The stigma around bipolar disorder prevents people from speaking out publicly about their struggles, furthering their shame ...
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How to Diagnose Bipolar Disorder
There’s no definitive test for bipolar disorder, so doctors will ask the patient and their loved ones about the symptoms and ...
Bipolar disorder can lead to risky behavior, damaged relationships and careers, and even suicidal tendencies if it's not treated. Doctors don't completely understand the causes of bipolar disorder ...
What Is Bipolar I Disorder? Bipolar I disorder (pronounced "bipolar one" and also known as manic-depressive disorder or manic depression) is a form of mental illness. A person affected by bipolar ...
People living with bipolar disorder have a shorter life expectancy compared to those without the condition. Lifestyle factors, co-occurring health conditions, and chronic mental health challenges ...
Sep. 19, 2024 — Researchers report significant strides in enhancing early diagnosis of bipolar disorder in adolescents. They demonstrate the efficacy of integrating multimodal MRI with ...
The differences between bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder may be difficult to identify at first because of the significant overlap in symptoms. But the diagnostic criteria are ...
Estimates of the lifetime prevalence of bipolar disorder vary, with studies typically giving values of the order of 1%, with higher figures given in studies with looser definitions of the condition.