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Bipolar Drug Use and Alcohol Abuse in Manic Depressives – Three Ways to Prevent Substance Abuse

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

For manic depressives, fighting addictions is pretty much a way of life. Over 50% of bipolars smoke cigarettes, a number are current or former alcoholics, and drug abuse is common. Especially for those manic depressives who are untreated, substance abuse becomes a form of self medication. While alcohol may seem like a [...]

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Stimulants and Medications that Cause Bipolar Disorder Symptoms – Substances That Can Change Your Mood

Sunday, March 1, 2009

There are a number of substances that can affect your moods and simulate certain aspects of bipolar disorder. If you’re taking any of the substances when visiting a psychiatrist, you should let them know about any drugs and stimulants that you are taking. Some substances that can affect your mood include:
Alcohol
Alcohol can mimic [...]

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