NH court dismisses jail chaplain's convictions Nov 18, 2009
He eventually learned she was diagnosed as bipolar. Authorities learned the relationship became sexual in 2007 and Flodin admitted that what he did was wrong. (Concord Monitor)
IBM biochip allows fast diagnosis of many diseases Nov 18, 2009
For the readout, a sensor is used that resembles the CMOS or CCD devices used in digital cameras. However, in order to enable one-time-use and at the same time keep the price for the device low, biochip and sensor are not integrated. (EETimes)
LETTER: Churches should do a better job teaching love Nov 18, 2009
The Question wrote on Nov 17, 2009 7:25 AM:" So you spit on gay people, and also love them. Quite the bipolar attitude you have there. ". shumphreys wrote on Nov 17, 2009 8:50 AM:" The reverend is right a wise person should learn from "good" examples as well as from "bad" examples. Many homosexuals have shown us the good example of what a loving respectful relationship should be. While many Christians have shown us the bad example. Homosexuality however is not a sin although it is a sin to say... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
FULL STORY (includes animations) Nov 18, 2009
Initially a bipolar shell with a narrow waist and lobes on each side is present. Two knots are seen at the extreme ends of the shell moving at some 30 million kilometres per hour, while the shell itself races through space at about 24 million miles per hour. (Astronomy Now Online)
Not All 'Best Of' Awards Real Deal Nov 18, 2009
And that one objective is to get you to buy that recognition," Goggin said.A group called U.S. Commerce Association sent the e-mail. It directs winners to a Web site to get their award, which, it turns out, comes with a price tag between $79 and $200.Goggin said people can lose more than cash."These organizations ask for personal information," he warned.U.S. Commerce Association has a BBB rating of F. There's no selection commission for the vanity awards, Goggin said -- buyers simply pay for the... (KCRA 3, CA)
Cleveland Rocked By Ravens 16-0 Nov 17, 2009
Live Cameras, Conditions. Disgusted Fans Leave Cleveland Stadium In Droves. (Click2Houston, TX)
Kentucky companies get SBIR-STTR grants Nov 17, 2009
a Louisville-based company that is developing tests to help doctors diagnose bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. a Louisville-based eyeglass lens manufacturer that uses nanotechnology in its production process. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Headed in the right direction (943) Nov 17, 2009
Having a close friend who is a mianic depressive(previously called bipolar, I know how next-to-impossible it can be for some mentally ill individuals to stay out of trouble. It is PAST time when society realizes that these people are ill rather than bad and that taking their medications is equally important as it is for a diabetic to take his or her insulin regularly. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Health care changes cut Georgia's spending Nov 17, 2009
Staff at the Department of Community Health, which oversees the CMOs, calculated the savings by projecting two scenarios. In one, it assumed the old, fee-for-service insurance plan that the CMOs replaced had merely kept up with inflation ... Community Health monitors the performance of the CMOs, from availability of nearby physicians to how many rings it takes before phone calls are answered. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Caution, ambition mix in Coakley's methodical journey Nov 17, 2009
A talented pianist, he suffered from bipolar disorder but refused to take medication, and hanged himself shortly after being discharged from a hospital. It had a huge impact on me personally and professionally, as well as my entire family, Coakley said. (Boston Globe)
Mice missing PKCI/HINT1 Nov 17, 2009
Postmortem studies identified PKCI/HINT1 as a candidate molecule for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. We investigated the hypothesis that the PKCI/HINT1 gene may play an important role in regulating mood function in the CNS. We submitted PKCI/HINT1 KO mice and their wild type (WT) littermates to behavioral tests used to study anti-depressant, anxiety like behaviors, and goal-oriented behavior. (BioMed Central)
Softkinetic and Optrima Unveil Universal 3D Gesture Recognition Solution Nov 16, 2009
OPTRIMA hardware solutions include CMOS 3D TOF Imagers, 3D TOF Platforms and 3D TOF Cameras. Optrima is building this hardware on its proprietary and patented technology DepthSense 3D Imaging. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Your Career: More disabilities to be protected Nov 16, 2009
