Bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder or bipolar affective disorder, historically known as manic–depressive disorder, is a psychiatric diagnosis that describes a category of mood disorders defined by the presence of one or more episodes of abnormally elevated energy levels, cognition, and mood with or without one or more depressive episodes. The elevated moods are clinically referred to as mania or, if milder, hypomania.

Bipolar disorder

An Omega-6 Fatty Acid Linked To Reduced Risk Of Bipolar Disorder: Study
The new study also indicates the possibility of using dietary intervention to prevent or slow down the progression of psychiatric disorders.
Bipolar Disorder: Study Says People With The Condition At Higher Risk Of Early Death Than Smokers
Researchers say bipolar disorder is associated with a four to six-fold risk of premature death.
Smoking Doubles The Risk Of Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Study Says
Researchers believe the mental health issues from smoking might be due to the brain damage caused by nicotine.
Why Some People Don’t Develop Bipolar Disorder Despite High Genetic Risk
Researchers may have figured out how some individuals avoid developing bipolar disorder despite having a high genetic risk, and hope to use this avoidance mechanism to help others.
Researchers Discover Genes Linked To Higher Risk Of Bipolar Disorder In Kids
A small study has linked several genes to stress and bipolar disorder in children.
OCD Causes 2017: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Linked To Genetic Mutation; Brain Circuit That Regulates Habits ID’d By Scientists
These genetic mutations could be linked to OCD, autism or other conditions because they act on the part of our brain involved in repetitive behaviors.
Bipolar Disorder Facts Vs. Myths: What People Living With Manic Depression Want You To Know
Separate fact from myth about what it's like living with bipolar disorder.
Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis: Brain Imaging Could Reveal Risk Of Manic Depression
People with bipolar disorder have different brains, and researchers may have found what puts them at risk.
Depression And Anxiety Worsened By Internal Clock That Can’t Tell Time
When our internal clocks are thrown off, it can cause anxiety and depression.
Celebrex Update: Antidepressant Medication Effectiveness Could Increase With Arthritis Drug
A new study has found that arthritis drug Celebrex boosts the effectiveness of antidepressant medications.

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