Escaping the Abusive State: After Snowden

Escaping The Abusive State: After Snowden
While there she apparently stopped taking medication for a preexisting bipolar condition, resulting in what has been described in the media as 'a panic attack.' Only then did a perfect storm engulf her life. Her disturbed condition was reported to … Read more on Foreign Policy Journal

Counseling center treats struggles of the mind and body
“We found out he was bipolar,” Art Romero said. “He got treatment and never came back.” Art Romero said a counselor can learn from a book or lecture the proper ways to diagnose and treat illnesses and/or behaviors; but it's more complicated when you … Read more on Rio Rancho Observer

Mentally Ill Ex-Inmates Lack Treatment
For Bonnie Richardson, taking her medication is an important part of staying out of trouble. The 52-year-old Stoughton resident reports being treated for anxiety, attention deficit disorder and bipolar disorder. She has gone to prison twice, for drug … Read more on urbanmilwaukee

Treating Bipolar Disorder: The Dopamine System (9 of 11) – Professor Wayne Drevets describes how dopamine receptor antagonists can stop mania. Similarly, enhancing dopamine function can enhance depression.