U.S. widening definition for disability at work. Epilepsy, cancer, mental illness to be covered under changes to ADA. (MSNBC -- Business)
Sculptured Materials Allow Multiple Channel Plasmonic Sensors Nov 16, 2009
(May 7, 2009) Scientists have developed a method to integrate high-speed CMOS electronics and nanophotonic circuitry based on plasmonic effects. Metal-based nanophotonics (plasmonics) can squeeze light into. (Science Daily)
The Cornwell factor Nov 15, 2009
Lucy has a penchant for driving Ferraris (so did Cornwell); she loves the adrenaline rush of flying a helicopter (so does Cornwell); is fragile and struggles with dark moods (Cornwell says she manages her bipolar disorder without medication); and in this book Lucy is furiously tracking a rogue financial adviser who has decimated her multimillion-dollar fortune. Days before our interview, news broke that Cornwell, reputed to earn $US10 million ($11 million) a year, and Gruber are suing their... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Prison time puts stop to scammer's schemes Nov 15, 2009
The last one told her she wasn't bipolar; she was selfish, he said. That's when she threw a fit and left for Georgia. (The Augusta Chronicle)
DOES MARIJUANA HAVE MEDICAL USES? Nov 15, 2009
In addition there are long lists compiled, anecdotally, of effectiveness in such conditions as alcoholism, arthritis, bipolar disorder, asthma, hypertension and the list goes on. Like any drug there would be reasons to be concerned about the safety profile and any adverse effects. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Calif. Export Trade Figures Improving Nov 14, 2009
Learn the top five signs of common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder. If you're looking to save on your next new vehicle, a low sticker price is just one aspect. (KSBW 8, CA)
Faulty Body Clock May Make Kids Bipolar Nov 14, 2009
13, 2009) Malfunctioning circadian clock genes may be responsible for bipolar disorder in children. Researchers writing in the open access journal BMC Psychiatry found four versions of the regulatory gene RORB that were associated with pediatric bipolar disorder ... They found four alterations to the RORB gene that were positively associated with being bipolar. (Science Daily)
Let brother deal with girlfriend in his own way Nov 14, 2009
Remind bipolar friend how her behavior affects others. Dear Amy: How should I handle a friend who is bipolar. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Gene Knockout May Cheer Up Mice Nov 14, 2009
The causes of mood dysfunction, as seen in depressive and bipolar disorders, are still not fully understood ... She says the protein encoded by the gene could be a potential target for development of diagnostic or therapeutic agents that one day might be used for depression, bipolar disorders or schizophrenia ... Meanwhile, she says, "We are showing the scientific community that this is an important protein that may have something to do with schizophrenia, bipolar [disorders], and depression.... (Science Daily)
Living in a Bipolar Business World Nov 14, 2009
Get ready for a bipolar world. "No Size Fits All: From Mass Marketing to Mass Handselling" by Tom Hayes and Michael S. Malone. (ABC News -- Business)
Calendar: MIND events in November and December Nov 14, 2009
Physicians will come together to learn about cutting-edge research in these fields and about mental health issues, including , bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Las Vegas. (Scientific American)
Cold Front Brings More Snow To Cascades Nov 14, 2009
Learn the top five signs of common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder. Explore the internets leading source for online universities and get financial help to further your education. (KIRO TV, WA)
Is it teenage moodiness or depression? Nov 14, 2009
There are two major types of depression: major depression, which causes extreme sadness for an extended period of time; and bipolar depression, which includes a manic phase that makes affected individuals feel high, behave erratically and display poor judgment ... Symptoms of mania (bipolar depression) in adolescents include ... Major and bipolar depression may be considered familial when several members of one family are affected. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)
Cavs West inactive again for internal matter Nov 13, 2009
He has been treated in the past for bipolar disorder, and his wife recently filed a domestic violence report against him. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Religion: Nov. 12 Nov 13, 2009
