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What can be done for Paxil induced erection problems? * Dr. Leland Heller is a family physician who has treated thousands of patients with the Borderline Personality Disorder. BPD is a medical disorder and that this and other Biological Unhappiness disorders are treatable with medication first and then by retraining the brain * Biological Unhappiness * BiologicalUnhappiness.com

WHAT CAN BE DONE FOR PAXIL INDUCED ERECTION PROBLEMS? Ask The Doctor Dr. Leland Heller Biological Unhappiness WHAT CAN BE DONE FOR PAXIL INDUCED ERECTION PROBLEMS? Question: Dr Heller, I have only been on Paxil 20 mg a day for the past month. I am feeling wonderful, but wonder if I need to remain on the medication. I was diagnosed with a mild case of clinical depression and this is what my Doctor prescribed. I have been experiencing erectile dysfunction since taking the Paxil and wondered if getting off it now after a month will either return the depression, cause any of the side effects that I’ve read about, or have some adverse affect. I am a healthy, 40 y/o white male in good physical shape. I take no other medications and have no other significant medical history. Your reply would be greatly appreciated. Dr. Heller’s Answer: In general treating for only one month is a bad idea. SSRI medications like Paxil usually don’t cause erectile problems, usually a difficulty having orgasms. You need to speak with your physician about trying an alternative antidepressant and possibly checking your testosterone level, since low testosterone can cause depression. What can be done for Paxil induced erection problems? 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Ask the Doctor Home What can be done for Paxil induced erection problems? MENU: Screening Test “Ask the Doctor” (BPD)Borderline Personality Disorder Annual Updates Biological Unhappiness Disorders & Official Criteria Dr. Heller’s C.V. & Picture How Dr. Heller Got Involved If You Want to See Dr. Heller as a Patient Testimonials Table of Contents for the Book ‘Biological Unhappiness’ How to Order “Life at the Border” Why Read ‘Biological Unhappiness’? Goals AD(H)D and Relationships BPD, Bipolar or ADHD? Suicide What if BuSpar makes me anxious or ill? A Suicide Attempt Per Minute in the US Grandparents raising Grandchildren Information About Children What Signs are there that Someone May ‘SNAP’? TV & Cartoon Characters with Depression & Other Disorders Dr. Heller’s Office Website Dr. Heller’s Lectures Mentally Healthy People Retraining the Brain Today is a Gift Reviews Links Webrings Site Index Home What can be done for Paxil induced erection problems? Video DVDs now available! You can watch and listen to Dr. Heller in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Provides full explanations and treatment descriptions of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – 90 minutes, other Biological Unhappiness disorders – 90 minutes. Click here to find out more about Dr. Heller’s educational videos. “Biological Unhappiness” “Open this book and it will open your mind. By combining proven medical procedure with hope and inspiration, Dr. Heller has made a significant difference in thousands of patients who had little hope for recovery. “Biological Unhappiness” contains critical information for those who have lost hope.”Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker, author, See You at the Top, Over the Top, Success for Dummies, Raising Positive kids in a Negative World. Dr. Leland Heller Dyslimbia Press, Inc. 1713 US Hwy 441 N, Suite E Okeechobee, FL 34972 863-467-8771 Email: Hours: M-Thu. 8:30AM-5PMFri. 8:30AM-12 Noon*(*During November through April, the office is open until 3PM on Fridays.) All material not explicitly credited otherwise is copyrighted © 1999-2011 Dr. Leland Heller. All Rights Reserved. May not be duplicated without the permission of Dr. Leland Heller or Dyslimbia Press. Biological Unhappiness, BiologicalUnhappiness.com, & Dyslimbia Press are trademarks of Dr. Leland HellerDesigned and/or hosted by the webmasters at: US-Webmasters.com (T M) Start here to find it FAST!(TM)

What can be done for my sons marijuana addiction? * Dr. Leland Heller is a family physician who has treated thousands of patients with the Borderline Personality Disorder. BPD is a medical disorder and that this and other Biological Unhappiness disorders are treatable with medication first and then by retraining the brain * Biological Unhappiness * BiologicalUnhappiness.com

