Bipolar Disorder - Why One Medication May Not Work
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- Опубліковано 20 чер 2024
- Combination therapy is very common in bipolar disorder because different medications have different purposes. The medication that gets you better, may not be the same medication that keeps you better. Get the Bipolar Medication Handout here markspsychiatry.com/bipolar-meds
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Typically, people with bipolar disorder require a combination of medications that you take at the same time. Why? Because the medications treat different aspects of the disorder. The main four phases that we target in treating bipolar disorder are Acute depression, Acute mania, mixed states and the maintenance phase.
And acute means it’s the active state that you're in and it's relatively recent. maintenance phase is the in between episodes when things have stabilized.
Not all of the medications work for every phase. So you could be put on a medication because you're manic and then once that mania goes away you can have a depressive episode pop up because that original mania drug isn't doing a good enough job keeping your depression away.
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such a helpful video. I’m bipolar and I wish doctors explained medication like this. 💖
Thanks Emma 😊
I am have been diagnosed bipolar 2. I had never had a manic episode but I can see the period where I felt elated and high self esteem, issues at work, constant arguments bc staff would submit work substandard quality , I felt superior than others in intellectually , my Psychiatrist says these can be manic episodes. I also had family who has passed recently including my mom and a nephew to a drug overdose. It has been si rough. I was in efexxor xr for 9 months I was considered dysthiymoc and with GAD and now I am bipolar. I am so crushed by this diagnosis. I was on abilify for 3 weeks in December and then was switched to seroquel which gave me suicidal thinking and hopelessness as well as lack of appetite. I am at my wits end trying meds. I feel depressed and wake up at 3 am with abilify and have to take xanax to deal with the anxiety, I get nauseous and gag when I get up. I need a med to calm me down too..
Exactly! Dr. Marks gets a gold star ⭐ for making stuff like this understandable.
@@mlalch7026 I hope you’re doing better, mate.
Hi Emma Im Ammar 😊
I wish they'd go back to calling bipolar disorder manic depression. It's annoying how people throw the word bipolar around like it's a joke. My bf also has bipolar and he does. I feel like manic depression is a more accurate term for the disorder anyways.
People do throw around the term bipolar a lot. I did a video talking about the history of the nomenclature going from manic depression to bipolar disorder. You can watch it in this video ua-cam.com/video/4WXbvzELws0/v-deo.html
It doesn't matter how its approached some of my asshole cousins have called me psychotic convinced I'm gonna have another episode soon ect they're just sitting back waiting for it to happen maybe they should be more concerned about thier immature childish bullshit instead 😄😄😄😄
I agree because I definitely deal with manic depression episodes and I have an appointment coming up Tuesday. My boyfriend is growing tired of my craziness, but he is very understanding. My concern was I didn’t want him to think “I’m crazy” and he said “I won’t think that I love you” he’s a keeper we’ve been together for 1 year and 4 months
I agree wholeheartedly….
We all have different symptoms of different disorders.
We are all going to fit in the same box.
I’ve been navigating the mental health system for 12 years now. It took 12 years to get the correct diagnosis. I’ve learned more about my condition in the last few months watch your videos than I have in doctors offices. It’s obvious you do these videos more for passion than clout. I wish young ppl like me found more doctors like you that genuinely want to help guide their patients to the right kind of care. Thank you, Dr. Tracy.
💯 I echo these sentiments exactly.
Update on treatment ?
@@finity9316 I was diagnosed with manic depression, which is technically bipolar type two… I was able to properly break down my symptoms and take control on my narrative without the doctors treating me as a test rat. I’m on Lamictal 400mg but depending on my anxiety - I may take an extra 50mg at night.
@@shireenrahimi8212 how has the medication helped I’m currently on a SSRI and don’t feel like it’s helping has it helped your depression, brain fog, concentration, motivation, sleep, confidence ?
