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Has anyone been diagnosed Bipolar Type 1 and continued to stay on their meds through pregnancy?

admin — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 07:25:55 +0000

Question by Beezer: Has anyone been diagnosed Bipolar Type 1 and continued to stay on their meds through pregnancy?
And if so, have you had any problems, what is the risk to the baby? Also what medication were you on for Bipolar Type 1?

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Answer by mn mom of 2
i am on zoloft and i am pregnant. my doc says it is the safest drug out there of that sort, and it is even safe while breastfeeding. but taking any type of meds during pregnancy scares me. ask your doc if your meds are safe for baby.

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Has anyone dated a guy who has bipolar type 2?

admin — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 07:25:19 +0000

Question by Janie C: Has anyone dated a guy who has bipolar type 2?
i’m dating this guy who has bipolar type 2 and he is taking medication and undergoing therapy. how is the person usually?

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Answer by Andrea Returns
with Bipolar 2 if he is taking his meds and being responsible about it then it is not a big deal.. at least not like Schizophrenic or psychotic Bipolar…. With Bipolar 2 he is likely to experience periods of major depression and short periods of hypomania or elevated mood (overly happy and productive)… but if he stays on his meds and in therapy he may be just as normal as anyone….

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Do you or anyone you know have Bipolar Disorder?

admin — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 12:41:20 +0000

I have Type II Bipolar Disorder. Do you or anyone else have any type?

I take Zyprexa. What medications do your or anyone you know take?

Has anyone ever heard of Sublingual B-12 as a treatment for Bipolar with Manic tendencies???

admin — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:14:03 +0000

Some say that Bipolar mania is caused from a B-12 deficiency. If that be the case would B-12 sublingual correct that problem. As are B-12 injections so much more potent than B-12 sublingual?

Can anyone offer me some advice on finding the RIGHT medication for bipolar & paranoid schizophrenia?

admin — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:13:59 +0000

I’ve been browsing the web in hopes of finding a medication that will work for a young man aged 20 who is suffering these illnesses and whose psych doesnt seem to know what to prescribe or really care. He has morbid hallucinations and severe mood swings and a desire to kill himself. There are so many different meds for this – and we need to find the RIGHT one for him quick. So whatever advice and experience is offered will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Does anyone else have a bipolar parent ??? ?

admin — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 12:36:09 +0000

My mother has rapid-cycling type 1 bipolar. I was wondering if there is ANYONE on the face of the earth that has the same problem as me: living with them on a day to day basis. My therapist suggested that i find a person who is about my age (teenager) that can relate so I don’t feel so alone.

So is there anyone else dealing with this or am I truly all alone?

Are twins more likely to be bipolar than anyone else?

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:32:30 +0000

Someone did a research paper in my class about bipolar and they mention that twins are more likely to have a bipolar disorder than any one else. I did my research online and couldn’t find any facts about that.

Does anyone know anything about an implant for the treatment of bipolar disorder?

admin — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:38:48 +0000

Anyone taking Wellbutrin XL for combine type ADD/ADHD? If so please respond and let me now how it made u feel?

admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:40:08 +0000

I haven’t been to see a psych Doc yet. Waiting to get a referral from my primary care doc. The psychologist that tested me said I could possibly have cyclothymia which is a mild version of Bipolar sometimes called Bipolar III. I don’t have any depression symptoms though. I used several online test for depression. I have also read that people that are ADHD tend to be moody also though. Anyone on here taken Wellbutrin for Bipolar? I am in recovery from crack addiction clean 7 years and am concerned about taking the stimulant medications. I would really like someone elses input on this. Thanks
So has anyone on here taken wellbutrin for ADHD and how did you respond to it?? Anyone on here have a dual diagnosis of adhd and bipolar that has taken wellbutrin??

Does anyone in your family have bipolar disorder?

admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:28:32 +0000

If so, how has it affected you and your loved ones?

Anyone had SPECT imaging brain scan for ADHD Bipolar Depression etc, like Amen Clinics &did insurance cover?

admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:28:31 +0000

Here’s my full question: Have you or anyone you know of had SPECT Brain Imaging at a specialty place, such as Amen Clinics, OR any other place that does this, for psychiatric evaluation of disorders such as ADD, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar, head trauma, Dementia, drugs/alcohol abuse, etc. and got the insurance company to pay all or part of the cost?

