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What to do if i have bipolar 1, but what is bp nos?

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Dr. Grant Boyer answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Get psychiatric care: Get a proper full diagnosis from either a psychiatrist or psychologist. If you have a bipolar diagnosis you will need to be on a mood stabilizer and probably an antidepressant. The nos consideration is due to not making the clear criteria for either bipolar 1 or 2.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bipolar disorder Tx: Meds fall into classes of mood stabilizers (Lithium​/ anticonvulsants like valproic acid, divalproex or lamotrigine) & atypical antipsychotics (Quetiapine, aripiprazole, olanzapine or risperidone). Other tx: psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychotherapy & family or group therapy. Refractory cases- Transcranial magnetic stimulation or electroconvulsive therapy. BP NOS does not meet>

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