Care for Bipolar Families
A resource for family members and caregivers of people who are bipolar.
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June 17, 2009 Popular Report in 2003 on Gene for Depression FlawedThe New York Times reported today that a 2003 report which created a stir among scientists because it offered supposedly scientific proof why some people bounce back after a stressful life event while others plunge … June 5, 2009 Reuters Reports New Drugs (Alarmingly) to be Prescribed to YouthsJust found this report on Reuters today. My wife used to take these and they really wigged her out and caused weight gain. Here’s a snippet: From Dan Three antipsychotic drugs …. risks must be weighed as the makers seek to … February 7, 2009 Hurry Down Sunshine, New Novel About Author Michael Greenberg’s Bipolar DaughterHere’s something we didn’t know: James Joyce once took his mentally ill daughter to the famous psychoanalyst Carl Jung. In a similar move, Michael Greenberg has created an engrossing memoir about Bipolar Disorder. In July 1996, he watched his daughter … February 1, 2009 UPDATE 2/1/09: A story from one of our membersUPDATE 2/1/09: After several questions and comments, we wanted to make sure that all members, caregivers, family and sufferers understand that this was a pretty radical change for this family and that they only undertook the change under a doctor’s … January 26, 2009 The Genetic Link Between Schizophrenia and Bipolar DisorderThe Lancet published a study on the apparent genetic connection between Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder in January 2009. Here is a snippt of the findings: The doctors conducting the study aimed to assess genetic and environmental contributions to liability … The Taurine/Bipolar Connection: Is It a Natural Bipolar Cure?Many websites are touting the natural healing power of taurine for people with bipolar disorder. In line with this, is this recent news story about the subject. In part the report states: … Research efforts … December 22, 2008 Tips to Help Avoid Holiday BluesThis published today in the Jackson Sun: Stay within a budget for the holidays Focus on the true meaning of the holidays and relationships Get involved in helping others in some way Check on and help a neighbor Volunteer work with an organization … December 18, 2008 FDA Requires New Warning For Bipolar MedFDA Requests Suicide Warning on Epilepsy Drug Sometimes Prescribed to Bipolar Sufferers The … September 23, 2008 Parenting Tips for Bipolar ChildrenThis is nearly 18 minutes long, but it is an interesting radio broadcast from yesterday, September 22, 2008, on NPR’s Behind Closed Doors. Parents sometimes find themselves unprepared when their children are diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a mental illness. … September 5, 2008 Bipolar Family Care as a Group Proves Beneficial in TeensIn an article dated Sept., 2007, the JAMA/Archives journals reported that families of people diagnosed as bipolar who seek therapy together (when used in conjunction with medication) seems to have a stabilizing effect on depression symptoms among … August 20, 2008 The Bipolar and Sodium, Calcium Connection? So, What? Eat More Salt?Ok. This is pretty long August 19, 2008 Top Comments for the week of 8/17 to 8/24 2008irisI am gluten intolerant .. I am interested on how the CNS is affected also and what are the differences (if any) between celiac disease and intolerance to gluten and bipolar? June 19, 2008 New Bipolar FoundationA story ran today in the Tyler Morning Telegraph about Melody Stroud, a woman who started a nonprofit called the Bipolar Awareness Foundation to further awareness and support throughout East Texas. Stroud, lost for 15 years before beginning treatment … March 25, 2008 2008 NAMIWALKSOnce again NAMI is planning a whole slew of NAMIWALKS across the US. Family and caregivers of folks with bipolar: Find the one closest to you here and support a good cause. March 22, 2008 Dr. John Kelsoe, Psynomics, and Home Bipolar Gene TestsThis story broke earlier today when the Mercury News ran an AP feature. Here’s part of the story with a link at the end to the rest of the article: Bipolar gene test stirs debate over at-home genetic test… March 20, 2008 One Newspaperman’s Lament?I found this well-written, though it appears anonymous memoir from someone who dealt with bipolar secretly for most of his life. Here are a couple excerpts: Dealing with any type of mental illness isn’t easy but I want … March 12, 2008 The Northwest Florida Daily News reported that a Bipolar sufferer’s companion dog disappeared in DestinThe Northwest Florida Daily News reported that a Bipolar sufferer’s companion dog disappeared in Destin. Florida Mom DESTIN — It has been nearly a week since Paris, a black and white mixed breed dog with a curly, happy tail, disappeared … February 8, 2008 Anyone had any luck with Geodon (zeldox) vs. Respiridone?