It is well over $3,000 and they make you pay up front, providing you with only a walk-out receipt for (possible) reimbursement from the insurance carrier. On the Amen Clinics website, it says that some insurance carriers will reimburse but not all. However, I have read some websites where some people said that their private health insurances don’t cover it and have yet to find anyone’s testimony on the internet saying that it was covered (except for one, whose doctor wrote a letter of necessity to the insurance company).

I’m 19 and don’t have insurance but am thinking about it in the future. I have had symptoms of ADHD as a child, teenager, and adult, as well as some depression and sadness as a teen (because I was emotionally abused at home by my aunt & uncle), and maybe a little bit of bipolar symptom (not the extreme mania or psychosis you might hear people do have). I also had a few epileptic seizures as a child and so far have taken Carbamazepine age 8-10 for that & Zoloft and then Lexapro (not together) when I was 16-18. I have not yet taken ADHD meds, but might in the near future when I begin seeing a psychiatrist again.

I haven’t been recommended yet for this treatment and I know it’s risky to choose it all on my own for insurance purposes without referral. Other than the example I gave above, can anyone tell me about their own and/or someone else’s experience and specifically what insurance plan type (HMO, PPO, etc) and carrier was used to reimburse for this, and how much of it they paid? Tell me what happened in detail to give me some clues, so I know if I can get this also.

Even if they didn’t reimburse, please feel free to share your story; every little bit helps. Thank you so much and sorry about this being so long

I have seen previous responses here but so far NONE of them provide the answers I need for my question. Now just to clarify, I have been on SEVERAL different treatment medications and NONE of them worked. ADHD stimulants are the only medicine my psych doctors haven’t prescribed to me yet because of other (slightly false) diagnoses of depression and even bipolar. I’m not directly planning on doing the SPECT scan anytime soon, only as a last resort. I know better than that‼ It may take up to 5 years or more before I ever start such a thing! The other issue I have is that I will do anything to prove if I have REAL ADHD because some psychiatrists are reluctant to give stimulants to adults *sometimes* because they think we might abuse them.
NO I am NOT trying to abuse anything; I just want to take it IF it’s found to be right for my condition. I WISH I DIDN’T HAVE TO TAKE ANYTHING‼ Even if I do get the ADHD stimulants, if that doesn’t work, then what am I gonna do? I would only want to do the scans to speed up the process if other treatments have failed. Please don’t tell me what not to do because I never I was going to do it right away. I may be young but I know better than to do something expensive and under-necessary. I just need my main question answered: HAS ANYONE HAD THE SPECT BRAIN SCAN DONE AND ALSO GOTTEN PRIVATE INSURANCE TO REIMBURSE YOU FOR IT??? One example is Amen Clinics that does this. No unsolicited mental health advice, please!! unless you have an answer to give and/or a story to tell me about your experience. Sorry, it’s just that I don’t want the entire page to be clogged with stuff I didn’t ask for. Thank you.
For example, blue_bipo2 is the only yahoo member at this time who has given me the type of answer I’m looking for, but I’m still not finished yet and may extend the answering period for my question if I need to.

Does anyone know if theres anyway to get tested for bipolar for free?

admin — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 12:49:38 +0000

I had a few years back gone to a mental health hospital,talked to phyciatrist and he was pretty certain i had a mild form of bipolar syndrome, i had an apointment with an md to check for sure.
I bailed out of it cuz i was afraid,anways when i finally came through.
my healthcare had run out.and i have none.does anyone know of any programs in ca?

Has anyone tried alternative treatments for ocd/bipolar? I don’t like putting all these drugs in my system

admin — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 12:38:00 +0000

accupuncture/pressure, magnets, etc.
Clarification: I am NOT going off my current meds; I have been medicated for years and just want to believe there is something out there that works better–as I can tell you first hand, my illness has been largely treatment-resistant. And while they’re generally thought to be safe, I do have to have my liver checked with my current bipolar med.

