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Too often, bipolar disorder goes untreated, but it can be managed with the right medical help. Many people with bipolar disorder don’t recognize the extreme changes in their moods, and the effect these changes have on their lives and the … Continue reading →

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 →

Too often, bipolar disorder goes untreated, but it can be managed with the right medical help. Many people with bipolar disorder don’t recognize the extreme changes in their moods, and the effect these changes have on their lives and the … Continue reading →

If it’s not an herb, vitamin, or mineral, you can simply call it a nutritional supplement. That means the manufacturer agrees not to market it as a drug, and the FDA agrees to consider it a food. Meanwhile, consumers are … Continue reading →

A varied, healthy diet is your best source of vitamins. Some researchers believe that people with bipolar disorders may metabolize certain vitamins differently, and therefore require either careful intake via food or supplementation. If you plan to pursue vitamin therapies, … Continue reading →

Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Bipolar Disorder What type of bipolar disorder do I have? How severe is it? Can you explain the disorder to me? What is the best method (or combination of methods) of treatment … Continue reading →