Dr. MAR's Guide to Understanding the Three Types of Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder "NOS"

DrMAR — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:28:59 -0400

As suggested by the name this is a bit of a grab-bag category for this condition, but is worth learning about if you, or a loved one, don’t consistently exhibit the symptoms/behaviors attributed to Bipolar I and II.

Link: http://www.recurrentdepression.com/site/more/78/

Bipolar I: The Clinical Perspective

DrMAR — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:28:59 -0400

If you’re interested in a more clinical approach to Bipolar Disorder 1, this online article is a decent resource.

Link: http://www.mentalhealth.com/dis1/p21-md02.html

Bipolar I: A Short Description

DrMAR — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:28:59 -0400

Short and “sweet,” this article provides an apt introduction to Bipolar I.

Link: http://bipolar.about.com/cs/faqs/f/faq_bp1.htm

Bipolar II: The Clinical Perspective

DrMAR — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:28:59 -0400

For anyone who wants a more clinical perspective on Bipolar II, this resource outlines the main clinical components.

Link: http://www.mentalhealth.com/dis1/p21-md05.html

Bipolar II: A Short Introduction

DrMAR — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:28:59 -0400

Bipolar II is explained in easy-to-understand terms in this short “layperson’s” article, but it’s important to read more than one short piece if you really want to understand this complex condition.

Link: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-bipolar-ii.htm