Is anyone knowledgeable about manic depression/bipolar disorder?

admin — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 12:37:54 +0000

I found out today my neice has it and is taking Depakote and Prozac for it. At times she’s extremely paranoid and I’m wondering how this may fit into the original diagnosis. She’s seeing a psychiatrist currently, but wouldn’t a behavioral therapist be better? Any opinions or advice?

Anyone know of good & effective dual diagnosis rehab centers?

admin — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 12:29:41 +0000

I’ve decided to get myself some help and need advice on treatment centers. I need a place that specializes in mental-illness(more specifically, bipolar) along with drug and alcohol addiction. I haven’t the slightest clue how to locate a quality program and need some help. If anyone knows of any or has gone through a similar situation, please share.

Can anyone explain bipolar cells?

admin — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 12:37:17 +0000

I have a psychology project and my teacher asked me to research bipolar cells and its importance pertaining to the eyes and visions. Can anyone contribute some info. for me? I read my book, but was still unclear of what it does and how it is important. Greatly appreciate any helps.

Is anyone who is bipolar here? If so, do you have problems with love relationships?

admin — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 12:37:15 +0000

I am young….in my 20′s and have trouble with love relationships……they never seem stable because I can never have a constant stable thought about the relationship more than a few weeks….how can I help this?

Does anyone know of a medication for bipolar disorder that does not cause weight gain?

admin — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:12:54 +0000

I’m either going to start an atypical anti psychotic or a mood stabilizer but I have a really hard time with weight gain already and struggle to lose weight so I need something will not make this worse, any suggestions??

Has anyone had experience with the drug Seroquel?

admin — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 12:37:07 +0000

I looked it up and found that it is used for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Is it more commonly used for bipolar? And why would this drug be used as opposed to a different bipolar drug? Any info about this drug would be appreciated.
Also, is it ever used just to treat general depression?

Has anyone ever dated a BIPOLAR person? How does being bipolar affect your romantic relationships and dating?

admin — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 12:31:32 +0000

My date, 16, is extremely bipolar, but takes Seroquil which seems to work.

In addition to being bipolar, my date also has ADD, Anxiety, Fear of Failure, and also just completed rehab for marijuana addiction.

My date also just completed 3 months in foster care becuase the bio mom was addicted to drugs.

What are some of the complications I can expect dealing with ALL these psychological issues. What are some common things I should be expecting or looking out for?

He’s also Paranoid, and theres a Schizophrenia component to his bipolar disorder.

EDIT: And to you TROLLS who insist you know-it-all about my life: yes he IS my boyfriend and yes he IS my date. We got back together so theres NO reason to “move on.”

You can practice being an “online psychologist” somewhere else, and better yet ask for a refund because obviously your advice is worthless.

Anyone bipolar & been pregnant- did you take medication during your pregnancies?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:39:25 +0000

I have bipolar type 2 and am 6 weeks away from my scheduled c-section. I haven’t taken any medication during this pregnancy or with my other child. I have had pretty bad anxiety throughout the pregnancy and some lack of concentration but until recently I was able to manage . I haven’t slept well from the beginning of the pregnancy but now I have only been sleeping 2- 4 hours a night for about the last 5 weeks and it has caught up with me. I normally have to take high dosages of benzodiazepenes to sleep & obviously I can’t do that while pregnant. I take benadryl or tylenol PM, which are both a joke but it has been better than nothing until this point. I know there are other things I could take that might take the edge off so I can sleep but I am not sure if I should for the sake of the baby’s health. I have been holding on by the skin of my teeth and I know I don’t have that much longer to go but I don’t want to start out having had no sleep when the new baby gets here. Help!
Also, I did call my psychiatrist today but he hasn’t gotten back to me yet. He is aware of the anxiety and sleeping problems I have been having but doesn’t know how bad it has gotten. Even if he recommends medication, I want some other opinions. I feel guilty about taking something but i’m trying to think about my 4 year-old too and that I might start taking my stress out on him (NOT physically) but you know what I mean.
I won’t be able to sleep when my baby sleeps because I have another child who doesn’t nap and never stops talking. I tried to nap with him on the couch today and everytime I was just about to dose off he would start talking to me again. Trust me, unless someone else is here to help me (which my Mom will be for the first month) I will NEVER sleep fo the first few months. Unless you are bipolar you can’t understand the intense anxiety that prevents you from sleeping, and just how detrimental it is that you do sleep. My point is that the baby isn’t even here yet & I can’t sleep because of anxiety and also because I can’t get comfortable due to pregnancy aches and pains. I was looking for advice on if I should or shouldn’t take meds right now.

