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Age 30-39
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Interview 11
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Did not like ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy), felt frightened and confused, and when she tried to exchange contact details with another patient who ha
Hospitalised, but experienced poor service in the NHS. Helpful approaches included the contraceptive pill (acts as a mood stabiliser for her), good GP support, private hospitalisation, and HomeStart help in the home.
Mental health
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Depression
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Age 30-39
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Interview 36
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People can go to support groups even if they are not feeling great since others understand, but it can be hard to combine people who are in a manic ph
Useful approaches include medication, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, therapy, hospitalisation, self-help groups. Currently takes Lithium (600mg/day) and citalopram (Cipramil) 20mg/day.
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