Web Sites
Sites reviewed by NBCi editors, most popular first.
Manic-Depression
http://www.aboveworld.com/health_fitness/tonyxxx/manicdepression
Suffering from bipolar disorder for over 25 years, a patient offers her
personal insights into the mental disorder. She describes symptoms and
the different treatments she has been through along with her personal
reactions to different medications.
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symptoms | bipolar disorder
Bi-Polar Disorder Center: Stayhealthy
http://www.stayhealthy.com/centers/MentalHealth2.cfm?P=289
The Mental Health Center at the Stayhealthy Web site provides links to
sites where you can read information about Bi-Polar Disorder.
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Manic Depression can be Misdiagnosed
http://members.xoom.com/roguesreview
Manic depression or bipolar disorder patients are often misdiagnosed.
Wrong medications can cause suicide.
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disorder
Bipolar II: Mood Swings Without Mania http://www.psycheducation.org
A complete guide to Bipolar II, this site featrures several hours of
reading on diagnosis, treatment, risk factors, etc. Includes extensive,
well-organized references.
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Bipolar Disorder: At Health http://www.athealth.com/FPN_3_44.html
Find information and resources on the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar
disorder.
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depressive disorder
Winds of Change http://www.windsofchange.com
This online support group for those with bipolar disorder offers general
information, tips on avoiding manic episodes, testimonials, personal
stories, reading lists, chat rooms, message boards, poetry, art work, a
mailing list and more.
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disorder
Bipolar disorder http://www.allsands.com/bipolardisorder_sl_gn.htm
Learn about the symptoms and treatment of bipolar disorder manic
depression.
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bipolar manic depression
Bipolar Disorder Digest http://www.lorenbennett.org
Personal and professional views of bipolar disorder. Includes tests,
lists, chat, medications, patient's rights and articles on affective
disorder spectrum. Offers a Spanish version, also.
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Bipolar Child, The http://www.bipolarchild.com
One of the most frequently misdiagnosed psychological disorders is
discussed in detail along with information on treatment options and
prognosis. You'll find plenty of information on the myths and facts of
juvenile manic depression.
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Living As A Manic Depressive: Bipolar Disorder
http://www.healthyplace.com/Communities/Bipolar/jinnah/index.html
This devotion to the depressive disorder features medications, treatment
options, chat links and bulletin boards.
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bipolar
Straight Talk About Bipolar Disorder http://www.bipolardisorder.com/
The site for a video that covers all the major topics of bipolar
disorder, including treatment options. Find ordering information as well
as a list of the topics covered in the video.
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| bipolar disorder
Manic Awareness Network
http://members.aol.com/tesstully2/manicawareness/index.htm
Read startling statistics about the suicide rate among people suffering
from bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression. The site lists
symptoms and warning signs of the mental illness.
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depressive disorder | manic depression
Moodswing http://www.moodswing.org/index.shtml
This collection of online resources for people who have bipolar disorder
answers questions about the condition and points visitors to support and
advocacy groups. Check the online bookstore for relevant publications.
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bipolar manic depression
Roses and Thorns http://www.5-ht.com/roses
This online mood-disorders support group helps those who suffer from
bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, as well as related
conditions. Chat online, or join the mailing list.
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depression chat
Bipolar Planet http://www.tcnj.edu/~ellisles/BipolarPlanet/
Meeting space for people with bipolar disorders, with artwork, poetry
and a reading list.
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poetry
Bipolar Disorder Sanctuary http://www.mhsanctuary.com/bipolar
This offering devoted to bipolar disorder features a newsletter, an
ask-the-doctor section, articles, an ICQ list, resources, a bulletin
board, links and more.
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Harbor of Refuge: Bipolar Disorder, Manic-Depression Support
http://www.Harbor-of-Refuge.org
Designed for people who suffer from bipolar disorder, this site provides
chat rooms, online support, facts about the illness, self-care
strategies and links.
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disorder
Bi-Polar Disorder Doesn't Have to be Depressing.
http://www.angelfire.com/ok3/agentscully/index.html
Read about the personal struggle of the author who suffered from manic
depression for years. You will se how his problem was diagnosed and the
treatment option that brought him stability.
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depression
Solo's Corner http://www.algonet.se/~jannica/Solo.html
A young woman afflicted with bipolar disorder tells her story. The site
shares information about manic depression, panic, anxiety and suicide. A
collection of poetry is included.
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BPSO Public Pages http://www.bpso.org
Join a mailing list to receive information on bipolar disorder. Visit
the site learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, medications,
bipolar disorder in children, coping skills and the experience of the
illness.
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disorder | bipolar
Australia's Bipolar Disorder Manic Depression Web Site
http://users.wantree.com.au:8080/~fractal
Dedicated to bipolar patients who have committed suicide, this site
seeks to educate readers about the disorder. Find resources, information
on diagnosis and treatment, history, support and advocacy, creative
pages, facts on self-medication and more.
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medical self diagnosis
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Lynda