Does anyone know how caffeine, tobacco, & alcohol affect people who are taking Lamictal for Bipolar II?

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:35:54 +0000

My psychologist says these substances take away the benefits of the medication, Lamictal. But I just dont see a problem with them. If anything, Im taking this medication for nothing if I feel fine and still consume these three things. I dont know how he can expect me to give up caffeine & tobacco, but the alcohol I know I have to keep under control. He says that by consuming these three substances, the medication doesnt do it’s job. However, I have yet to find anything on the internet to support this.
To be honest, I dont think I needed the Lamictal at all. I went on it by his recommendation when I wanted to get off Cymbalta, which I was prescribed during a bad year of death in the family….for Stress. My stress is now under control. And Im thinking the Lamictal isnt doing anything since I consume these 3 things pretty regularly. Ive been on Lamictal for about 5 months. I kinda think these dr’s just want to support the pharmacuetical companies and drain our insurance benefits.

Does anyone know all the symptoms of bipolar disorder?

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 12:36:43 +0000

We think our nephew may be bipolar.

Is anyone raising a little girl with bipolar?

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 12:36:37 +0000

My 8 soon to be 9 year old daughter has always had strange behavior problems. She is quiet and shy in school. But is very angry and moody at home. She can change from being happy and chatty to be screaming and raging in a heartbeat. When she was a newborn we could not put her in a vehicle, she screamed and cried bloody murder until she was over a year old. She has never slept through the night and cannot sleep alone. She used to panic if a shirt was too tight going over her head, that has gotten better but the fear is still there if the shirt lingers over her face for too long. These are just a few of the things that have happened and continue happening as she gets older. Her father has been diagnosed with bipolar and has a history of it in his family. I know it is hereditary and I just would like an opinion of wether or not I should bring these problems up with her doctor or if I’m just being paranoid.?
I never said I wanted her put on medication. I also do not believe in drugging children for no reason, but I also do see the good side of therapy and was hoping for more details on how to handle the behavioral issues. I am at the end of my rope and need help not critizism. Thanks
I was married to her father for two years and he was without a doubt bipolar. The episodes were horrible and violent. His aunt is also mentally ill, I do not know what her diagnoses is but I have also seen her have episodes and she is uncontrollable and violent. I think that since these mental illnesses are hereditary I may look closer for answers in her behavior in that area. But I have two other children at home that this is effecting.
Maybe I should mention some of the other symptoms….she loved horses and never had a fear of them, never had anything to happen that should scare her. Now all of a sudden she’s terrified. She is and always has been very sexual. (no she has NOT been molested. My daughter is never left alone with any man. I’m very particular about this subject.) Anyway, she is always hot, never keeps covers on and never sleeps in anything more than a t-shirt and panties. She has done fine in school and loves school, and now she is having panic attacks and not wanting to go. Yes, I’ve discussed if something has happened to her at school and she claims that nothing has happened and I have also had her grandparents and other influential people talk to her about this and no one can get anything out of her. She is constantly worried that me or anyone close to her is going to die. She is obsessed with blood and gore and I have caught her looking up pictures of dead animals. The list goes on and on

anyone know anything about bipolar disorder?

admin — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 12:28:43 +0000

I have a 6yr old boy that was just diagnosed with bipolar and regular punishments do not work for him, even praises he could care less about. The only meds that the docs have out him on are geodon and i really do not think that is working. Does anyone else know of any different meds out there for bi polar, or what works with a bipolar child? Any kind of asisstance would be helpful. He had actually tried to pull a cops gun so he could shoot him, thats why i say its not working. Please someone help that has knowledge or experience with this. I love my child to death but dont want to see him hurt someone or himself.