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Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping and Support From Marcia Purse, your Guide to Bipolar Disorder The other day Franny Syufy, the About Guide to Cats, and I were discussing her article Cat Therapy for Autism, and we got to talking about pets as mental health therapy in general. As a result of our conversation, I now offer you space to share your "pet therapy" experiences. Pets and Mental Illness - Have You Got Pet Therapy? In 2005 when I was going through a lot of turmoil, my friend Kim said, "Get a pet. You need to feel needed." And she was right. I got two cats and have never regretted it. They are definitely therapeutic for me. And that's not unusual. So take this opportunity to share how your pets help you live with a mental illness. See More About:  pet therapy  service dogs  Rapper Earl Simmons (DMX) Talking About Bipolar After his release from prison - for the third time in two years - Earl Simmons is at last talking to the media about having bipolar disorder. See More About:  dmx  celebrities with bipolar disorder  rap artists The Day I Was Diagnosed With Bipolar When About Bipolar Disorder first appeared on the internet in 1998, there were two of us running the website - myself and Kimberly Read (who resigned 18 months ago). Kim was more knowledgeable than I about bipolar, though I learned quickly. And then, a year later, I was diagnosed as bipolar. What a shock! See More About:  diagnosing bipolar disorder  personal experiences with bipolar disorder  mood stabilizers Bipolar and Vivid Dreaming People with bipolar disorder are more likely than others to have vivid dreams and nightmares. Take this opportunity to tell about your own vivid dreams. See More About:  bipolar disorder and dreams  sleep problems  nightmares Bipolar Disorder Ads Bipolar ADHD Diagnosis Cat Symptoms Mania Symptoms DMX Controller Featured Articles Legal Issues Impact on Health Celebrities and Mental Illnesses Diagnosis & Symptoms About Bipolar Disorder on Facebook Follow on Twitter   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More> This newsletter is written by: Marcia Purse Bipolar Disorder Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Bipolar Disorder newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   You Might Be Interested In... Mania and Hypomania Medications A to Z Don't Tolerate Abusive Treatment Advertisement