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Re: bi-polar

Posted by Addy on September 05, 2002 at 09:03:55:

In Reply to: bi-polar posted by kitty on September 05, 2002 at 04:12:36:

I have no doubt that there is a link between bipolar and sleep apnea. But then again, I surmise there is a link between many mental health disorders and sleep disorders.
He needs to be careful about the meds. Many produce a state of lethargy and fatigue.
Believe it or not, what you describe as "the world is wrong and I am right" mood can also occur in the manic state.
You may notice more of the manic state now that he is less sleep deprived.

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