Bipolar treatment

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Hello all

Have a new patient coming to see me next week - male 41 with diagnosis of

bipolar disorder at age 18. Currently on 10mg Apripiprazole but with approval of

his psychiatrist wants to gradually taper off the drug with the support of

herbs, acupuncture, meditation etc. Never having treated anyone with this

disorder before I have been reading through the very helpful archives on the

subject which emphasise the importance of diet (fish oils;sugar;

wheat)self-awareness for monitoring of mood swings etc. In terms of herbs, liver

herbs, 2 x RX for different phases etc. are mentioned. Just wondering if anyone

has any more recent experience/advice to offer or case studies you could share?

Many thanks

Alison