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

Changes in daylight and circadiam rhythm can trigger manic episodes. A therapist shared the warning signs, and how sleep and structure help mitigate symptoms. Ushering in warmer weather and brighter ...

My intention in writing these posts is to share the experiences that I went through with my son, starting with the first manifestation of his illness and our journey through numerous subsequent ...

The medication tamoxifen, best known as a treatment for breast cancer, dramatically reduces symptoms of the manic phase of bipolar disorder more quickly than many standard medications for the mental ...

Nearly 4 percent of adults in the United States – almost 12 million people – suffer from some version of bipolar disorder. Commonly referred to as manic-depressive illness, bipolar disorder is ...

Without mania, bipolar disorder can look very similar to major depressive disorder because people with bipolar often experience episodes of depression. This means a medical professional may need to ...

Dr. Harold Koenig answers the question: 'What Is Depression?' — -- Question: What is the difference between depression and manic depression (bipolar disorder)? Answer: Depression and manic ...

Learn about the risks of consuming alcohol when you have bipolar disorder. Get advice from experts on how to avoid mood episode triggers and medication interactions.

Patients with bipolar disorder who experience manic episodes are more likely to show abnormal brain changes over time, according to one of the largest longitudinal brain imaging studies in its field ...

About two-thirds of people with bipolar disorder are misdiagnosed with other mental health problems before bipolar is discovered (Hirschfeld, Lewis & Vornik, 2003). Among those individuals, a ...