Archive for September 9th, 2009

Parenting and mental illness

There has been a lot of debate over whether parents with bipolar disorder are capable of being good parents. I have repeatedly said it is possible and there are many examples of it. I offer you my own experience so that you may form your own conclusion. My oldest son will be 18 in December. [...]

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Suicide prevention and helping others with mental illnesses

Suicide Prevention Week: Approximately 5.7 million Americans suffer from bipolar disorder. 25 to 50% of patients will attempt suicide and around 20% will commit suicide. There are signs that you should look for if you suspect that a friend or loved one may be suicidal: Talking about suicide or ways to commit suicide expressed anger [...]

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