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Living with Haldol and Bipolar DisorderLiving with Haldol and bipolar disorder, a personal account
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Parkinson's Disease and Haldol / Haloperidol: It's Your Life You Could Be SavingAre you aware of the dangers of taking Haldol if you have Parkinson's disease? Become educated now. -
Haldol: Medication for Borderline Personality DisorderThe older antipsychotic drug Haldol can be used on as-needed basis for crisis associated with borderline personality disorders, according to an expert in the field.
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Haldol (haloperidol) Causes Xerostomia/Dry Mouth/Cotton MouthIt would appear that Haldol is a bit of an oddity in the world of psychotropic drugs: it works well and it may even work wonders, but the severity of its side effects makes it look like a dinosaur whose time has come. -
The Truth About AntipsychoticsAntipsychotics are used to help psychotic episodes. However, when they are removed from the body, psychosis bites again with an even fiercer set of teeth. -
Saphris: A New Drug for the Treatment of Schizophrenia and Bipolar DisorderOverview of the uses of saphris to treat schizophrenia and biopolar disorder. Outlines indications, contraindications, side-effects, and dangers of the drug.
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Loving Libby, Or How I Converted My Husband into a Crazy Cat LadyAdopting an animal from a shelter can lead to unexpected happiness.
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A Thorough Look at SchizophreniaMany believe that schizophrenia is the same as multiple personality disorder or split personality, but, while schizophrenia literally translates to 'split-mind', it is referring to a disturbance in the brain's usual balance of thinking and emotions. -
Postpartum DepressionA research paper about postpartum depression and its effects on mothers. This paper will explain how to recognize the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression and differentiate it from other postpartum mood disorders.
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Delirium in the Critically IllMany suggestions have been made for the prevention and treatment of delirium but little comprehensive review of research has been done.
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Bipolar Management as Seen by a Mental Health Case ManagerStudent interviewer discusses treating Bipolar Disorder with mental health case manager, including strategies on how to address its array of symptoms.
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How to Know If You Have Low Blood Sugar Levels or HypoglycemiaHypoglycemia can be life threatening. All diabetics who are on medications should be well aware of symptoms associated with it.
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Am I Crazy?Read what I am like when I am not on my medications for my disorder, then read what I am like after I have been taking my medications. This is like reading about two different people. Here is my story.
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Hiccup Causes and TreatmentsIs there anything more annoying than getting the hiccups? What really causes them and how can they be treated?
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Where to Go for Help, Once You've Been Diagnosed with Bipolar DisorderHave no idea where to turn now? Have a diagnosis and have questions or concerns?
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Drug-Induced DysphagiaCertain classes of drugs have been found to induce dysphagia in those who take them. Most commonly, these drugs belong to the anti-psychotic drugs, also known as neuroleptics. -
Potential Risks of Antipsychotic MedicationsAntipsychotic medications treat not only schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but also autism, ADHD, OCD and many other mental health conditions. Learn some of the potential serious side effects of these medications.
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Surviving Mental IllnessHaving a serious mental illness can be incapacitating. Having to fight for adequate care can be equally daunting. This is one woman's experience on behalf of her son.
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6044: DMHT and the Tennessee Code Annotated Title 33, Chapter 6, Part 10DMHT: Trained in TAPS (Therapeutic Assault Prevention System) and was certified on October 15, 2004 through the Tennessee Department of Children's Services. HIPPA -
Can Anti-Psychotic Medications Cause Brain Damage?Can Anti-Psychotic medications cause brain damage? It's a good question and it deserves an answer. My own personal experience from watching a loved on go through this prompted me to do some digging. What I found may astonish you. -
The Government Plans to Open New Research Center Promising New Medicines and CuresThe government plans to open a billion-dollar research center in October, claiming that drug companies have not done much to develop any new medications over the past 15 years. But, how will this affect the taxpayer?
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Comparing Older and Atypical AntipsychoticsHow do atypical antipsychotics differ from traditional antipsychotics?
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Diagnosed as Bi-PolarMy experience with a horrible, but treatable, disease
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Stress Due to Wartime Traumawhy post-=traumatic stress disorder is becoming a major problem
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Book Review: "The Silent World of the Insane"Although Christopher did not have the symptoms of clinical depression, the doctor prescribed the antidepressant Zoloft. During the next month, he became aggressive, argumentative, and as his mother described, "He turned into a real monster." -
What is Schizophrenia? Where Does it Come From? and How is it Treated?This article is about the disease(s) classified as "schizophrenia." I review the sign, symptoms, treatment options and possible causes of this disorder.
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Antipsychotics: An OverviewThe world of psychiatric medications can be confusing for people who have just been diagnosed or started medications. There are several types of medications used for people with mental health problems. In this article I will be talking about Antipsychotic
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Is the Color of Insanity Black?Schizophrenics were once seen as white women in rural parts of the U.S and abroad. Now, insanity has a new color--black. Black men are more likely to be diagnosed with the disease;here's why. -
An Overview of Huntington's Disease (Huntington Chorea)Huntington's disease (sometimes called Huntington's chorea) is a health condition in which definite nerve cells in the brain degenerate. This condition is the result of an inherent imperfection in chromosome 4.
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Where Do You Go for Help Once You've Been Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder?Newly diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? Don't know where to turn?
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Clinical and Social PsychologyThis paper gives you an overview of both clinical and social psychology. It summarizes abnormal behavior and gives clear examples of psychological disorders such as schizophrenia.
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How to Get Off Anti-Psychotic MedicationsWant to get off your anti-psychotic meds? I don't blame you. There's a right way to do it. Don't do it on your own. Let me educate you a bit. -
The Study of Chasteberry ExtractThe history and scientific breakdown of studies done on Chasteberries
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Is St. John's Wort Safe to Treat Bipolar Disorders?There are different names which are used interchangeably for bipolar disorder. Some people call it bipolar depression and others may call it manic depression. Some people differentiate between the different types of bipolar depression.
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Health Practitioners Quest to Give Aide for Tourette SyndromeDegradation plague persons with Tourette syndrome on a daily basis. It hinders their desires to do things in life such as play sports in school or even hold down a job. -
Atypical Antipsychotics in the Treatment of Unipolar and Bipolar Depression: Friend or Foe?An APA style research article discussing the pros and cons of treating bipolar and unipolar depressions with atypical antipsychotics based upon scientific research.
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Safe Anti-Anxiety Medications for Pregnant WomenMost of the medications especially anti-depressants and anti anxiety medicines have long been discouraged in pregnant women. This article lists a few of the anti depressants and anti anxiety medicines that have been tested to be safe for pregnant ladies.
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Scrambled Eggs for BrainsSeveral humorous and helpful tips for losing your current way of life, along with your mind. Whether you want to or not! -
Getting Locked Up in Las Vegas by AccidentEver have a bad day? How about a bad 4 months? It not only threatens one's life but also way of life too. Read how my recent trip into the nuthouse has affected my life. -
What is Tourette Syndrome?A look at the neurological disorder, Tourette syndrome
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