Medical Issues and Autism

Many people on the autism spectrum are suffering from related physical and mental health conditions. Others are on a range of medications to treat symptoms of autism itself. Get answers to your questions about medical issues and autism.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Medical Issues and Autism Many people on the autism spectrum are suffering from related physical and mental health conditions. Others are on a range of medications to treat symptoms of autism itself. Get answers to your questions about medical issues and autism. A Layperson's Description of Rapid Cycling Bipolar Disorder   The official definition of rapid cycling is having 4 or more distinct episodes of depression and hypo/mania in one year, originally with periods of normal mood between episodes. But nowadays, all kinds of different patterns of illness are all mixed up together under the heading of rapid cycling. For example, if you go from one episode DIRECTLY into another type of episode, with no normal mood period in between, this is a 'switch.' The terminology is very confusing; guest author Kaduna clarifies! READ NOW Why Caregivers Should Avoid Conflict   Conflict rarely if ever serves a useful purpose in caregiving READ NOW 6 Foods You Should Eat to Live Longer   Research suggests that what you eat can be one of the most important factors to living a long, healthy life. READ NOW Best Antidepressant for Weight Loss?   Your antidepressant is causing the numbers on the scale to skyrocket and you don't know what to do. Which antidepressant is best for weight loss? READ NOW Is a Psychologist a Doctor?   Is a psychologist a doctor? Who should I see to treat my depression? READ NOW Trending Now • How Regular Fasting Can Improve Your Health • Delicious DIY Infused Water • Winterize Your Thyroid - 10 Tips for Surviving the Winter Cold • The Surprising Way Hillary Clinton Treats Her Thyroid Condition • 8 Easy Ways to Increase Your Daily Water Intake • 4 Ways to Deal with Constant Neck or Back Pain • 10 Things your NICU Nurses Wish You Knew Advertisement About Bipolar Disorder  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Bipolar Disorder newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.