WHAT CAN BE DONE FOR MY SONS MARIJUANA ADDICTION? Ask The Doctor Dr. Leland Heller Biological Unhappiness WHAT CAN BE DONE FOR MY SONS MARIJUANA ADDICTION? What can be done for my sons marijuana addiction? Question: Hello, my name is Cathy and I have a 20 year old son who has been struggling with marijuana addiction. He is in college and has many negative encounters associated with this drug, although he fails to see the necessity of quitting. He has tried in the past to no avail, and he is presently seeing the school counselor, but has missed several appoints due to various reasons. He says he is on a plan to slowly cut down and then quit, but I am very apprehensive about this, probably because we have been struggling with this for nearing 8 years. I have tried my best, but do realize it is up to him. He says that his mind races and that this calms him down, that he gets anxious when he doesn’t smoke pot and that he is in fact self medicating. What steps can we take to help him? Please respond. I don’t know what more to do! Dr. Heller’s Answer: You identified the problem – hes self medicating his anxiety disorder(s). Marijuana “helps” many anxious people feel better, at a price. He needs to get his anxiety problems diagnosed and treated. The screening test I use for my patients may be helpful, it can be found at http://pks.947.myftpupload.com/screen.htm What can be done for my sons marijuana addiction? 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Ask the Doctor Home What can be done for my sons marijuana addiction? MENU: Screening Test “Ask the Doctor” (BPD)Borderline Personality Disorder Annual Updates Biological Unhappiness Disorders & Official Criteria Dr. Heller’s C.V. & Picture How Dr. Heller Got Involved If You Want to See Dr. Heller as a Patient Testimonials Table of Contents for the Book ‘Biological Unhappiness’ How to Order “Life at the Border” Why Read ‘Biological Unhappiness’? Goals AD(H)D and Relationships BPD, Bipolar or ADHD? Suicide What if BuSpar makes me anxious or ill? A Suicide Attempt Per Minute in the US Grandparents raising Grandchildren Information About Children What Signs are there that Someone May ‘SNAP’? TV & Cartoon Characters with Depression & Other Disorders Dr. Heller’s Office Website Dr. Heller’s Lectures Mentally Healthy People Retraining the Brain Today is a Gift Reviews Links Webrings Site Index Home What can be done for my sons marijuana addiction? Video DVDs now available! You can watch and listen to Dr. Heller in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Provides full explanations and treatment descriptions of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – 90 minutes, other Biological Unhappiness disorders – 90 minutes. Click here to find out more about Dr. Heller’s educational videos. “Biological Unhappiness” “Open this book and it will open your mind. By combining proven medical procedure with hope and inspiration, Dr. Heller has made a significant difference in thousands of patients who had little hope for recovery. “Biological Unhappiness” contains critical information for those who have lost hope.”Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker, author, See You at the Top, Over the Top, Success for Dummies, Raising Positive kids in a Negative World. Dr. Leland Heller Dyslimbia Press, Inc. 1713 US Hwy 441 N, Suite E Okeechobee, FL 34972 863-467-8771 Email: Hours: M-Thu. 8:30AM-5PMFri. 8:30AM-12 Noon*(*During November through April, the office is open until 3PM on Fridays.) All material not explicitly credited otherwise is copyrighted © 1999-2011 Dr. Leland Heller. All Rights Reserved. May not be duplicated without the permission of Dr. Leland Heller or Dyslimbia Press. Biological Unhappiness, BiologicalUnhappiness.com, & Dyslimbia Press are trademarks of Dr. Leland HellerDesigned and/or hosted by the webmasters at: US-Webmasters.com (T M) Start here to find it FAST!(TM)

What are the effects of alcohol on depression and BPD? * Dr. Leland Heller is a family physician who has treated thousands of patients with the Borderline Personality Disorder. BPD is a medical disorder and that this and other Biological Unhappiness disorders are treatable with medication first and then by retraining the brain * Biological Unhappiness * BiologicalUnhappiness.com

WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL ON DEPRESSION AND BPD? Ask The Doctor Dr. Leland Heller Biological Unhappiness WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL ON DEPRESSION AND BPD? Question: I would like to ask you about the effect(s), if any, of alcohol (even in moderate/small amounts) on people that have BPD and depression. In particular, this individual is taking Effexor. I can’t find much information on this particular issue. Thank you. Dr. Heller’s Answer: Alcohol is a depressant and can make depression worse – especially increasing the risk of suicide. Alcohol is a problem for the BPD in three ways: 1) It seems to neutralize the effects of Prozac, so the unprovoked mood swings and chronic anger come back. 2) It reduces frontal lobe control of behavior, so increased anger combined with reduced behavior control can result in disaster. 3) Since dysphoria (anxiety, rage, depression and despair) is an epileptic phenomenon, an alcohol withdrawal dysphoria seizure can occur 6-72 hours after the alcohol was consumed. The individual with BPD doesnt relate the two glasses of wine on Friday night with the rage or depression on Sunday, but they are strongly related. As far as I know theres no additional risk to the individual taking Effexor when combined with alcohol. What are the effects of alcohol on depression and BPD? 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Ask the Doctor Home What are the effects of alcohol on depression and BPD? MENU: Screening Test “Ask the Doctor” (BPD)Borderline Personality Disorder Annual Updates Biological Unhappiness Disorders & Official Criteria Dr. Heller’s C.V. & Picture How Dr. Heller Got Involved If You Want to See Dr. Heller as a Patient Testimonials Table of Contents for the Book ‘Biological Unhappiness’ How to Order “Life at the Border” Why Read ‘Biological Unhappiness’? Goals AD(H)D and Relationships BPD, Bipolar or ADHD? Suicide What if BuSpar makes me anxious or ill? A Suicide Attempt Per Minute in the US Grandparents raising Grandchildren Information About Children What Signs are there that Someone May ‘SNAP’? TV & Cartoon Characters with Depression & Other Disorders Dr. Heller’s Office Website Dr. Heller’s Lectures Mentally Healthy People Retraining the Brain Today is a Gift Reviews Links Webrings Site Index Home What are the effects of alcohol on depression and BPD? Video DVDs now available! You can watch and listen to Dr. Heller in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Provides full explanations and treatment descriptions of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – 90 minutes, other Biological Unhappiness disorders – 90 minutes. Click here to find out more about Dr. Heller’s educational videos. “Biological Unhappiness” “Open this book and it will open your mind. By combining proven medical procedure with hope and inspiration, Dr. Heller has made a significant difference in thousands of patients who had little hope for recovery. “Biological Unhappiness” contains critical information for those who have lost hope.”Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker, author, See You at the Top, Over the Top, Success for Dummies, Raising Positive kids in a Negative World. Dr. Leland Heller Dyslimbia Press, Inc. 1713 US Hwy 441 N, Suite E Okeechobee, FL 34972 863-467-8771 Email: Hours: M-Thu. 8:30AM-5PMFri. 8:30AM-12 Noon*(*During November through April, the office is open until 3PM on Fridays.) All material not explicitly credited otherwise is copyrighted © 1999-2011 Dr. Leland Heller. All Rights Reserved. May not be duplicated without the permission of Dr. Leland Heller or Dyslimbia Press. Biological Unhappiness, BiologicalUnhappiness.com, & Dyslimbia Press are trademarks of Dr. Leland HellerDesigned and/or hosted by the webmasters at: US-Webmasters.com (T M) Start here to find it FAST!(TM)

What are the effects on BPD with pregnancy, genetics and getting older? * Dr. Leland Heller is a family physician who has treated thousands of patients with the Borderline Personality Disorder. BPD is a medical disorder and that this and other Biological Unhappiness disorders are treatable with medication first and then by retraining the brain * Biological Unhappiness * BiologicalUnhappiness.com

WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS ON BPD WITH PREGNANCY, GENETICS AND GETTING OLDER? Ask The Doctor Dr. Leland Heller Biological Unhappiness WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS ON BPD WITH PREGNANCY, GENETICS AND GETTING OLDER? Question: Hi, I am looking for information, esp. original research on two questions: — BPD and pregnancy: I know that few careful studies have been done on how BPD affects pregnancy. But how does pregnancy, e.g. pregnancy hormones, affect BPD? – I have heard of some beneficial influences, but only in anecdotal contexts… — inheritable BPD: Aside from the older observations of clustering of BPD (or really only BPD symptoms) in families, are there any newer studies on genetic components?– BPD history: It is quite striking how much more optimistic (and politically correct) the newer literature is, from the NIMH, books and websites, compared to that only a decade ago. One striking example is that it is often observed that BPD gets better in the fourth decade of life, but what is the latest on the reasons for this? It appears that the older literature, (along with many therapists in the trenches) seems to discount the phenomenon as just the patients wearing themselves out… Thank you for any references, info or tips. Dr. Heller’s Answer: 1) There’s very little in the literature on pregnancy in the BPD. I’ve seen it go both ways. Some women with BPD do great during pregnancy, better than usual. Many have a very, very hard time. I’ve worked with some women who had to take Tegretol during the pregnancy because the suicide risk was so great. Most are very anxious to get back on medication after the pregnancy (and/or breast-feeding) are over. 2) There have been some studies about heritability, but like most topics pertaining to the BPD, scientific data is sparse. The BPD clearly can run in families. Some of the most fascinating cases I’ve seen are adoptions where the BPD risk is high in the biological offspring that weren’t raised by the biological parents. Ive rarely seen the other way around. I think the ADHD genetic link is more important than the BPD link as a cause of BPD. 3) The “improvement” over time is usually limited to the ability to maintain a job. Most individuals with BPD during adolescence still fit criteria and experience the medical BPD symptoms throughout adult life – continuing to old age. Interpersonal relationships generally remain a disaster. Self-mutilation usually lessens or ceases after adolescence is over. The worst symptoms are during adolescence when the limbic system goes into hyperdrive. Maturity and growing past adolescence make a huge difference, but dont make the core medical symptoms go away. Having successful family and love relationships are to me far more important than work success, and without treatment most people with BPD have a difficult time throughout their lives with these relationships. What are the effects on BPD with pregnancy, genetics and getting older? 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Ask the Doctor Home What are the effects on BPD with pregnancy, genetics and getting older? MENU: Screening Test “Ask the Doctor” (BPD)Borderline Personality Disorder Annual Updates Biological Unhappiness Disorders & Official Criteria Dr. Heller’s C.V. & Picture How Dr. Heller Got Involved If You Want to See Dr. Heller as a Patient Testimonials Table of Contents for the Book ‘Biological Unhappiness’ How to Order “Life at the Border” Why Read ‘Biological Unhappiness’? Goals AD(H)D and Relationships BPD, Bipolar or ADHD? Suicide What if BuSpar makes me anxious or ill? A Suicide Attempt Per Minute in the US Grandparents raising Grandchildren Information About Children What Signs are there that Someone May ‘SNAP’? TV & Cartoon Characters with Depression & Other Disorders Dr. Heller’s Office Website Dr. Heller’s Lectures Mentally Healthy People Retraining the Brain Today is a Gift Reviews Links Webrings Site Index Home What are the effects on BPD with pregnancy, genetics and getting older? Video DVDs now available! You can watch and listen to Dr. Heller in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Provides full explanations and treatment descriptions of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – 90 minutes, other Biological Unhappiness disorders – 90 minutes. Click here to find out more about Dr. Heller’s educational videos. “Biological Unhappiness” “Open this book and it will open your mind. By combining proven medical procedure with hope and inspiration, Dr. Heller has made a significant difference in thousands of patients who had little hope for recovery. “Biological Unhappiness” contains critical information for those who have lost hope.”Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker, author, See You at the Top, Over the Top, Success for Dummies, Raising Positive kids in a Negative World. Dr. Leland Heller Dyslimbia Press, Inc. 1713 US Hwy 441 N, Suite E Okeechobee, FL 34972 863-467-8771 Email: Hours: M-Thu. 8:30AM-5PMFri. 8:30AM-12 Noon*(*During November through April, the office is open until 3PM on Fridays.) All material not explicitly credited otherwise is copyrighted © 1999-2011 Dr. Leland Heller. All Rights Reserved. May not be duplicated without the permission of Dr. Leland Heller or Dyslimbia Press. Biological Unhappiness, BiologicalUnhappiness.com, & Dyslimbia Press are trademarks of Dr. Leland HellerDesigned and/or hosted by the webmasters at: US-Webmasters.com (T M) Start here to find it FAST!(TM)

