Bipolar disorder and alcohol problems seem to go hand-in-hand, leading to a widespread belief that drinking acts as a kind of 'self medication' to ease bipolar's life-altering symptoms of mania, ...

For the late-age adolescent or young adult who has just received a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, psychiatric medication is usually a pivotal aspect of initial treatment recommendations. No one wants ...

A wearable sensor could vastly improve treatment and drug safety for millions of patients who take lithium for bipolar disorder. Lithium is a highly effective treatment for bipolar disorder, but the ...

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Some mental conditions can make day-to-day living difficult. In You're Not Alone, we highlight how people cope with their emotions and manage their conditions on a daily basis. We include products we ...

The condition may make it hard to maintain relationships and can disrupt one’s daily routine, including work or school. Myths and stereotypes about bipolar disorder abound, and the stigma attached to ...