The support group is geared toward parents of adolescents and young adults dealing with severe depression, bipolar disorder, eating disorders and other types of mental illnesses. Please contact Cynthia Gordon at the Wellesley Hills Church at 781-235-4424 for more information. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Southwest Launches New Fare Sale Nov 13, 2009
Learn the top five signs of common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder. 123. (Click2Houston, TX)
AG says Utah agrees to $24M Zyprexa settlement Nov 13, 2009
Zyprexa is approved for the treatment of schizophrenia and certain types of bipolar disorder, Shurtleff said ... Shurtleff said a four-year investigation by his office found that there were 1,769 Medicaid patients over the age of 65 who took Zyprexa but never had a diagnosis of schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Smoking Tied to Suicide Risk in Bipolar Disorder Nov 13, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People with bipolar disorder who smoke appear to have a heightened risk of suicidal behavior -- possibly because they are generally prone to impulsive acts, a new study suggests. Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is marked by dramatic swings in mood -- ranging from episodes of debilitating depression to periods of euphoric recklessness ... Previous studies have found that bipolar patients who smoke have a higher suicide risk than their non-smoking... (MEDLINEplus)
Mozambique: Opposition Rejects Election Results Nov 13, 2009
The MDM leader and mayor of Beira, Daviz Simango, described the elections as "democratic illegality", but was pleased that the election of eight MDM members to the country's parliament, the Assembly of the Republic, broke the bipolar nature of that institution. Simango had the grace to congratulate the winners and wish them well in their governance, even though he regarded the results more a product of the electoral bodies than of the electorate. (allAfrica.com)
Trial Data on Anti-Seizure Drug Might Have Been Manipulated Nov 13, 2009
Neurontin is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat seizures and shingles, but is also widely used off-label to fight migraines, bipolar disorder and pain. Dickersin compared internal company documents to 20 trials funded by Pfizer and Parke-Davis, 12 of which were published. (MEDLINEplus)
Aunt Accused Of Stabbing 2 Children Nov 13, 2009
"Kind of bipolar real quiet and always stayed to herself," Epps said. Umagat has been charged with two first-degree felony counts of injury to a child. (Click2Houston, TX)
'Say Anything' doesn't say much Nov 13, 2009
Much like the bipolar singer's erratic behavior, his music is constantly riding the wave of its catchy pop appeal and its own unpredictability. At any moment, it seems it could all fall apart into an incoherent mess or generic rubbish. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Hidden Danger Lurks In Glass Topped Tables Nov 13, 2009
"Consumer Reports tells KIRO it's pushing for a voluntary standard that would require furniture manufacturers to use safety glass instead of regular glass.It's even talking with Congress about writing a bill that would make it a law.If you own glass furniture at home and do not know whether it's made of safety glass or annealed glass, call the manufacturer. Copyright 2009 by . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. More Money Learn tips... (KIRO TV, WA)
Actress Debi Mazar Talks About her Family's Experience with Bipolar Depression Nov 12, 2009
Debi shares her inspirational story as part of campaign to educate people about bipolar disorder ... Nov. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As part of a panel discussion on bipolar disorder, actress Debi Mazar revealed today that her family has been affected firsthand by this disease ... Debi was joined in New York by people living with (the depressive phase of bipolar disorder) and healthcare professionals who treat it as part of the SPEAK and Be Heard. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bourn Earns Gold Glove Award Nov 12, 2009
Learn the top five signs of common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder. StoriesClick to Expand. (Click2Houston, TX)
Northeastern Crime Log Nov 12, 2009
1:30 p.m. A student reported she received harassing e-mails from a cousin who had become ostracized from her family due to incidents stemming from his bipolar disorder. NUPD contacted the cousin and advised him not to contact the student or he would be subject to a restraining order. (Northeastern News, MA)
Pfizer drug studies fudged, report says Nov 12, 2009
