February 28, 2011
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My husband and I recently adopted a beautiful baby boy. His birth mother is bi-polar, and the birth father 'may' be also, but definitely has some other issues. In spe...
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- My biological father has bi-polar, and I do not. There is an increased chance, but it's not something you can control, so please don't stress about it. The signs do ...
- My Mother was Manic-Depressive, my sister is also. I am not and my son has shown no signs of it either. I do believe that these illnesses can be genetic, but they can ...
- I can't help you on what symptoms or signs you should look for but I do have a concern. As much as a good parent should always be on the look out for behaviors or med...
Experience with Bi-Polar Disorder?
Asked by V.T. from Fresno
on March 8, 2007
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Hi, I've just been diagnosed with Bi-Polar Disorder. Anybody out there had any experience in this area. Any advice would be appreciated. For instance; when should I...
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- V., Yes I was also diagnosed with depression since I was 16 at 23 I was finally diagnosed with bipolar I also take Lamitical and it takes about 2 weeks or so I also...
- I have a couple friends that have has this and what I can tell you is be aware of how you are feeling and ask to make adjustments when you still do not feel right the ...
- I have been on medication for depression, and I recently began to suspect that I could have Cyclothymania which seems to be a mild form of Bipolar. But then I found th...
Can a Toddler Be Bi-polar??
Asked by K.A. from Scranton
on March 19, 2007
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I have a 2.5 year old daughter who goes to daycare 5 days a week from 9:00am to approx. 5:20pm. Sometimes she gets very angry out of the blue and just starts yelling a...
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- K., not sure but I wanted to tell you that I remember when I was that age (2 and up) that I had the most terrible anxiety and did not get treated for it until I was 20...
- Hi K., I have to agree with some of the other moms who say it sounds like terrible 2's. I have 5 children and 4 of them are girls. Not all my girls have hit that s...
- K.- It is possible for infants and toddlers to show bipolar tendencies. It is possible for them to HAVE bipolar. But unfortunately it is next to impossible to diagnos...
Husband Recently Diagnosed with Bi Polar
Asked by M.D. from Detroit
on March 6, 2008
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I have been married for almost 9 years. When my we had our first child, I noticed my husband changing. When our son was about 9 months old, I found out my husband wa...
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- My husband has been unofficially diagnosed with Bi-Polar and is being successfully treated for it. For him, it is a lot of meds - but they also have to treat some oth...
- Dear Melissa D., This may sound weird to you, but I suggest you and your husband get into a Bible study with weighdown.com. I used to be on anti-depressants f...
- WOW - I feel for you and I will pray for your family. Can't really elaborate, but, will say - trust your momma gut at all times, do WHAT EVER is necessary to protect ...
Seeking Help from Other Mom's with ADHD and or Bi Polar Children...
Asked by T.E. from Charleston
on October 20, 2006
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Anyone out there that has a child with adhd and bi polar disorder?I need some help, my son has anger issues, his dr tell's him to hit a pillow, but sometime's he hit's...
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- Being a mom is tough enough, but one diagnosed with AD/HD is a heck of a lot harder. I have two children, 16 months apart with the oldest(a boy) having AD/HD. I have...
- ADHD is hard to deal with. My son was diagnosed when he was 4 and at that time noone diagnosed kids until they were six. The doctor who had written many adhd books tol...
- Go to www.drjanicemorales.com .. this doctor, Dr. Janice Morales, cures and helps these kind of problems with NATURAL vitamins and minerals. He just has a mineral diff...
Mom of a 6 Year Old with ADHD and Possible Bi-Polar
Asked by L.E. from Flagstaff
on November 11, 2006
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I am looking for someone who has experience with this. I have 2 other children who are younger, and they are suffering because of his problems.
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- Wow - we have some things in common. I also have three small children and my oldest (also 6) has ADHD (that's the common consensus, anyway). I am bipolar myself, and...
- I worked at UNM's Children's Psychiatric Center for the past 6 years as a Teacher and Mental Health Tech. I have experience with ADHD and Bi-polar and would be happy ...
- my son is 12 with adhd any ? just ask i been throough it a long time ###-###-####
Extremly Stressed - Anxiety Attacks - Possible Bi Polar? I Need Advice -Help
Asked by E.T. from Dallas
on September 20, 2008
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Hi there,
I get mood swings from time to time.
I recently have had a medical abortion -I know my hormones and mental health are not what they normally are at the m...
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- I'd definitely work with a professional to find the appropriate help for you. You have started with the right thing and that is to ask others for their opinion. I kn...
- Natalie, I truely feel for you. It is so difficult to just live these days, much less be a single mother and deal with all of these issues. I myself had a HORRIBLE cas...
- I am so sorry you are suffering & very proud of you to recognize that things aren't right. Please seek counseling of some type. There is not perfect answer,and there i...
Bi Polar and Pregnancy
Asked by K.B. from Albany
on July 7, 2009
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My pregnancy for my son was very rough. I has huge mood problems and depression which I had never had before. When it didn't go away for almost a year and a half aft...
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- K., I would never use medication of any kind while trying to concieve a baby. The last thing you need is a baby with birth defects or death. You should detox your bod...
- I was on lithium w/both my pregnacies - I was considered a high risk pregnancy b/c the one major issue was something w/the development w/one of the chambers in the hea...
- Dear K., I can't recommend a specific medication (sorry!), but you might want to consult with a naturaopathic physician. He/she might be able to recommend a natural...
Seeking Info on Bi Polar/ADHD Child
Asked by C.H. from Oklahoma City
on February 20, 2007
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I am a single mother of a 3 year old boy who has been diagnosed with Bi Polar and ADHD I am looking for maybe a support group or just other mothers that have or are de...
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- C., Please do not put your child on meds. I am manic depressive(bi-polar) and adhd. I have been going to my psych and taking meds for a long time. I know that ...
- Hi, My 6 year old has ADHD and his phycoligist says he is bi poler, but cant diagnose him until he is 8. I thought that was the rule. What state are you in??
- Have you talked to your son about his father at all? Have you given him any answer on why he isn't in his life? You say "there's no way I can explain it to him in a ...
Bipolar Husband
Asked by M.C. from Boston
on November 2, 2006
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Hi all,
My husband is Bipolar (diagnosed 5 years ago and on meds/therapy) and we have an 16 mo old son. He works two jobs and is an amazing, attentive father and a ...
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- Hi M., Although I don't have a husband who is Bipolar, I do have a Aunt who has been suffering with this disease. I also am an addictions and Mental Health counselor,...
- Ah, as bad as it seems, just imagine being raied by someone bipolar... welcome to My World. My mother's bipolar, and did NOT take medication other than self-medicated...
- my hubby is bi-polar also & found out after they thought was just depression & just say i would have been a widow w/3 kids instead of 4 if i hadn't caught him in time....
