What causes bipolar disorder? Part 1 of a 5-part series explores how genes and epigenetics drive bipolarity, and what this ...

Understanding what drives impulsivity and its real-life consequences can help you recognize warning signs and make more thoughtful decisions. Key Takeaways Everyone has impulsive tendencies at times.

This is the first in a 5-part series on what actually causes bipolar — starting with genes and epigenetics. What causes bipolar? Research is bringing us closer to understanding that question, with ...

Living with bipolar disorder presents unique challenges, not just in managing symptoms alongside a full life but also in navigating the complexities of the mental health care system. Mental health ...

Antipsychotic medications are a mainstay of bipolar disorder treatment, but for some people, these drugs come with the side effect of tardive dyskinesia. Tardive dyskinesia causes involuntary, ...

If you’ve ever searched for natural ways to support your mood stability, chances are you’ve come across omega-3 fatty acids. Found in fatty fish, flaxseeds, and supplements, these healthy fats are ...

When someone you care about seems unusually self-focused, grandiose, dismissive, or unable to see how their behavior affects others, it can be painful and confusing — especially when bipolar disorder ...

Like the rest of us, researchers studying bipolar disorder are trying to figure out how the latest technology can help them work smarter. Increasingly, that means crunching enormous amounts of data, ...

Finding a bipolar disorder treatment often comes down to guesswork and trial and error. A new research-powered tool aims to change that, giving you and your provider ...

Mood shifts come with the territory of bipolar disorder. But sometimes, you can sense them before they fully arrive. Whether it’s an upswing into mania or a downturn into depression — which can show ...

I’ve lived with bipolar disorder since 1981 — right around the time “manic depression” was renamed. Over these four decades, I’ve learned many lessons — some the hard way. Over time, I learned many ...

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