Rula reports five common triggers of bipolar disorder: stress, sleep issues, seasonal changes, substance use, and hormonal ...

In the extreme, bipolar disorder — formerly known as manic-depression — encompasses moods that can range from extremely energized behavior to sad and hopeless periods. Michael Dicharry, MD “People are ...

It's common for teenagers go through emotional ups and downs and do things that don't seem rational. Learn the two hallmark ...

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 ...

Whether you live with bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder, you experience periods of depression. This can make it hard to tell them apart. But the bi-in bipolar means “two” because it has ...

If you’ve been treated for your bipolar I symptoms, your doctor has likely mentioned how mega important medications are. In addition to regular therapy visits, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, ...

A recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders suggests that deep-seated negative beliefs formed in childhood ...

When political tension affects bipolar disorder, clear boundaries and media limits can help you stay grounded. The constant roar of election cycles, nonstop news, and social media can feel like a ...

Lindsay Modglin is a nurse and professional writer who regularly writes about complex medical topics, as well as travel and the great outdoors. She holds a professional certificate in scientific ...