While telemedicine is far from perfect, it has the potential to reinforce communication in a way that will hopefully change things for the better. Last month at a family support group, I met the father of a young woman with bipolar disorder who was about to move back home. He and his wi...
This article reports on the predominant emotions experienced by members of an education/support group for the relatives and partners of individuals with bipolar manic-depression. Identified are the specific types of emotions experienced as well as the situational, definitional, and behavioral frameworks ...
The family members and/or significant others will state that they have gained support from at least one support group on how to work with family members when he or she is manic. The family members and/or significant others will state their understanding of the need for medication adherence, a...
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Create a support network.Having a network full of people who provide a source of strength to help you manage the challenges and feel less alone during treatment and beyond is important. Family and friends or a support group of others living with bipolar can provide encouragement. ...
For those who want help managing bipolar disorder symptoms and unpacking psychosis episodes, there are many different forms of therapy options available as well. This can include one-on-one counseling, group therapy, peer support, family therapy, and more. ...
Support groups Further family therapy sessions The Ranch alumni group meeting and events Does Insurance Cover Bipolar Disorder Treatment? Inpatient treatment of bipolar disorder may be more affordable than you think. Many insurance plans cover all or some of treatment for people diagnosed with bipolar ...
Family-focused therapy Psycho-education Cognitive behavioral therapy Interpersonal therapy Social rhythm therapy Family-focused therapyinvolves the education of family members about the disorder and how to provide appropriate support (psycho-education) to their loved ones. This intervention also includes commu...
Family and friends may add to the confusion. They may attribute “many normal emotional experiences to the person’s illness.” They might make remarks like “You’re really angry. Did you take your medication today?”One step toward getting to know yourself is knowing your specific symptoms....
Turn to friends and family for support.It may be hard and shameful to admit that you have a mental illness, but the support and comfort offered by friends can make a world of difference. Support group: Find and attend a support group for people who have bipolar disorder. Not only are th...