@@finity9316 SSRI’s messed me up big time. I was diagnosed with depression multiple times…. What I learned thanks to Dr. Tracy Mark is that manic depression and things like major depression disorder are NOT the same. Manic depression is a mood disorder, not a depression disorder. One thing we have to remember is that depression, anxiety, and ADHD kinda come with a lot of different disorders. It *feels* like doctors like to start with basic depression diagnosis and treat people like us as test rats. It’s like we’re in this process of trail and error… don’t give up on yourself. Keep going! Keep searching and learning.
Another thing I realized was, once I finally got the right medication it didn’t mean all my problems went away. The ruminating thoughts and depression decreased but my brain was sooooo accustomed to PANIC, there was times my brain was like “hmmm I’m not sad but I’m so used to being sad. What do I do??”
learning new life skills and re-wiring our brain goes beyond the medication. I personally didn’t have much luck with therapist. I’ve found a lot of comfortable in educating myself and regaining control of my narrative. I was diagnosed in Feb. 2021 but it was only a few months ago where the mixture of the right dose at the right time finally came together. Contact me anytime IG @hypekitty_
I promise it will get better ♥️ just remember it’s all a process and YOU will be your biggest advocate!!!
You are the most charming and persuasive shrink that I've ever known.
Thank you Ricardo. I never thought of myself as persuasive though 😀
Yep she is. I wished before that she was my psych. but I’ve thankfully found a wonderful compassionate well spoken one myself. They’re out there
Dr. Tracey Marks Hello dr. Tracey , it means a lot if you make an educational video about PARKINSON’S Dementia and it’s similar symptoms of delusion and hallucinations and the cognitive problems and differences with schizophrenia and how to know it.. its really an unspoken disorder/ illness ... many thanks!
@@FarnazIransoul make a video about misdiagnosis
@@bigcitylittlehomestead It is more than you said. It is having a natural sense of empathy, genuine interest in helping others and high level of verbal intelligence. Perhaps you have the same qualities. So, I would you consider you persuasive and engaging.
I love it how you listed the drugs on the screen. The video was interesting and as usual you were being selfless so thankyou for that. As a whole thankyou for bringing this video to us.
You’re welcome Jeff. I’m glad it was informative
@Dr. Tracey Marks in case you don’t already know 😂- you are so appreciated. You provide a service that enables people to privately evaluate and then seek help or put fears to rest. I know it’s really not enough to say thank you.. but you have saved me a few times. You have helped me release guilt. And made me realize there are others just like me. I guess what you provide is priceless- it’s called normalcy. I hope you feel very rewarded through your channel. You are one of the few good things on social media. Blessings from one Tracy to another😘
Your videos have been very helpful for me - I'm trying to support my older sister who has decided to get back into treatment for bipolar because of a depressive episode. She's been struggling with this disorder since I can remember. She's had better and worse years (sometimes being misdiagnosed, sometimes being on medication etc) but this period is especially hard for her being a single mother and having been fired from her dream job almost a year ago. I've talked to her and she agreed to go to her previous psychiatrist with me and possibly start therapy to help with her relationships and routines. I would love to see a video on how loved ones should and shouldn't talk to people with bipolar disorder.
You’re the best kind of sister. God bless you. 🙏🏽
She needs to learn Mindfulness teachings. Realize that she is going to have to live with the cycling, I don't mean to blindly, unconsciously accept it, but the ups and downs will come and go. I've had to deal with this my whole life and I am 77 the keys are acceptance and management.
I can so relate!!!! Honestly the thing that has helped me the most is adult children of alcoholics and dysfunctional families. How many of us have had trauma as children, who knows. Man I pray for healing for all.
Amen
Dr. Marks, I can't thank you enough for doing everything you do on this channel. For example, just from this one video you've helped me to understand what has been a mystery to me for many years. My adult daughter has been diagnosed with several mental health illnesses and I recognize some of the medications you talked about that she takes or has taken. You explain things better than anyone and in a way that's easy to remember.
I needed this omg. I'm sooo manic right now on my new meds. But it's better than depression I suppose.
☝lol right?!
Sara Weaver , I would give anything to be manic right now. I’ve been depressed for over 12 months.
Before i was brain damaged, i was a stable and happy manic. Being manic is great. The only bad thing is depression if you get it.
@@ChristinaTodd1970 I thought it was not good to be manic. I love the manic episodes. I wish I could stay that way. I have been depressed so long. I'm currently taking effexor and klonipin.
For me, severe depression is much worse than a full blown manic episode. My 2 manic episoses turned into severe
paranoia. Both episodes landed me in a hospital. My mania was put under control quickly with meds.
My last depression took over a year before it disappeared. I took a course in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and recieved R.T.M.S. treatments.(Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation). I was put on a number of different meds. I m not sure if any of this helped. Perhaps my Depression just played itself out. If you are in a Depression, it will end eventually. After my last Depression, I completed a W.R.A.P. program. (Wellness Recovery Action Plan). I found it helpful.
Hypomania is great while it lasts.
Take care everyone.
Dr. Marks, I was recently diagnosed with BP2 after having MDD for the last 3 years, over an existing ADD diagnosis. I just wanted to thank you for your videos. Your videos, and your attention to those who reach out to you, it gives the rest of us hope and empowers us to be able to advocate for ourselves. Because of your videos, I was better equipped to have a dialog with my shrink that eventually led to the BP2 diagnosis. Just, thank you. Not everyone that’s in the medical field should be in the medical field, but it’s clear you’re meant to be!
this is legit the best mental health video ive seen. doctors dont do a good enough job of explaining this. and google is questionable sometimes. thanks for the info
This was so helpful! I was newly diagnosed with BP with comorbid BPD and found that my mood stabilizer helped for a little while then I began constantly swinging from hypomania to depressed sometimes within days. Now I know that I will need something to combat the acute symptoms with the maintenance medication. Thank you so much!
Dr Tracey - thank you for informative videos. I’m newly diagnosed with Bipolar 2 (48 years old) and I am able to understand and accept my diagnosis faster because of your help.
My best wishes and blessing for you and those you love ❤
I really appreciate Dr. Marks' approach. She feels quite clinical but not cold at all. She has a warm way about her and the term "nerves of steel" comes to mind. I appreciate the sense of balance here.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I just learned so much. You are amazing. Why aren't more doctors like you? They don't educate me with respect. I've gained almost 100 lbs from meds. They don't provide dynamic treatment. You're a gift to the bipolar community. ♥️
Thank you so much for your videos Dr Marks. Most doctors don’t want you to diagnose yourself online. Your information in conjunction with my psychiatrist and psychologist have taught me so much. You have given me a much clearer insight as to what bipolar disorder is and different options to treat it. This is exactly what needs to be shared in any inpatient or outpatient program. Coloring books are absolutely time wasting and frustrating.
Thank you for explaining things. It's hopeful that you are here. It's sad that this is all many people have because doctors aren't paid to truly spend time and get to know their patients.
You have been such a life saver for me. My psychiatrist doesn’t explain anything - just prescribes me meds like candy without really explaining anything. Not to mention that I’m paying $170 out of pocket for 15 minutes of her time. Thanks to you, I’ll be discussing better medication options with her at my next appointment.
You are the queen of the night! I love your straight forward to the point approach. Definitely going to talk to my doctor about some of your suggestions. You rock!!
Your videos are incredibly helpful for people trying to navigate their mental illness and medications. Thank you so much ✨
This video is so awesome and informative. It’s so nice to have a truly intelligent and well informed Dr. explain things in this much detail.
Dr. Tracey can you do a video addressing working and bipolar? I am trying to find a job but am afraid I will repeat my pattern of unreliability because I don’t know what mood I will be in. I am on meds after years off because of no insurance. Thank God my community now has community health. But, I am still scared! I really need a job and I want to be a good employee.
Seconding this. This is a very important topic!
Thanks for the suggestion. i’ll see what I can come up with
Late to the party but I've found something that is working while I work on me. I have Bipolar 1 so it's not that surprising I've had something to the tune of 40-50 jobs in the last 20 years. I've done GrubHub, DoorDash, and UberEats for the last year. I've just started treatment for the disorder and while I get it all sorted working as I do is the best thing I can think of for now. Not having a schedule has it's ups and down, but something it consider. Best wishes.
