Substance abuse and bipolar disorder: A lethal mix
Here's a troubling statistic: more than 60 per cent of people with Bipolar I Disorder also have a lifetime diagnosis of Substance Use Disorder, and just under 50 per cent of those with Bipolar II Disorder – considered the less severe form, also have a …
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'Homeland' Recap: Carrie's Secrets Are Exposed On The Season 3 Premiere
First of all, she said she decided to stop taking “traditional” medication for her bipolar disorder, instead medicating herself with exercise. And sleep. And tequila. Not only is that not a real thing, but that mistake also led to her second mistake of …
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Vanity Came Knocking: Being Safe with My Bipolar
Vanity Came Knocking: Being Safe with My Bipolar I nearly checked myself into the mental ward recently. I've been once, and it is no vacation. But, one ordinary day in September, I was in that much pain. And I didn't trust myself enough to be safe …
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