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Types of Vertigo

But if you feel dizzy and didn't just step off a roller coaster, check with your doctor to see if you've got one of the two most common forms of ve...

Subdural Hematoma

A subdural hematoma is a collection of blood outside the brain. Subdural hematoma is usually caused by a head injury, such as from a fall, motor ve...

Hepatic Encephalopathy

You've had liver disease for a while, but now you notice something different about the way you act and feel. You may have hepatic encephalopathy (H...

Asperger's Syndrome

The condition is what doctors call a 'high-functioning' type of ASD. The DSM-5 also includes a new diagnosis, called social pragmatic communication...

What are Pervasive Developmental Disorders?

There is no lab test for an autism spectrum disorder. The key is to find out as soon possible if a child is on the spectrum. PDDs are now called au...

Understanding Bipolar Disorder: The Basics

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depressive illness, is a serious, double-edged mental illness. As many as 10% to 15% of people with bipolar d...

Understanding Bipolar Disorder -- Treatment

Other antiepileptic drugs, such as gabapentin (Neurontin), oxcarbazepine (Trileptal), or topiramate (Topamax), are regarded as experimental treatme...

Tricyclic Antidepressants for Bipolar Disorder

They also tend to have more side effects than newer generation antidepressants, and can be especially dangerous in overdose.

How to Talk to Others About Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder can put a strain on relationships with family and friends. It's much better to have a few people you can turn to in a crisis or wh...

Mood Swings and Bipolar Disorder

Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patte...

Managing Bipolar Disorder At Work

You can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits if you can’t work due to a mental or physical disability. Working closely wi...

Everyday Tips for Living with Bipolar Disorder

There’s a lot you can do to help manage your bipolar disorder. Or if you start to sleep a lot more than normal, it might mean you’re depressed. The...