Bipolar disorder causes extreme mood swings that range from manic highs to depressive lows, disrupting every aspect of life.

Bipolar disorder exists on a spectrum rather than as a single, uniform condition. This fundamental characteristic explains why two people with the same diagnosis can experience dramatically different ...

Lizzie Duszynski-Goodman is a journalist living in the Midwest with her husband and two young children. Her work explores the intersection of mental health, wellness and parenting. She is the former ...

It used to be called manic depression in an effort to capture the swing of emotions from intense manic highs to the lowest of lows. Today it’s called bipolar disorder, another way to describe a mental ...

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People around the world are marking World Bipolar Day Wednesday, a day set aside to raise awareness of the disorder and erase the stigmatism of mental illness. The annual event shines a light on the ...

(BPT) – From the outside, Teresa’s life looked great. She had a healthy family and lasting friendships. However, she didn’t feel great. She had periods of panic attacks, trouble sleeping, constant ...

Dr. Igor Galynker answers the question: 'Common Signs Of Bipolar Disorder?' — -- Question: What are the common signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder, and can it affect people differently? Answer ...

Increased alcohol consumption can worsen symptoms such as depression and mania among individuals with bipolar disorder. The corresponding study was published in JAMA Network Open. Around 45% of people ...

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After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Rosie Viva experienced the ‘hardest year’ of her life trying to accept her new ...