-Posted by “Kelowna Kanuck” My wife is currently taking resperidone, but it causes weight gain, which in turn makes her more depressed. Anyone tried Geodon (zeldox in canada) for mild psychotic episodes? Here’s some info on it: February 7, 2008 A Bipolar, Candida, Celiac, Thyroid Connection? Or, candida, help the thyroid and heal bipolar?We are currently investigating the low thyroid and candida relationships connecting bypolar disorder and celiac disease. Please take a moment to give us your input on the right under Polls. Here are some of our findings thus far: There is … Researchers in Quebec claim major breakthrough in understanding bipolar disorderFeb. 7, 2008 - CNW Group reported today that since lithium was first used, over January 29, 2008 Ad vitam paramus - ic volo, sic iubeo(We are preparing for life I want this, I order this.) Commonplace and natural are two words that should not be allowed to define bipolar disorder in your home. The cyclic, compulsive cycles of symptoms should not unite with your childhood … January 22, 2008 Pregnant women with bipolar, stop medication?Sources (accessed at the public library): ajp.psychiatryonline.org/cgi/content/full/164/12/1817 In line with recent worries about the effect of coffee, or all caffeine, on pregnant women, and their fetus, Psychiatry Online reports that doctors should balance carefully the potential harm … January 21, 2008 Shades of black: This article ran in the Jerusalem Post on Jan. 13, 2008Vincent Van Gogh’s 1890 painting, “On the Threshold of Eternity,” well depicts depression. With its blue tones and the figure of a despondent old man so doubled over in his chair that his face isn’t visible, it shows how lonely … January 20, 2008 Were our Thousand Year Old Ancestors Really Depression Free?Were our Thousand Year Old Ancestors Really Depression FreAuthor: Denzing Jones It is said that depression has become as rampant as it is today only with the onset of the modern age. The amount of stress, complexities, tensions … January 18, 2008 Bipolar Central releases Bipolar myths reportJanuary 18, 2008 - The founder of Bipolar Central released a free report to dispel various myths about bipolar disorder. The report outlines the top ten lies about bipolar disorder - some deadly - and truths about managing … January 9, 2008 If your spam filter doesn’t block it, Canadian company offers Pig Pills!The Vancouver Sun reported last Saturday that “a dry cocktail of vitamins and minerals that calms aggressive pigs and seems to have eradicated bipolar disorder symptoms in almost 10,000 North Americans,” may be the future of treatment for … The Medicated (bipolar) Child, PBS’ FrontlineThis is a snippet from a release on PBS.org about a show tonight: In recent years, there’s been a dramatic increase in the number of children being diagnosed with serious psychiatric disorders and prescribed medications that are just beginning … January 8, 2008 Kind words for our contributor ‘Daniel’ from a fellow bloggerAnyone who gets a chance should check out Hinsley Ford’s … January 5, 2008 Tracking the timeline of Britney Spears’ bipolar diagnosis: From Sinead O’Connor to family sources today
January 4, 2008 Abstract regarding caregivers of people with bipolarThe journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology published this abstract back in Nov. 2007, by Caregiver burden and coping; A prospective study of relationship between burden and coping in caregivers … |
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In what may turn out to be a rather prophetic observation, on Oct. 4, 2007, the Associated Press reported that Sinead O’Connor said, in an interview on the Oprah Winfrey show, that before being …
