About Bipolar Disorder: Qsymia, Belviq for Weight Loss - Okay in Bipolar?

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Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping and Support From Marcia Purse, your Guide to Bipolar Disorder Heaven knows I struggle with my weight, and the odds are that if you have bipolar disorder, you do, too. I look at lovely, slim women my age and want to cry sometimes. But my self-discipline for reducing calories is currently non-existent. If I wanted to get help with one of the new drugs below, I'd also have to be willing to commit to a better diet and more exercise. What about you? Qsymia & Belviq Approved for Weight Loss, BUT... It's wonderful news that the FDA has approved two new weight loss medications. The increasing overweight and obese population of the US sorely needs help. But if you want to try one of these drugs, be aware of the special precautions needed for patients with bipolar disorder or depression. Read more... See More About:  belviq  qsymia  bipolar and weight Bipolar Means Risk of Metabolic Syndrome Since we're talking about weight loss, let's take a look at the subject of bipolar and weight gain. Why are so many people with bipolar disorder overweight? Read more... 5 Bad Reasons Not to Take Your Medications There are more than five bad reasons not to take medications, but this three-part article looks at some of the most common wrong reasons people either refuse to take medications or stop taking them. Read more... See More About:  compliance issues  diabetes  Forms of Bipolar Disorder There are a number of different forms or classifications for bipolar disorder (manic depression) such as Bipolar I or II and Cyclothymia. Here are resources specific to each of these forms. Read more... Bipolar Disorder Ads Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Depression Bipolar Treatment Bipolar Causes Bipolar Featured Articles Treatment Options for Bipolar Disorder Impact on Life Personal Stories & Literature About Bipolar Disorder Legal Issues About Bipolar Disorder on Facebook Follow on Twitter   More from About.com Free Children's Books How would you like to have access to a free online public library of books from around the world for kids 3 to 13? Read more...> Best Water Parks Better pack your bathing suit -- here are our recommendations for the funnest, wettest, splashiest water parks around. Read 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.com Bipolar Disorder newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What Is Bipolar Disorder? Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Our Community for Bipolar Disorder   Follow me on: Advertisement