"Bipolar Disorder Alternative Treatment #4 - Pastoral Counseling If you’re suffering from bipolar disorder, talk to someone. Your pastor, priest, or rabbi may be easier to talk to, and less intimidating, than your therapist." I don't know what synagogue these writers went to, but it wasn't mine. Another suggestion was soothing music. These people have no idea what they are talking about. Bipolar disorder can be caused by a genetic abnormality in neurotransmitter function that causes psychotic reactions. You need the medicines to treat it, or you'll die. I don't think a priest or soothing music does it. I found this article to be ridiculous.

I think this article brings up some valid points and suggestions, but all the suggested "alternatives" should be done IN CONJUCTION with NOT INSTEAD of traditional medical therapy. Bipolar disorder is a serious medical condition that needs to be monitored.