Doctors have observed and treated bipolar disorder for thousands of years. Known throughout history by many names, like depression, mania, manic-depressive illness, or psychosis, the disorder is ...

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

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — There’s a new group in Fort Wayne aimed to help educate and support those with a Bipolar 1 diagnosis. Monarch Mental Health is offering Bipolar Community group sessions twice ...

In the news or on social media, we hear the term "bipolar disorder" a lot. Whether it's celebrities opening up about their diagnoses or an investigation finding that a person has struggled with the ...

When a bipolar support group is well structured with sufficient attention given to the importance of homogeneity (member’s having enough in common), then it can become a potent elixir with strong ...

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No matter how long youve been caring for a loved one who has bipolar disorder, its never easy to see signs of recklessness, irritability, or depression especially if their comments or behaviors are ...

This is part 5 of a 5-part series about my service and success, followed by mental health disaster, recovery, and a new life. Bipolar disorder can strike anyone, regardless of gender, race, education, ...

Bipolar disorder may have a genetic link, so the doctor will want to know if any family members have bipolar disorder or depression. Sometimes, substance use may worsen symptoms. A person should tell ...

Bipolar disorder is a psychiatric disorder involving mood episodes that alternate between euphoric highs (mania) and deep lows (depression). It’s also associated with a higher rate of suicidal ...

People with cancer, heart disease and other conditions have come to expect treatments that their medical teams “personalize” just for them, based on tests. But care for mental health conditions hasn’t ...

Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition, but its effects go well beyond the skin. While its often recognized for its itchy, scaly patches, experts believe that the root causes of psoriasis ...