The lawyers, who are seeking class action status for the cases, claim Pfizer concealed evidence the epilepsy drug Neurontin didnt work for those unapproved uses, including nerve pain, migraines and bipolar disorder ... For the new review, the researchers examined 20 patient studies funded by New York-based Pfizer and its Parke-Davis unit on use of Neurontin for preventing migraines or treating nerve pain or bipolar disorder. (MSNBC -- Health)
Outcome Reporting in Industry-Sponsored Trials of Gabapentin for Off-Label Use Nov 12, 2009
Methods We examined reporting practices for trials of gabapentin funded by Pfizer and Warner-Lambert's subsidiary, Parke-Davis (hereafter referred to as Pfizer and Parke-Davis) for off-label indications (prophylaxis against migraine and treatment of bipolar disorders, neuropathic pain, and nociceptive pain), comparing internal company documents with published reports. Results We identified 20 clinical trials for which internal documents were available from Pfizer and Parke-Davis; of these... (New England Journal of Medicine)
Role for circadian clocks in bipolar disorder Nov 12, 2009
Evidence for Genetic Association of RORB with Bipolar Disorder ... Bipolar disorder, particularly in children, is characterized by rapid cycling and switching, making circadian clock genes plausible molecular underpinnings for bipolar disorder ... We previously reported work establishing mice lacking the clock gene D-box binding protein (DBP) as a stress-reactive genetic animal model of bipolar disorder. (BioMed Central)
Cavs make Magic disappear Nov 12, 2009
He also has been treated in the past for bipolar disorder. But this one had all the muscle and tussle. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Review finds flaws in Pfizer Neurontin study Nov 12, 2009
The lawyers, who are seeking class-action status for the cases, claim Pfizer concealed evidence the epilepsy drug Neurontin didn t work for unapproved uses including nerve pain and bipolar disorder. One report author is an expert witness for the plaintiffs; another has received fees from the lawyers. (Boston Globe)
First Lady Michelle Obama, Dr. Jill Biden Join Blue Star Families, This Emotional Life Producers to Support Military Families Nov 12, 2009
Partners include the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Mental Health America, the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance and Mayo Clinic. About the Project Partners. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New help for postpartum depression Nov 11, 2009
Especially considering that moms requiring or requesting it have had only one option: general psychiatric wards, the same locked units that care for drug addicts, schizophrenics, and patients with bipolar or eating disorders. It's not that these programs can't help. (CNN)
Marcial: Is Eli Lilly Ripe for a Rebound? Nov 11, 2009
Analyst John Cogan of Daiwa Securities America notes, however, that sales of Zyprexa, Lilly's biggest-selling product, which treats schizophrenia and bipolar disease, may slow due to competition from low-priced generic Risperdal and some safety concerns. Sales of Zyprexa in 2008 slipped to $4. (BusinessWeek)
Aiming To Avoid Damage To Neurocognitive Areas Of The Brain During Cranial Radiation Nov 11, 2009
(May 5, 2009) Researchers have uncovered a mechanism that helps explain how lithium, a drug widely used to treat bipolar mood disorder, also protects the brain from damage that occurs during radiation. (Nov. (Science Daily)
Consider those most at risk Nov 11, 2009
Most people with mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder are scared and lonely ... A local chapter of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is starting. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Area residents remember the fall of the Berlin wall Nov 10, 2009
It was the end of the bipolar world and the beginning of a more complex world, he said: I was awe struck. . (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
He stands by wife accused of faking kidnapping Nov 10, 2009
A wealthy Florida man is standing by the wife who police say faked her own kidnapping, because, the man says, her actions are the result of undiagnosed bipolar disorder ... Gray said his wifes grandmother and sister both have bipolar disorder ... He said he now believes that Quinn had been drinking to self-medicate her own bipolar condition. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Three anniversaries Nov 10, 2009
It was said that the world had gone from being bipolar to unipolar, that no force since Rome had been as powerful as America and its legions. This was absurd hyperbole, of course. (Salon)
Why women panic more than men? Nov 10, 2009