Is there hope for me, a compulsive liar? * Dr. Leland Heller is a family physician who has treated thousands of patients with the Borderline Personality Disorder. BPD is a medical disorder and that this and other Biological Unhappiness disorders are treatable with medication first and then by retraining the brain * Biological Unhappiness * BiologicalUnhappiness.com

IS THERE HOPE FOR ME, A COMPULSIVE LIAR? Ask The Doctor Dr. Leland Heller Biological Unhappiness IS THERE HOPE FOR ME, A COMPULSIVE LIAR? Question: Dear Dr. Heller, My name is Tom, I have recently come to a point of reviewing myself. I realize I may be a compulsive liar. I tend to tell a situation that really happened to me but I pretty much push all my faults & responsibility on to others. By doing this I begin to lie about things, things like I’m always right I did this and that where I did everything opposite. For example, Just recently I got fired from my job & I guess it was due to my loss of control over my temper. So in my termination letter, said I was terminated due to failure to meet requirements and failure to improve my performance. But when my family & friends ask me, I go on telling them I was fired because of my work ethics, I went on & said I was being too nice of a guy & my place didn’t like that but the truth is I’m just a total Jerk to my patients. Honestly, I never liked working at the place I was at. I had so much stress & that built up to anger & hate towards my job. Well how can I stop this compulsive lying disorder? I’m so need in help. please help.. Hopeless Tom Dr. Heller’s Answer: Sometimes anxiety disorders, particularly with ADHD, can cause lying. Compulsive lying may be a sign of OCD. I’d recommend going over the screening test at http://pks.947.myftpupload.com/screen.htm and get any diagnoses treated. Its obvious your self esteem is in bad shape, and needs help. Counseling is a good idea. I’d also highly recommend listening to Zig Ziglar’s “How to Stay Motivated” tape series. Is there hope for me, a compulsive liar? 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Ask the Doctor Home Is there hope for me, a compulsive liar? MENU: Screening Test “Ask the Doctor” (BPD)Borderline Personality Disorder Annual Updates Biological Unhappiness Disorders & Official Criteria Dr. Heller’s C.V. & Picture How Dr. Heller Got Involved If You Want to See Dr. Heller as a Patient Testimonials Table of Contents for the Book ‘Biological Unhappiness’ How to Order “Life at the Border” Why Read ‘Biological Unhappiness’? Goals AD(H)D and Relationships BPD, Bipolar or ADHD? Suicide What if BuSpar makes me anxious or ill? A Suicide Attempt Per Minute in the US Grandparents raising Grandchildren Information About Children What Signs are there that Someone May ‘SNAP’? TV & Cartoon Characters with Depression & Other Disorders Dr. Heller’s Office Website Dr. Heller’s Lectures Mentally Healthy People Retraining the Brain Today is a Gift Reviews Links Webrings Site Index Home Is there hope for me, a compulsive liar? Video DVDs now available! You can watch and listen to Dr. Heller in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Provides full explanations and treatment descriptions of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – 90 minutes, other Biological Unhappiness disorders – 90 minutes. Click here to find out more about Dr. Heller’s educational videos. “Biological Unhappiness” “Open this book and it will open your mind. By combining proven medical procedure with hope and inspiration, Dr. Heller has made a significant difference in thousands of patients who had little hope for recovery. “Biological Unhappiness” contains critical information for those who have lost hope.”Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker, author, See You at the Top, Over the Top, Success for Dummies, Raising Positive kids in a Negative World. Dr. Leland Heller Dyslimbia Press, Inc. 1713 US Hwy 441 N, Suite E Okeechobee, FL 34972 863-467-8771 Email: Hours: M-Thu. 8:30AM-5PMFri. 8:30AM-12 Noon*(*During November through April, the office is open until 3PM on Fridays.) All material not explicitly credited otherwise is copyrighted © 1999-2011 Dr. Leland Heller. All Rights Reserved. May not be duplicated without the permission of Dr. Leland Heller or Dyslimbia Press. Biological Unhappiness, BiologicalUnhappiness.com, & Dyslimbia Press are trademarks of Dr. Leland HellerDesigned and/or hosted by the webmasters at: US-Webmasters.com (T M) Start here to find it FAST!(TM)