Mental Health: Treatments
Borderline Personality Disorder - Surgery
03/26/07, HealthwiseNo surgery is available to treat borderline personality disorder.
Borderline Personality Disorder - Other Treatment
03/26/07, HealthwiseProfessional counseling is an important part of treatment for borderline personality disorder. Other therapies, such as relaxation techniques, may also help you recover more quickly and improve your quality of life. Family therapy may
Bulimia Nervosa - Treatment Overview
10/04/07, HealthwiseTreatment for bulimia involves psychological counseling, and sometimes medicines such as antidepressants. Treatment does not usually require staying in the hospital, although this is sometimes needed. Both professional counseling and
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Bulimia Nervosa - Surgery
10/04/07, HealthwiseThere is no surgical treatment for bulimia.
Bulimia Nervosa - Other Treatment
10/04/07, HealthwisePsychological counseling. Several types of counseling may be useful in treating eating disorders. The two most proven types are:
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens - Treatment Overview
05/14/07, HealthwiseAlthough mood changes and other symptoms associated with bipolar disorder are challenging, they can be managed effectively. Treatment usually includes medications (such as mood stabilizers) and professional counseling, and often a com
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens - Surgery
05/14/07, HealthwiseThere is no surgery to treat bipolar disorder.
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens - Other Treatment
05/14/07, HealthwiseMost children who have bipolar disorder need medication. However, other forms of treatment used along with medications play an important role in balancing mood and improving quality of life. Counseling, education about the disorder, a
Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease
12/08/08, HealthwiseDeep brain stimulation uses electrical impulses to stimulate a target area in the brain. The stimulation affects movement by altering the activity in that area of the brain. The procedure does not destroy any brain tissue, and stimulation
Support Groups and Social Support
01/21/09, HealthwiseHealth problems like cancer or heart disease and mental health problems like substance abuse or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have an emotional side. And the same is true for certain life events, like being a parent or caring for
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