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Bipolar Disorder Resources
Check this list of online resources for information on diagnosing, treating, and coping with bipolar disorder. Learn about bipolar symptoms, get the latest statistics, and locate a doctor with expertise in treating the disorder.
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Understanding Bipolar Disorder -- Treatment
Bipolar disorder is treated with three main classes of medication: mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and, while their safety and effectiveness for the condition are sometimes controversial, antidepressants. Typically, treatment entails a combination of at least one mood-stabilizing drug and/or atypical antipsychotic, plus psychotherapy. The most widely used drugs for the treatment of bipolar disorder include lithium carbonate and valproic acid (also known as Depakote). Lithium carbonate can...
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
DBSA’s mission is to improve the lives of people living with mood disorders. This link will take you to their web site.
Related Web Site: Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance