Psychological theories of perception Apparitional experiences have relevance to psychological theories of perception, and in particular to the distinction between top-down and bottom-up approaches (cf. article on Top-down and bottom-up design). Top-down theories, such as that of Richard Langton Gregory, who conceives of perception as a process whereby the brain makes a series of hypotheses [...]
Manic Depression
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Christmas can be a nightmare for people with bipolar disorder, but with a little planning and help from a friend you can protect Christmas from an episode.
If your friend or partner is berserk with mania or a mixed bipolar episode what can you do? What should you do? We look at the options and ethics from your point of view and your friend’s point of view. Read on – you will be relieved.
Coping with manic depression, otherwise known as bi-polar disorder, can be a real challenge for the individual suffering with the disease
Living with a loved one who suffers from a personality disorder can be one of lifes most difficult challenges. Find out how to avoid crazy making. If you live with someone who suffers from a personality disorder, you need to learn how to avoid the effects of crazy making.
Holidays can be difficult times for families and individuals who are challenged with bipolar disorder. While holidays are times of celebration and reflection, they also carry expectations, both our own and those of others. Culturally our society demands that we be happy” during this time of year. And the opposite is also true. The happiness” expectation can flame mania into a bonfire of endless parties and shopping sprees. Taking some time to plan our expectations and activities during the holiday season can help us celebrate well.
Parenting a child with bipolar disorder presents its own unique challenges. Family and friends may have attributed your child?s difficult behavior to stubbornness or other personality flaws. They may disagree with your parenting skills, however it is important to recognize and accept bipolar disorder for what it is ? just another medical condition.
Like a pendulum on a constant swing either up or down, those who suffer from manic depression might find themselves feeling and acting clinically depressed one day and on an emotional high the next. Also known as bipolar disorder for this pendulum swing, the condition does not have a known cause and cures are also not known. But, there are some effective treatments to help put the person in regulating the swings.
Support groups can be very helpful for those with manic depression. The first step in the cure is seeking the assistance.
Depression has become recognized as a potentially dangerous disease by doctors in the past several years. Unfortunately, it hasn’t always been this way. People used to be labeled as hypocondriacs, whiners, lazy, ect. You get the picture.
Depression can sap your energy, and take away all of your motivation and drive to live your life. Wouldn’t it be great if you could regulate and eliminate your depression just by having certain thoughts? I know that this sounds too good to be true, but very often; various types of depression are only caused by having negative thoughts.
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