Nov 24
Where to get help
How to get help
Treatment for Bipolar Disorder
This is sad. BPD is treatable and with treatment, your life will change, not just your out look on life. Several of the other posters gave good advice on where to start, including school. The web sites listed above will also help.
Depending upon where you live, find a support group if possible. BPD is so much easier to deal with if you have help.
Don't give up. Keep at it, you can control this, but maybe not alone. Look into the answers from this question and then post another, and if necessary, another.
November 24th, 2008 at 7:40 pm
If you see a Gyno, then make an appointment to see her or him and let them know what is going on with you. They should be able to refer you to someone. Or if you are at school, then go to the School Counselor and ask for help.
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Someone who suffers from depression
November 24th, 2008 at 7:55 pm
Talk to someone at school. There is probably a counselor.
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November 24th, 2008 at 8:27 pm
Massachusetts General Hospital Bipolar Research Program
Web Address: http://www.manicdepressive.org
The Massachusetts General Hospital Bipolar Research Program Web site provides current research information and treatment opportunities for bipolar disorder. If a person meets the requirements, he or she may be eligible to participate in the clinical research on this disorder.
NIMH: Bipolar Disorder
National Institute of Mental Health
Web Address: http://www.nimh.nih.gov/healthinformation/bipolarmenu.cfm
The National Institute of Mental Health provides information on its Web site such as discussions of current research, pamphlets, factual information, and ongoing studies into the cause and treatment of bipolar disorder for both adults and children.
National Mental Illness Screening Project
One Washington Street
Suite 304
Wellesley, MA 02481
Web Address: http://www.nmisp.org
The National Mental Illness Screening Project is a nonprofit organization that helps coordinate mental health screening programs across the United States. These are community-based programs whose screenings are free and anonymous. Visit the organization's Web site to find out where you can get a free screening in your area to help you decide whether you have a mental health problem.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
730 N. Franklin Street
Suite 501
Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: 1-800-826-3632. This is also a hot line for help with depression and bipolar.
Fax: (312) 642-7243
Web Address: http://www.dbsalliance.org
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance publishes brochures, books, and videotapes about the treatment of mood disorders, all available free of charge or for a nominal fee. They also have an information and referral line and their website contains helpful information.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)
2107 Wilson Boulevard, Colonial Place Three
Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22201-3042
Phone: 1-800-950-NAMI (1-800-950-6264). This is also a hot line for help with depression.
(703) 524-7600
Fax: (703) 524-9094
TDD: (703) 516-7227
Web Address: http://www.nami.org
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill is a national self-help and family advocacy organization dedicated solely to improving the lives of people with severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic depression), major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder. NAMI focuses on support, education, advocacy, and research. The mission of the organization is to "eradicate mental illness and improve the quality of life of those affected by these diseases."
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November 24th, 2008 at 8:53 pm
Talk to a counsalor or get an appointment with a psychitrist
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November 24th, 2008 at 9:25 pm
There are also many websites and books that focus on BPD. Even if your family is not directly helping you, you have to make the effort to help yourself. Arm yourself with information. Strive to understand it. Empower yourself. That is the first step to dealing with it.
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November 24th, 2008 at 9:54 pm
This is sad. BPD is treatable and with treatment, your life will change, not just your out look on life. Several of the other posters gave good advice on where to start, including school. The web sites listed above will also help.
Depending upon where you live, find a support group if possible. BPD is so much easier to deal with if you have help.
Don't give up. Keep at it, you can control this, but maybe not alone. Look into the answers from this question and then post another, and if necessary, another.
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