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Bi-Polar Disorder and Addiction…Dangerous and Prevalent
Bi-polar sufferers who also abuse drugs or alcohol are 20 times more likely to commit suicide than the general population. This fact alone compels immediate treatment for anyone with a dual diagnosis of bi-polar and addiction. Don't wait to get help.
Taking Care of Yourself When a Loved One Has Bipolar
Living with a person with bipolar is overwhelming. We often neglect ourselves and this can lead to burnout. Here are some tips for caring for yourself when the goal is to help a love one who has bipolar disorder.
Getting Pastoral Counseling for Serious Mental Illnesses
Bipolar or schizophrenia...is a pastoral counselor really a valid option? Yes! Pastoral counselors are trained mental health professionals that ALSO have training in interjecting spirituality into the therapeutic process.
How to Spot and Treat Psychosis in the Pre-Illness Phase (It Never Has to Get Fully Symptomatic)
Psychosis: it affects 3%, but if you spot and treat it in the pre-illness phase you can stop the symptoms before they even get started. Learn the warning signs of the prodromal phase.
Bipolar Disorder Treatment Options
An overview of common treatment approaches for bipolar disorder
Recognizing Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that causes alternating periods of mania (an emotional high) with periods of depression (an emotional low).
The Different Types of Bipolar Disorder
The signs and symptoms of the 4 basic varieties of bipolar disorder