If I get diagnosed with kleptomania, should I take something for it??
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Kleptomania is a criminal behavior disorder, best treated by a psychiarist, who can perscribe medication for the illness. \n\nI however, am of the belief one on one psychological therapy best treats patients with this behavior disorder.
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not really taking any thing for that yet...BUT i take relacore and the dr said it has good things in it for that problem.\nthe dr did suggest estervin OTC ,may not be spelled correct..
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This person has nothing to gain by taking more than prescribed. I wouldn't go looking for sysmptoms, I see a symptom, the abuse, and it is a clear sign she needs to get honest with her doctor if she really wants to get better.
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This is only a suggestion.  Get away from the psychiatrists and psychiatric drugs.  Read the book, "Dianetics, The Modern Science of Mental Health".  It is available in all the major bookstores and only costs about $6 in paperback.  Reading it may give you some insights on why you have these reactions.  It worked for me :)
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I read both of your questions, Rosey. It is too bad that you were not diagnosed correctly to begin with. A good psychiatrist would not have put you on antidepressants without a mood stabilizer if your diagnosis was Manic Depression (Bi-Polar Disorder). \nI think the drug you are inquiring about is LAMICTAL, an anti-seizure medication. You can read about it at : http://www.lamictal.com/epilepsy/hcp/indications/faq.html\nI don't think this medication will cause bloating, and most people have no problems with it. You have had a bad reaction in the past and it is causing some anxiety, I think. What I know for certain is that if you are Bi-Polar you need a medication. Living without the meds is miserable. You won't know if Lamictal is a good medication for you or not unless you try it. The Depakote you were on does not usually cause serious stomach problems, so maybe you have a sensitive stomach. \nYou have discovered a lot about yourself : 1.you cannot take antidepressants without a mood stabilizer because it triggers the mania, 2. you have a sensitive stomach, 3. you are currently anxious. .......  Start keeping a daily diary about how you feel after you start on the Lamictal. If you have adverse reactions, call your doctor. Take your diary to your doctor on your next appointment. It will help the doctor assess your progress. There are other anti-convulsants that are available if this one doesn't work, and as a responsible adult you will be able to help your doctor make informed decisions. ...... Good Luck ! I understand EXACTLY how you feel !
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Hi \nThere should be nothing in your life that would want to make you harm yourself do violent things to yourself either. I don't your counselor will be able to help you. I would find a very good phytricist and get the proper medication your general does not have the expertise to deal with your kind of disorder and you should have a professional specializing in your particular disorder for your best outcome. I have my own issues nothing like yours but I have found a Dr specializing my issues and I can tell you that I have never felt better. I hope this help!
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I think, It depends on how many you have a day.\nHow bad it is.\nAnd u really need the meds. to go with if.\nI think you should get a hold of him tommorw.
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depends if you are taking medication for it.  if you are yes.
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Yes - When I started taking meds 15 yrs ago, I finally realized what it was like to feel normal!  Today I take 900 mg of lithium, 100 mg of zoloft and 150 mg of effexor.   Both my father and grandfather committed suicide due to this disease, yet modern medecine was less advanced at that time than today. I don't miss much work as a result of the bipolar, plus I have a high stress, high level position at work, and, I have 3 children and am married.  I did miss quite a bit of work due to breast cancer but that is another story.  The bottomline is this disease is like many others, if you manage it properly, life can be very normal...you can play from the same deck of cards as most everyone else.  Being bipolar is not terribly different from many others diseases; like diabetes, which at the beginning of the 20th century was considered a mental disorder.  The biggest difference I see between functioning and nonfunctioning patients is 1.) willing to be responsible for self - a.) take meds as prescribed - b.) do not drink alcohol or take recreational drugs - c.) don't use your condition as a crutch or an excuse 2.) follow these simple steps and your treatment will help you.  I saw a lot of doctors due to my breast cancer and received astonishlingly ignorant comments from some - "you take these meds?" "why?" "that's enough meds to kill a horse"  and I'm petite...Comments like that foster shame which gets one mind thinking...I don't need/want to take all these pills...but I know without a shadow of a doubt I need the meds...and ignorant people, whether they are doctors or not, will not derail my health.  I have had some problems associated with tremors and a twich, but for the most part they have been lessened by modification of the meds.  hope this helps. Godspeed.
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Invite another kleptomaniac into your life
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I think it depends on what you are taking. Talk to your doctor.
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If you go get medical attention they can tell what is wrong with you. But hopefully you just have a short temper. I  know someone who is bipolar and its not fun they said they wish they just had a short temper so best of luck to you. But go get some medical attention. Let me know what happens i will keep you in my thoughts.
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Whats in it for me???LOL
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Although every doctor and medication label in the world of mental illness screams DON'T DO IT.. here's my experience..\nI am bipolar.. take seroquel and lamictal.. have finally been stable for a couple years after many trials with different medications.. \nI very rarely drink.. but have had 3 or 4 beers in the evening a few times.. maybe sitting out on the back deck to relax a little on the weekend or whatever.. nothing like before my diagnosis and drinking myself into a relative coma as an ill-mannered attempt at self-medicating this affliction.. \nI had no problems with it at all.. I never drank more than 4 beers.. and waited a couple extra hours before taking my meds at night.. long enough for the body to process the alcohol.. \nbe smart about it.. plan the dinner/drink early in the evening and take the meds as prescribed.\nOr postpone the meds until after the alcohol has been metabolized. \nIt is definitely not advisible to combine them. \nIf you have any doubts about how this would affect you .. use common sense and don't even try it. I am sure the warnings are there for a reason..
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Yes, a doctor can prescribe it to you as often as he likes without you seeing a pshyciatrist.  Where do you people come up with some of your information around here!!!!  Who told you that a doctor can't prescribe that for you???
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If you have it, stay on your meds.  If your boyfriend has it, you're in for a long, rough road.  I once dated a bi-polar gal.  It was just too much for me.  My life wass hard enough to deal with, without having to deal with her issues, too.
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Get a doctor to prescribe the medicine they give to people with Attention Deficit Disorder.  You will also do better on your tests/exams if you take it before them too.