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Bipolar depression. pdoc will only give me stims not antidepressants. lamictal is impairing me. other stabilizers worse. atypical dont help. options?
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Second opinion: Your problem cannot be resolved in this type of forum. Consider consulting another psychiatrist.
Answered 1/5/2018
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Your medication should be managed by a Psychiatrist who understands your medical and psychological history. If you are not confident in your Doctor please see another for a second opinion. Please see a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy to help.
Answered 8/18/2022
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