Questions to ask your doctor
If you have been told you have bipolar disorder, you may want to talk to your doctor to find out more.
Here are some questions that you might want to ask.
- Which type of bipolar disorder do I have?
- What are my options for treatment while I have mania?
- What are my options for treatment while I have bipolar depression?
- Can I learn how to tell when my symptoms are coming back (that is, when I am having a relapse)?
- What should I do if I spot the signs of a relapse? Who should I call? Which drugs should I take?
- While I'm well, can we work out what treatment I want if I have a relapse?
- Will I need to I keep taking my treatment, even if I'm feeling fine?
- Are there any things I should do, or not do, that may stop me from getting a relapse?
- What should I do if I start thinking about hurting myself or killing myself?
- How can my friends and family help me cope with my bipolar disorder?
This information was last updated in Jul 25, 2008
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