I have the same problem completely stressed out and aggravated at work get mad if people don't speak stat mad all day at work come home aggravated scared to get a job even though I do need a job
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You are way better at explaining things than my psychiatrist
One reason is she knows more and secondly she takes the time.
Hello Dr Tracey, I've been following your videos and just wanted to say thanks for your kindness, I can see you have a pure heart, my wife's schizofrenic and I suffer from ptsd (former military /cop) God bless you and thank you again.
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Thank you for sharing your ability to make things clear and detailed at once. It is very much appreciated.
This video and many other videos from Dr. Tracey marks is blessing!!! I am learning more than I every have with my psychiatrist in 10 years. I have been on medication from a-z. I have bipolar , depression, personality disorder, ptsd, anxiety. I feel like I am stuck. I have real bad rage n anger breakdowns. I have had problems with age of 3 yrs old. I need more help!
Thank you so very much for all of the education and resources you provide. Your expertise and kindness is much appreciated.
Pure welcome Dawn. Happy to be helpful 😊
PA-C, MPH here, new to psychiatric practice. Excellent channel. Subscribed!
Im ADHD and bipolar 2, I wish I'd had this information years ago. Diagnosed in 2009 and have been on so many different medications! Just found Abilify works for almost everything, but not deeper depression and am still trying to find the right one for that. This was very helpful! I'm in Canada so I'm not sure if they're all available here but this is a great start. Thank you!!
Depression is such a tricky thing to fix. Theres so many factors it could be anything. It could bc because of an attachment you’re missing, it could be that you’re hungry, it could be a nutrient deficiency like Vit D or Magnesium or B vitamins, it could be certain foods triggering it, it could be that you have an idle mind/no productive distractions, it could be a irregular sleep schedule, literally anything. Its so hard to manage some days. Gotta find the thing that fixes it. For me, I get depressed and panic because I havent eaten or got good sleep.
I’m rapid cycling bipolar 2 and find Lurasidone (Latuda), significantly lessens my depression cycles. As in I haven’t had a terrible one since I was prescribed it. Prior to that, they were BAD.
I tried abilify too but it made me angry and agitated..
Update: since getting my tubes removed, going off birth control and now going into peri-menopause ALL of my bipolar symptoms are better, not gone, but lessened significantly. I still struggle with depression and numbness from time to time but it's all so much more manageable now.
Thank you so much for this video. I've realized that my bipolar is not under control, eventhough I'm on meds. I've been beating myself up for not being "better," but right now I just don't have the right tools to help me
Thank you for this. I'm always trying to learn more about bipd for my friends to understand them better 🙏 your videos are so easy to digest.
Very good Kim. What a good friend you are to learn more about your friends illness.😊
You're a good friend
Thank you so much for the videos that you make. :) Your explanations make the information so clear and easily understandable!
This video was eye opening. Thank you for teaching us.
You're a God send Doctor Marks!
Great videos, doc! Very informational and interesting.
Excellent breakdown Dr. Marks
This video and information are extremely helpful! Thank you, thank you
This video helped us so much in understanding why my son’s doctor wanted to change his medications. Thank you so much.
1 of your videos is more helpful my 3 years of appointments and hospitalization. 🙏
Thank you so much for providing such clear informative videos 💚
I love the way you explain even for health care provider and also for people with maybe no sot much medical knowledge, you helped me to understand so many thing that I thong I was alone, and thank you for that
I am fascinated with all of ur lectures. I find myself in a lot of them. Thank you 4 all th time it takes to educate so many people that want to learn. BeWellBeSafe, Cheers!
Lithium changed my life. I was always doubting if the pills were working. But when Lithium had its effect on me, it was impossible to doubt. I was unmistakably better and it was very noticeable. I almost cried knowing that this is how I could have been if I had tried it earlier.
Almost cried because Lithium doesn't let me cry so...
In what ways has it helped and within how long ?
@@finity9316 I have Bipolar 2, and basically what Lithium does is create a harder boundary between my highs and lows. I am physically unable to get too depressed. And the thing about crying is totally true. I literally used to cry every day -- no exaggeration. For me, I felt a difference within the first few days. Lithium saved my life.
