Where are some places to get help for Bipolar disorder?
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Psychiatrist, Psychologist, support groups (there are plenty of them) as well as \nfindthelight.net \nbipolar.com\nmoodswing.org\nthewindsofchange.org\ndbsalliance.org\n\nand countless others
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Reaching out is always a good but tough step.  The best person to ask would be a local mental health practitioner - be it a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist or therapist.\n\nBeyond that, it would depend on the area that you are in or would like to go to.  I've attached a link to the National Mental Health Services Information website.  You can click on your state, then click on the 'locator', choose your city and see what services are available.\n\nI'd also consider contacting the Depression and Bi-polar Support Alliance.  It is a patient run support organization and they are in nearly every community and might be able to refer your to a good residential treatment facility.  Depressed Anon is similar and might also be able to help.\n\nAdditionally, the American Residential Treatment Association might be able to help find a facility nearby, though they are limited.
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you can google it or go here http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/bipolar.cfm , it is the National Institute for Mental Health. They give you the basics on the diease and their links section can be quite useful.
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Jesse, is there no where you can get some free counselling? Like a support group for depression and mental illness? I'm an Aussie so don't know how your medical & gov support works over there but nearly half my family (including two sons) have suffered or suffer depression & my mum is bi-polar! So I do have some idea of the challenges you are facing. Believe it or not there are people who can see past your illness and will value you & realise that your problems are largely due to the illness. Is there no family member or friend to lend you support as this is very important. Talking to fellow sufferers will show you that you are not alone so make a few enquiries about a support group esp if you have no one close to lean on.\nWith regards to your working: it may be difficult to find an employer who is understanding about the limitations that depression & bi-polar can put on you but if you do apply for a job be honest. If you just fail to turn up when you just can't get out of bed they might think you are  lazy. Try to explain that you are trying to get your life together but some days life is just too much to cope with. Try to be positive; set small achievable goals and don't ever give up and take the easy way out. Hope this has helped. Good luck, be brave and keep going.
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Go to the library.  There are alot of books that will go into details of both.  Bipolar two is mostly depression rather than manic.  Also try this... www.bipolar.com  Hope that helps!
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Phone you local, usually a county, mental health office or phone a psychiatrist and ask her/him for a reference. I would think, however, that any board certified psychiatrist might be able to help you.
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get help now. ask a psycharist
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This website provides some ideas of where to go for help.
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How about this instead.....the Newfoundland Division of the Canadian Mental Health Association:\n\nhttp://bipolar.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ/Ya&sdn=bipolar&cdn=health&tm=9&gps=80_5_796_376&f=21&tt=14&bt=0&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.cmhanl.ca/
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I am bipolar who mainly has manic episodes and I am going to make this short and to the point. There is nothing that you yourself can do for her. If she is refusing to take her meds and is becoming violent, the best thing you can do for the safety of ALL involved is to call your local Mental Health Hospital or Clinic and have her committed. They will take care of her by putting her on the medication she needs and giving her the therepy she needs. I've been in a hospital before and it really isn't that bad. They look after you 24/7, they feed you, they keep your room clean, they monitor you, they make sure you have your meds on time, and the doctor comes in to see you on a regular basis for therepy sessions. Trust me, if you care about her, that is the course you will need to take, for her sake, and the sake of all involved.
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Absolutely! Oftentimes a bipolar individual will be aware of the change between manic/depressed phases ... but during the "healthy" phase, he-or-she doesn't feel the need to do anything about it, and during the depressed phase, the person is too depressed to get help. If you recognize that pattern happening in your life, make an appointment with a PhD or a counselor. Getting a professional diagnosis is the first step to getting balance in your life!\n\nBe aware, though, that regular mood shifts are normal in most people, especially as the seasons turn or holidays pass. Most people can be treated without medication by adjusting things in their home and work environment (i.e. better lighting, adjusting diet or exercise routines, etc.).
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http://www.troubledwith.com/\n\ntry this site, they have counselor in United States, tell them about your situation and ask them what help can you get in the area you live in.
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I don't live in the Fort Worth area but I am bipolar. I want to apologize for the comments from some of the people who have answered your question. I don't know them but I'm actually quite embarrassed for them. I think you're doing the right thing by trying to find other people who are bipolar because it's always helpful to talk to others who are going through the same pain you are going through.
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Your local town, city has a mental health association. It is usually free for people who cannot afford it. You can dial 211 and they can help you with where the closest mental health clinic is located. Also try your phone book. As far as needing medical coverage, have you tried to apply with the state just for this? Even your emergency room can put you in contact with someone Even if you are not a harm to yourself! You can also call 211 and they can refer you to one closest to you. I use 211 for everything and it's free. Just know there is help out there for you and mental health clinics are available for all!
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Ok I have a few things you can try:\nResponse Line\n \nA "warm line" (not a crisis hot line) for anyone looking for resources, referrals, or just a chance to connect with others regarding dealing with mental disorders. Call the NAMI CCNS office (847) 724-1460 and leave a message. Messages are picked up three times a week by our response tearm members. \n \nI know that the Dane County line can help people find low cost treatment. \n\nhttp://www.ccfhchicago.org/INDEX_net.asp\n\nhttp://www.therapistfinder.net/hospitals/illinois/cook.html\n\nAll you have to do when you get the clinic or therapist name is to ask point blank if they offer a sliding fee? If not, they might know of someone who does.
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I have Bipolar Disorder and Borederline Personality Disorder. You have to be nice and be very supported to our mental health prolbems. It helps my family to take me to talk to somebody like every other week. Just read up on the disorders. And make sure he takes his meds. I once got off mine meds for 4 or 5 days and it made me sick.
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Drugs for people suffering from bi-polar disorder are as individual as the person.  It usually requires trying out different medications - trial and error.  There are some medications that are known for being better and your psychiatrist should know about those.  I would see a mental health professional and not a family doctor about this.  They have much more experience in finding the right medication or combination of medication.  Someone mentioned Wellbutrin on the list - stay away - they've shown that it can cause suicidal episodes in people with bi-polar disorder.  Your best bet is to look on the web and read up and then talk to your mental health caregiver.  One web site to start with is www.whatmeds.com\nThis illness is nothing to screw around with so get proper educated advice.