If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor.
If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call911.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
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However, she explains that antidepressants can cause people with bipolar disorder to experience manic episodes.
Unfortunately, thats how the diagnosis of bipolar disorder is arrived at in many cases, says Dr. Daramus.
Treating Bipolar Depression
Bipolar depression can be treated with medication and therapy.
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