Been on lithium for a about nearly 2 months I feel it’s only slightly taken the edge off is it normal or do I need i higher dose
Thank you Dr. Marks! This video has clarified my questions and concerns about my medication management for Bipolar Disorder Type I. I currently take: Subvenite 200mg which is a brand name for Lamitcal, Celexa 20mg, hydroxygine 25 mg and Abilify 10mg. I just started the Abilify a week ago.
Thank you so much for this video! It helps me a lot to understand how a family member of mine is not well treated at all for his bipolar disorder I. He's in a mixed mania episode currently and it's very hard.
Whoa. Thank you so much for making this. I'm in my mid 50's now, and I was never diagnosed with my Bi-Polar until I was 32. And I didn't get diagnosed with ADHD until last year. I developed Anxiety about 15 years ago with a devastating life event. The great thing about this particular video is that all the meds that you said were the best for dealing with exactly what I'm dealing with were right on the spot. I already thought so. My own psychiatrist is really good. And I do regular therapy as well. For the most part I feel pretty well maintained, but changes happen
Not too long ago, I was having a nice, very productive and positive (from my POV) mania wave. I was studying better. Getting a lot of important tasks done, being creative, having great times with friends and then something completely unrelated but very negative happened and I took the A-Train to Crazytown. And I didn't even realize it at the time. The results were very negative.
Your info here was extremely helpful. Thank you.
Wow this was so informative! Thank you
Thank you so much for making this video! Very helpful and easy to understand. Also you have beautiful hair!
this channel is amazing!!
Thanks so much Echinas👍🏽
Very good video, you break things down so well. I've tried almost every med you listed plus others, its hard to find the right meds when you are co-morbid.
I’ve been on lithium and sertraline for years now I’m 26 it’s been a great medication for me, no side effects and symptom free all this time. It’s amazing how well it worked for me.
Lithium has terrible side effects, no?
So happy for you, I pray my fiancé is open to meds one day 😢
Hello Dr. Mark's. What perfect timing you have on this one! My doctor app. Is tomorrow and I want very much to speak to him about adding Vraylar to my lamictal and the other meds I'm on. I've gotten significantly worse in the last few months from my bipolar. I'm in the mixed state and I'm a mess. I appreciate your help and I wish that you were my doctor and could treat me. So, since that's not an option, your videos help me very much. Thanks A lot!!
Oh this is perfect timing with your appointment tomorrow. Print out the handout and take it with you. Good luck with the appointment I hope it goes well.
IF ONLY OTHER DRS. WOULD DO THIS FOR THEIR PATIENTS. IF ONLY. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Hi, thank you for all you videos! They have all been extremely helpful to me. I just noticed the playlist about women’s mental health and I would like to ask whether you could make an episode about bipolar disorder and motherhood, how to get prepared, meds, pregnancy, post-partum etc. Most of what I’ve heard and read on this topic was quite scary and sometimes even full of myths and prejudices, so I would like to know what are the most fact-based recommendations. Thank you
Bipolar disorder is tricky to treat because of the varying phases and intensity
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Psychedelic’s definitely have potential to deal with mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression, I would like to try them again again but it’s just so hard to source out of there.
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Thank you so much for answering my question in this video! Interesting you brought up rapid cycling - I brought that up to my doctor and he said “it’s just a classification of bipolar disorder, it doesn’t change how we treat it”. But it sounds like, based on what you said, that it might change how the illness is treated. I’ve also brought it up during hospitalizations - because I know I cycle at least four times a year (and have since I was a teenager), and the response I get is nothing - they never think much of it... It’s frustrating. Since reaching out to you, I’ve been taken off rexulti and put on latuda. I was on abilify a couple years ago, and it was the only drug I was on where I saw a big change, but had to go off because of side effects. You brought up abilify a lot in this video - maybe if latuda doesn’t work, it’s something I can revisit. What you said about lamictal is very interesting to me (still on that). I so appreciate you taking the time to make this video! I wish I had a doctor like you!
