Scientists successfully induce bipolar depression in mice within 24 hours after transplanting human gut bacteria.

Bipolar disorder is a psychiatric disorder characterized by alternating episodes of depression (i.e., low mood and a loss of interest in everyday activities) and mania (i.e., a state in which arousal ...

Learn how interpersonal and social rhythm therapy (IPSRT) stabilizes the internal clock. Discover why consistent schedules and light hygiene are vital for bipolar stability.

Diagnosing bipolar disorder can be difficult. While it is not hard to distinguish between its two characteristic phases—the high spirits of mania and the low spirits of depression—it is challenging to ...

For the first time, researchers at King's College London and the University of Florence have identified the specific genetic blueprint of mania, the defining feature of bipolar disorder. Bipolar ...

Mental health forms a crucial component of overall well-being, yet many conditions remain undiagnosed or misunderstood. Bipolar disorder, characterized by extreme mood swings, affects daily life ...

A study covering the 20 years between 1997 and 2016 shows that substantial changes have occurred in the way doctors are treating outpatients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Among a number of ...

Research is ongoing to better predict manic and depressive episodes in bipolar disorder to help support treatment. Learn more about some of the most common methods and tools. Bipolar disorder is a ...