I live in arizona and I need to know where to get tested for bipolar disorder in the phoenix area. Whenever I try to look it up online all I get is the symptoms and info about medicine but I don't need any of that info right now, all I need to know is where to get tested and I don't have a specific doctor so I was wondering if there was a clinic or something like that that I can go to? Thank you for your help!
2006-08-29 16:58:47 · 13 answers · asked by Crystal M 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Open your phone book, go to M/Mental Health, and look for a MHMR clinic. They specialize in mental health disorders. They can diagnose you, assign you a case worker, and provide your medication.
2006-08-29 17:00:31 · answer #1 · answered by Justsyd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your GP for a referral. You need a psychologist and a psychiatrist. A psychologist deals with the emotional side of things and the behavioral part, while the psychiatrist deals with the medication end. A GP can prescribe meds, but they do not specialize in mental health so I don't think they are as effective. Don't wait to get help. The sooner you start treatment, the better the prognosis.
2006-08-29 17:02:49 · answer #2 · answered by Krystle B 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
your best bet is to call valueoptions (yes, it is one word) at 800-564-5465 for a referral. they are the "rbha" (regional behavioral health agency) for the phoenix, az area. they can refer you to the appropriate place for a diagnosis. they can also refer you to one that has a sliding fee scale, if needed. they also have a website - www.valueoptions.com/arizona
the reason i know this is because i own a behavioral health agency in the phoenix area. - whatever you do, please get help. this is a very serious problem that does not have to be a part of a persons everyday life.
good luck to you - :)
2006-08-29 17:14:44 · answer #3 · answered by snappy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no one test for Bipolar Disorder. It is a mental illness That use to be caleed "Manic Depression". One has to talk to a trained psychiatrist in a mental health center who is familiar with the disease.
Even though i live in NY state- a simple web search brought me to this site:
http://www.mental-disorder.net/wb/pages/city-info/phoenix-mental-health/phoenix-mental-health-clinics.php
Good luck
2006-08-29 17:14:08 · answer #4 · answered by pedidoc43 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask friends to help you find a good general practitioner - you'll probably need a referral from one to get the tests you want done.
2006-08-29 17:08:36 · answer #5 · answered by BettyBoop 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First thing I would do is to go to a general practicioner to let him/her know of your concern. Or you can possibly check out a social worker or psychologist in your area to help you out. Another helpful resource would be to check out www.ivillage.com as they have a huge community of on-line support groups, and I'm sure they have a bipolar one to help you with your concerns.
2006-08-29 17:01:51 · answer #6 · answered by lakeviewcubbiegal 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have medical insurance, you could go through that to see a phsyciatrist. If you dont, you need to check what kind of free medical insurance your state uses. In Cali... we have "Medi-Cal". You could contact your local county services to see what they have to offer you.
2006-08-29 17:05:55 · answer #7 · answered by indystyl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You actually have to see a counselor or pyscholigist to be diagnosed.
Here is a center I found in your area, good luck.
http://www.deerval.com/BipolarDisorder.htm
2006-08-29 17:04:52 · answer #8 · answered by leslieguelker0517 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should make an appointment with your primary care physician and have him/her evaluate you or refer you to a doctor is the right field.
2006-08-29 17:01:13 · answer #9 · answered by vir9inia@sbcglobal.net 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
u aint dont worry if someone told u that they did it to cut u down uyou r not
that is nothing to joke about who ever says this to u is very rude love u freind j
2006-08-29 17:01:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