Bipolar disorder exists on a spectrum rather than as a single, uniform condition. This fundamental characteristic explains why two people with the same diagnosis can experience dramatically different ...

Bipolar symptoms include depression, fatigue, impulsivity, and moments of high energy. Signs of bipolar disorder can vary in frequency and intensity depending on if you have type 1 or 2. Bipolar ...

Antidepressants are used to treat acute depression in patients with bipolar I disorder, but their effect as maintenance treatment after the remission of depression has not been well studied. We ...

Emerging research links the gut microbiome to mood stability. Here’s what you need to know about the benefits, limitations, and safety of probiotics. Key Takeaways ______________ Note: The U.S. Food ...

One of the diagnostic fads in mental health, the over-diagnosis of bipolar disorder, is ongoing and problematic. This review aims to shed light on what makes this problem so tenacious. It is also a ...