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I have met a person who says she has bipolar disorder. IŽd like to know more about it, symptoms, etc, since this is a very special person to me. Mostly, IŽd like to know what kind of behavior to expect from someone with bipolar disorder. Thank you
Hi Thais:
I admire your willingness to learn more about this disorder. You have a very lucky lady there. I can't give you a lot of answers, however. Every person experiences bipolar differently and exhibits different symptoms. The only common symptom is extreme mood sings. A bipolar person can be extremely happy one miinute and crying the next.
Your best bet is to talk with your lady. Let her know you want to understand what bipolar is to her. She will feel loved and be more than willing to explain. One thing most bipolar people want is understanding.
Talk with her, let her know you want to understand.
Joyce A. Anthony
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Answers by Expert:
Joyce A. Anthony
Expertise
I can answer questions dealing with bipolar disorder in a parent, yourself or your child. I can give suggestions and insight into what can be expected of many medications for bipolar disorder. My most extensive knowledge is in children with bipolar disorder. Here I can give advice on dealing with daily events, schools, medication and professionals.
Experience
I am the daughter of a bipolar/schizophrenic parent, am bipolar myself and am raising a bipolar child. I have a background in Psychology from Gannon University, have run several parenting classes for those parenting bipolar children and have had extensive experience with medications, the school system, homeschooling a special needs child, dealing with counselors, doctors and other professionals in the mental health field. I write for a bipolar website, with the focus on educating the child with bipolar disorder on his/her illness.
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