Posted by DSCH on September 6, 2003, at 20:37:50
In reply to Re: two questions about SAM-E » DSCH, posted by francesco on September 6, 2003, at 20:01:21
Bipolarity swinging around quickly is called 'rapid cycling'. I'm not sure how reactive it can be or wether it usually is entirely independent of outer stimuli.
If all the neural activity of the alternating hypomania/depression is swamping your ability to concentrate rather than it being an inherent issue with your pre-frontal cortex than, yeah, lithium or an anticonvulsant could help you concentrate. (note the 'ifs' and 'coulds')
But, again, I am not a degreed medical or psych professional, get a professional opinion (or as far as you can get one in Italy). ;-) I'm also just sitting behind a computer thousands of miles away from you too. In fact, let me recommend that you put as much effort as you can into finding the best pdoc (or a psychologist with a neurological rather than a Freudian/Jungian/Adlerian bent).
If I ever come to Italy and you're doing OK would you be willing to show me around and help me avoid the tourist traps? :-) I'd like to see the country one day.
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