Messages By: DrPhilBoard1

If you upload a new profile picture, your computer's cache sometimes keeps the old picture in memory. Usually if you refresh the page, the new picture will appear. If not, try deleting your cache (temporary internet files found in your browser under Tools > Internet Options).  

To keep an image from distorting, try and have the original image as square as possible. Rectangular pictures will be stretched to fit the square profile box. There's a tool in the photo manager to crop your picture, just click the edit button after you upload it. 

We've had a few reported problems with members having difficulty posting messages to this particular board, are you experiencing this also? And if so, can you give a detailed description of what happens when you try and post? Also, are you on dialup, cable or DSL and which browser are you using? (IE, Netscape, AOL, Firefox, Opera, other) We're trying to troubleshoot the issue. 

If you've already posted a message regarding difficulty posting messages to this board either here or on the help board, thanks for reporting - no need to post again. :) 

If anyone else is having a problem that has not already reported it, please feel free to visit our Help board to post what issues you are experiencing. 

http://www.drphil.com/messageboard/topic/111/ 

Thanks! 

This is a support board for those suffering from, or have friends or family members with bipolar disorder. We ask that you please stay on topic, refrain from posting comments or innuendos specifically to offend or harass others. If you choose not to respond to any particular message, then please ignore it. This is a public board and all are welcome to post here. 

As in real life, there are those we are close to, those that are merely acquaintances, and those we prefer to avoid. It is our hope that everyone will post in a kind and considerate manner on this board, not carry issues from one board to another, and keep this conversation in the manner it was intended - to offer help, support and comfort for those in need. 

Thanks, 

DrPhilBoard1 

Lead Moderator 

Yes, as a safety measure, if you remain idle (not clicking on pages) for more than 20 minutes, the system logs you off. Typing a message is not considered being active but something you can do is every few minutes, click the preview button and then click edit to continue writing. This should keep you logged in. 

That's an excellent idea to type your long messages out in another program first and then copy to the message boards posting box. While you're writing, every so often just click on a message link, or a member name, or your profile to keep you logged in.