Monthly Archives: July 2016

How Much Sleep Do You Need? By Clare Kittredge Reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH

Teenagers need between 8 to 10 hours of sleep, while adults should get 7 to 9 hours. Key Takeaways Sleep is important for your physical and mental health. How many hours of sleep you need depends on your age. Sleep … Continue reading →

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9 Natural Therapies for Bipolar Depression By Sara Calabro Reviewed by Meeta Shah, MD

When combined with prescribed medication, these alternative approaches may help you better manage the symptoms of bipolar disorder. Photo credits: iStock.com; Shutterstock; Getty Images; iStock.com St. John’s wort, meditation, light therapy, and fish oil supplements may help relieve some bipolar … Continue reading →

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Bipolar Disorder: A Job Candidate Deal-Breaker?

An advertising company recently joked that people with bipolar disorder need not apply. Were they out of line?   FRIDAY, Jan. 13, 2012 — Agency experience. Formal design training. A knack for social media. These are some of the requirements … Continue reading →

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The Right Way to Talk About Bipolar Disorder

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 →

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Can Steroids Cause Bipolar Disorder?

The relationship between steroids and bipolar disorder isn’t well-established, but some doctors believe these anti-inflammatory medications can cause bipolar disorder symptoms. Experts still aren’t sure of all the causes of bipolar disorder. But some medical professionals believe that one trigger … Continue reading →

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