- People with panic disorder often have other problems such as major depression, bipolar illness, or other types of anxiety disorders. Treatment Your doctor can prescribe different kinds of medication and therapy for treating your panic disorder, including. (India Times, India)
At your service Nov 9, 2009
Bipolar Support Group: 386-254-4080. Brain Injury Support Group: For patients and caregivers. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Pfizer Broke Law by Promoting Drugs for Wrong Uses In Violation of Pledge Nov 9, 2009
He told doctors that Neurontin was the best drug for a dozen off-label uses, including pain relief, bipolar disease and depression. What I Did Was Wrong. (Bloomberg)
Former official to be sentenced for theft Nov 9, 2009
The Rileys lawyers say they were only following the orders of their daughter s psychiatrist, who had diagnosed the girl with bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The defense contends she died of pneumonia. (Boston Globe)
Ways students can save Nov 8, 2009
Students with bipolar disease and substance abuse problems have appeared in my office. Rarely, students have been openly disruptive to the whole building and several departments have dealt with someone struggling to cope with life. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Is Dr. Drew's sexual healing bad for you? Nov 8, 2009
"I've lost all my sponsors and friends due to, you know, sleeping with their wives." Lovett says, "I've always used marijuana and stuff, just to kind of be more mellow, I've always kind of had ADD ..." After watching his restless, manic energy at the rehab center, though, it's hard not to wonder if he isn't bipolar. But James and Phil don't seem to be going through any kind of major reckoning, beyond, "Why can't I take anything seriously?" Most of the women on "Sex Rehab With Dr. Drew," on the... (Salon)
eBay "Camera" Nov 7, 2009
CMOs and CEOs present their brand success stories at this Conference Board event. November 10, 2009 - November 11, 2009. (AdWeek)
Abbott faces feds probing Depakote marketing Nov 7, 2009
The oral medicine is approved to treat various types of seizure disorders and manic phases of bipolar disorder. The Justice Department in recent years has reached settlements with a number of large drugmakers accused of improperly selling drugs for unapproved uses and making improper payments to doctors prescribing their drugs. (Crain's Chicago Business)
RF chip maker MaxLinear files for IPO Nov 7, 2009
-- MaxLinear Inc., a provider of CMOS-based radio-frequency analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering of its Class A common stock ... Subsequently, in 2004, MaxLinear secured Series-A venture financing upon the completion of its first prototype silicon television tuner in CMOS technology. (EETimes)
Sex ed gets another endorsement Nov 7, 2009
We would have passionate, hours-long debates, as though we were opposing counsels in court; the first of such debates ended with him throwing up his hands and announcing, "Congratulations, you've worn out a professional litigator." He owned his own three-story house with a panorama of the Bay Area, drove an SUV -- with a shiny hood ornament that made me cringe -- and wanted to sweep me off my feet, rescue me from my one-room apartment, as well as the dishes piled up in (and under) my sink and my... (Salon)
Coroner's Inquest: Officer Justified in Shooting Teen Nov 7, 2009
Chamberlain's mother says her son was bipolar and she begged officers not to kill her son. The teen was shot Sept. 29 after Officer Derek Colling was called to a report of a domestic disturbance at an apartment several miles east of the Las Vegas Strip. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
An insight to counter fear of the mentally ill Nov 7, 2009
Three per cent will have reality-related disorders; schizophrenia, psychosis or bipolar mood disorder. Fifty-four per cent of the homeless have a mental illness. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Suicide Support Group Come 'Out Of The Dark' Nov 7, 2009
Hallgren was diagnosed with bipolar disorder 25 years ago, and attempted suicide a couple times. "After finally getting a good therapist and getting on the right medications, there is no stopping me now," she said. (KERO 23, CA)
Kids on psych drugs have alarming weight gain Nov 7, 2009
Weight gain is a known possible side effect of the anti-psychotic drugs which are prescribed for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, but also increasingly for autism, attention deficit disorders and other behavior problems. The new study in mostly older children and teens suggests they may be more vulnerable to weight gain than adults. (MSNBC -- Health)
