Daily Archives: July 18, 2016

Many people keep bipolar disorder a secret from their friends, love interests, co-workers, even family members. Follow this step-by-step guide to striking up this important conversation. Filling someone in on your health history may not be your typical ice-breaker — … Continue reading →

TUESDAY, Aug. 16 (HealthDay News) — The manic episodes experienced by those with bipolar disorder are better controlled by antipsychotics than mood stabilizers, a new, large study suggests. Researchers from Italy and the United Kingdom also found that three antipsychotic drugs … Continue reading →

Understanding the signs of bipolar disorder can be challenging, particularly in children and teens. In general, the symptoms of bipolar disorder depend on which type of the condition a person has. Bipolar I, for example, is characterized by extreme manic … Continue reading →

Bipolar disorder requires managing two distinct categories of symptoms. Manic symptoms may include impulsive behavior, excessive irritability, and anxiety, while depressive symptoms may include a low mood, poor appetite, and emotional indifference, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. … Continue reading →

Also known as cyclothymic disorder, the condition is different from other types of bipolar disorder. Cyclothymia is a milder form of bipolar disorder, sometimes referred to as cyclothymic disorder. Both cyclothymia and bipolar disorder are characterized by extreme mood swings, … Continue reading →