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Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping and Support From Marcia Purse, your Guide to Bipolar Disorder I've got a mixed bag for you this week - a new study shedding light on women whose symptoms get worse during the premenstrual period; a look at some factors that may cause a bipolar person to become violent; a chance to bring bipolar disorder into the public limelight; and another story of mental healthcare being neglected by a state government. Below the fold, information on Bipolar III Disorder, and at right, some discussions hand-picked to share. Don't miss "February." Women's Issue: Effects of Premenstrual Bipolar Symptoms Study results show that women whose bipolar disorder gets worse during the premenstrual period are likely to have more episodes - mostly depressive episodes - and a shorter time between episodes. See More About:  women and bipolar disorder  Risk Factors for Violence in Bipolar Disorder Writing in Psychiatric Times, Drs. Allison Lee and Igor Galynker took a look at some of the risk factors for violence in people who have bipolar disorder, with special emphasis on childhood trauma. See More About:  mental illness and violence  Vote for Bipolar Children's Organization and Book This year two of the finalists in About.com's Reader's Choice Awards are the Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation (CABF) and the children's book Brandon and the Bipolar Bear. Bring attention to bipolar issues by voting! See More About:  bipolar children  Arizona Mental Healthcare System Hurt by Budget Cuts The Sierra Vista Herald reports that recent funding cuts have had a drastic effect on Arizona's mental healthcare programs, and more cuts may be on the way. Local chapters of NAMI (the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) have been hit hard. See More About:  mental health funding  Bipolar Disorder Ads Bipolar Manic Depression Depression Symptoms Depression Treatment Anxiety Depression Featured Articles Cyclothymia or Bipolar III Disorder Diagnosing Cyclothymia Doctors, Meds and Friends: A Bipolar Teen's Story Borderline Personality Disorder Defined About Bipolar Disorder on Facebook Follow on Twitter   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. 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   What We're Talking About The Torments of Chronic Pain I need help on this... February Advertisement