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Any Mom with a Young Child That May Be Suffering with Bipolar?
Started to take her to a counselor 2 months ago to see if there was anything going on. And do to some family history of bipolar,ADHD and depression she is ...
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- I have two children on meds for bipolar, although the psychiatrist will not give me the diagnosis. I recommend "The Bipola Child" by Dimitri and Janice Papolos The...
- Bipolar runs in my family pretty strong, I've got it and so do my dad & several siblings. My son who's 6 1/2 is showing signs of having it also. I take st. john's wort...
- As a school social worker, I would see child's mental health specialist and get a second opinion. Bi Polar sees to be the diagnosis of choice (much like ADHD was seve...
Can a Bipolar Young Woman Plan to Be a Mother?
I am bipolar and I am a mother of 2. There are meds you can take while pregnant. However I am lucky enough to have a .... Teen Mis-diagnosed with Bipolar II ...
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- I'm sure this is a very touchy, painful issue. I know a lady who is bipolar who is a very good mother, when she isn't institutionalized. This is something to very pr...
- M.: A psychiatrist has a job because they can prescribe drugs. Bi-polar individuals have a c1/C2 misalignment that is correctable by a TRAINED Upper Cervical doctor...
- M., I do not know of any women who have bipolar disorder who have become mothers, but I do know that you are able to take anti-depressants while pregnant. My husba...
Bipolar
I have been dealing with this for 2 1/2 years with my 2 children and it doesn't get any easier. I had my beliefs that it was bipolar for a year and a half ...
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- There is some GREAT information at www.familyvillage.wisc.edu or www.wifamilyties.org Each child is different we have dealt with everything from ADHD,Bi-pola...
- J. First of all - big hugs. I can tell this is heartbreaking for you. Second, have you looked into places like Lutheran Social Services? Their fee is sliding scale...
- J., first of all my heart goes out to you, I have a son that was diagnosed with Attention deficit /hyperactivity disorder when he was in kindergarten and we are now w...
This Is Not Normal Teenage Behavior
I too am bipolar Type II. Type I is very different than type II and it sound like your daughter is type II. Hormonal changes throughout the month is going ...
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- I am able to look at your situation from both points of view. I too am bipolar Type II. Type I is very different than type II and it sound like your daughter is type I...
- My daughter has bipolar also. You didn't state if she was on any kind of medication or not, and if not, then that would be the first thing I would do. Someone with bi...
- I also have a request here for issues with respect. So I know exactly how you feel. You are not alone with how you feel toward your daughter. However, I am at my wits ...
My 4 Year Old Daughter Might Be Bipolar
... of behavior and is being evaluated to see if she is bipolar. Do any of you have bipolar children? How do you..." ... Teen Mis-diagnosed with Bipolar II ...
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- I would be VERY VERY careful about accepting a diagnosis of bipolar in a child so young. I would also recommend at least 3 different evaluations (by different special...
- Before you get swept up in the world of medications & diagnosis, please look into some alternatives. I have seen too many children & adults end up on an extreme amoun...
- M.--I know this is a difficult time for your family; waiting for a diagnosis and not knowing what is going on, how you can help, etc. is difficult. Also, it is so ver...
Father with Mental Issues
I hope your husband is NOT bipolar, for the sake of all involved. From where I sit, it sounds like he ... Next question: Teen Mis-diagnosed with Bipolar II ...
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- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_disorder Hi S.- read the above link, particularly the part titled "Manic Episode". One of my aunts and one of my uncles is bip...
- I would keep it simple when telling your son like "Daddy is sick right now and he needs to get better before you see him again." Just reassure him that Daddy still lov...
- Hi, I went through the very same thing and it definately sounds like bi-polar to me. The lying,paranoia,the deviant sexual behavior, all bi-polar. My ex was crazy and ...
Anyone with Depression and Anxiety?
I, myself, have also been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and things were very stressful after a very problematic ..... Teen Mis-diagnosed with Bipolar II ...
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- Hi A., I have a question for you. If you had diabities, would you take insulin for it? If you had cancer, would you recieve chemo to get rid of it? If you had hig...
- A., Bipolar is an illness and it needs to be treated. You will never be able to control it completely, just like a diabetic may never be able to always control their b...
- A., Try a walk everyday. Exercise helps release endorphins in your system and picks you up. I think you need some alone time. Caring for that many little ones can ...
Mental Illness
Bipolar is NOT caused by diet, it is often a genetic condition. Being a devout Christian has nothing ..... Next question: Teen Mis-diagnosed with Bipolar II ...
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- V., Don't feel that you are alone. I have struggled with depression for years and since I have been at my current job I have had 3 melt downs in the past 30 days. ...
- I'm touched by your message, V.. I'm also a mom an a grandma. I won't "preach" at you, or at least I sincerely hope you won't interpret my response in that way. Alth...
- Hello Vicki. You seem like a wonderful person who is creative and compassionate. It's time to concentrate on you. Take the meds, and keep a daily journal. Write each d...
Bi-polar Disorder
Read all 8 responses: "I have a son who is bi-polar aand I am having problems ... I have callled and emailed everywhere iI can think of to try and get help. ...
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- S.- I am to bi polar I can remember my mom had problems affording my meds too.. The Doc Always gave us coupons for 10.00 off maybe try asking your doc if he has any.....
- I have been told to keep trying to get the SSI. I heard it can take a while. Since you live in Iowa. Contact Hawk-i medical insurance. Its almost like having medipass....
- I feel for you. My 17 year old daughter is a low grade bi-polar, obsesive defiant disorder, epileptic, and depresed. There are many goverment agencies out there that...
Tantrums - Anybody Konw Good Literature?
Read all 6 responses: "Until a few days ago I thought my 2 yo daughter's tantrums could not get any worse (I thought ... Teen Mis-diagnosed with Bipolar II ...
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- you should read "The Strong Willed Child" by James Dobson. It will help greatly. It's been a best seller for many years. best of luck. L.
- It seems that you have received some really great advice already. In addition to "Love and Logic" and "The Out Of Sync Child", I would encourage you to read "You Can'...
- Dr,Kevin Leman is fantastic....all his books are at library. Hang in there...they will eventually learn to control their emotions and their desire to "be in control" b...