You’re so welcome Faith. A retrial of Abilify may be in order perhaps at a lower dose and in combination with the Lamictal. If you took the Abilify in the past with something else that other drug could’ve affected side effects. Also different generic versions can result in different side effects. But let’s see how things work out for you with the Latuda. Best wishes.
I've never come across a video where BD medication was explain so well. Thank you
I agree. I've watched her other video about bipolar. More helpful to me than my own psyschiatrist.
This is very informational. Thanks a lot.
Thank you so much doctor, you are profoundly intelligent, benevolent and willing to help, blessed are the patients you treat.
Hello Dr Tracey Marks! I've been watching your UA-cam videos and I must say they helped me understand better about certain types of mental/mood disorders as well as personality disorders. I have some questions which I'd very much appreciate if you did a video on. In which cases is the ECT used? Is it really beneficial? How bad are it's side effects? I'd also like to know if you've encountered patients who've been through this process and what the outcome was. Thank you so much and I hope you get this message.
I love watching your videos, so educational and informative
Thank you Ryan 😊
Much needed with everything that is going on here in Lebanon. Thank you ❤️
God bless you all in Lebanon.
Much LOVE to y’all From Alberta Canada
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Maria Tobin thank you so much, extremely appreciated ❤️
Nicola Hacking much needed xoxo 💚✨
Many blessings to you. Hang in there. 👍🏽❤️
This is my favourite video and helped me most. Not only are you an amazing Dr. You are and amazing person. Thank you
Should have learned this sooner. Thanks Doc
Very informative video. Took me about 12 years to get on the right medication that works for me. I still have episodes sometimes, but it’s nothing like it used to be. I feel so much better and normal. I have bipolar disorder and anxiety with panic attacks… I take lexapro and klonopin for my anxiety. I take Gabapentin and topomax for my bipolar disorder. I also am on a very low dose of seroquel.
Beautifully explained 😊
Thank you for explaining the medications.
Awesome way to describe the mechanism of action.
This makes sense why I’ve done so well on geodon for parts of my illness and when I’m in a depressive episode it doesn’t seem like I’m on anything for bipolar. I’m calling the doctor I just entered a low and I need help. Thanks for this video.
Thankyou for this video. My wife has bipolar and she is on seroquel and lithium. For about 13 years now. My wife dont like the weight gain. But I told her that her mental health in more important.
This was SO helpful to me. I am more apt to take meds if I understand WHY or how they work. Thank you so much for this video. :)
keep up the excellent work 👏 Greetings from Hong Kong ❤️
Thank you so much!!! Kind regards from Romania!❤💐
Thank you for the downloadable chart !
You’re welcome 😊
Thank you for this video, wish I would've watched it earlier this year.
Dr. T. I am starting Lamotrigine for maintaince, for the longest time I hesitated to take medication. But after watching your videos and understanding bipolar disorder along with ADHD I have come to terms to try it and hoping it'll help me. Thank you for your education and speaking to us that feel like we are going crazy. 🙏
I started lamotrigine has it helped you
@@Dashfox102 it really really has. I feel a lot more at ease in general. Like anxiety is not as bad and my mood is much more stable instead of me feeling like I'm on the verge of falling into an episode.
Lamogitrine saved me ❤
Thank you Dr Tracey you are amazing ♥️ so much love from Tunisia .
You’re welcome Emma. Thanks for watching from Tunisia! I hear you guys are doing very well over there containing the virus. Good for you and stay well
You are amazing. I’ve had BPI diagnosis since I was 14 and ADHD since I was 10. 26 years later, I’m learning new things on something I’ve tried my best to educate myself on to care for myself the best way. I wish I could find a psychiatrist like you where I am. I’m just fed the latest drug the rep brings while throwing a fit to stay on Lamictal and Adderall. I’m on Zoloft and I tell them it’s not right for me and my anxiety is sky high. I was on Xanax for 15 + years, taken off it and now I’m given more Zoloft and more Buspar. Which makes me a dizzy and sick.
How are you doing now??
