Lively Women

March 26th, 2007

For Bipolar II, Antidepressants Alone Don’t Get the Job Done

And in fact, they can be downright dangerous!
Bipolar II, also known as manic depression, is a disorder characterized by mood swings from elevated or manic phases to depressed phases.  Unlike its more severe form, bipolar I, bipolar II is not characterized by hallucinations and delusions.  Frequently misdiagnosed and mistreated as suffering from depression alone or […]

By Kristen King -- 2 comments

January 22nd, 2007

Do You Recognize Suicide Warning Signs?

According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, women attempt suicide three times as often as do men. Do you know how to recognize suicidal behaviors in yourself, your friends, and your family?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has identified the following risk factors for suicide:

Previous suicide attempt(s)

History of mental […]

By Kristen King -- 3 comments