Ty. My daughter has been diagnosed bipolar. She has been suicidal a number of times. Abilify has helped. Prozac made her lose 30 pounds and sleep 18-20 hours/day literally, and made her more depressed. Now she’s only on Abilify. She’s never had mania, only deep depression, so guessing hypomania.hoping Abilify keeps her stable.
Wonderful informations, thanks👐👏
You’re welcome daily dose 😊
Thank you Doc, very informative🙏🙏
You’re welcome 😊
Boy that was refreshing having someone explain the medication like that. I wish I could send my 28 year Olds records to her. He's going through hell.
Excellent video🙏
Thank you, Dr. Marks. I have not been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder (I have Anxiety and Chronic Depression), but I’m still able to glean valuable information from your videos regarding my situation. The information you provided on Lithium and Lamictal was very much appreciated as my Dr. is suggesting I try one or the other at this time. Upon researching Lithium, I came across another interesting condition: Tardive Dysphoria. I have been on 10 different SSRI’s for nearly 30 years and am now wondering if I am not dealing with this condition. I will be discussing this further with my Doctor at my next visit. Thanks again!
I have heard of this phenomenon occurring usually with long-term use of Ssris at high doses. We do use Lamictal and lithium in treating depression. There’s some studies showing benefit of pramipexole as well. I hope the next steps go well
Thank you, Dr. Marks. I hope the next steps go well also. The Pramipexole might be something to consider. Thank you for all you do!
This was extremely helpful to understand which drugs do what in each phase! I was on 6mg Vraylar most of last year until my episodes stopped in December. I continued to take it until March of this year and my sleepiness was HORRIBLE. I had to convince my APN that I wanted to stop it because it was affecting my life too much. I do think it helped but so happy to be off that ($$$) for now and stay on 200mg lamotrigine. Love all your videos.
Thanks for your input Brent. I have not had much good luck with Vraylar. I’m glad to hear it worked well for you. But I’ve had people feel agitated on it and then I had a couple people feel super tired like you did and they just had to stop it.
Great video as always Dr. Tracey. Can a medication Seroquel which works for all phases of bipolar disorder stops working suddenly? If yes, why does that happen and how to solve it. Thank you❤️
You are awesome. Thank you for all that you do.
You’re so welcome Dawn 😊👍🏽
Thank you for this video. It gives me something tangible from a professional to take to my doctor. No Hokum or lavender candles.
Thank you for this video doc
Great info, thank you.
You. Are. Awesome.
I have a partner that is bipolar and hesitant to take medications. I know medication would help but I have NO RIGHT to keep pushing home to do something he doesn’t want to. But having the information laid out like this could help me plead my case.
I am same as your partner. My partner makes me feel so bad for not taking meds. So I started it and it sucks but I think it’ll ultimately be the best option - until science has figured out a better way!
Thank you for another informative video. A few questions: How can I tell the difference between depression bipolar behavior? What is manic behavior? What about drinking alcohol with antidepressant medications. How can I tell if a person is antidepressant dependent and also alcoholic or has been misdiagnosed depression?
Wow such a useful video ! Now I understand so much more…
I diagnosed myself after being treated for depression. It took 15 years to find the right medication. I was almost going to be given electric shock. Serequel saved my life.
I just got diagnosed with bipolar along with other mental illnesses. I was taking Zoloft but got prescribed lamotrigine and every time at night I’d have panic attacks and would get very emotional to the point of becoming suicidal. My mood would change in a flash and I got this painful mouth sore. So I’m waiting for my psychiatrist to contact me to change my medication :( it could be so tiring at times trying to get better! I pray for all our healings and right medication
I recommend you use psychedelic mushrooms, micro dosing on them has given a clear sight and a calm mind to live everyday gracefully, nature has provided everything we need for every problem we have and psychedelic mushrooms helped me heal from depression also, I get mine from an online vendor that specializes on the trade of psychedelic products
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Thank you for this video, it answered my questions about bipolar meds
You’re welcome. Glad it was helpful.
Great video, thank you.
Very good advice, thanks
You’re welcome 😊
Very informative!