Researchers have used everyday Fitbit data to train a machine learning algorithm to accurately predict mood episodes associated with bipolar disorder ... specificity of 85.6%).

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 ...

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 ...

When living with bipolar disorder feels overwhelming or isolating, taking a moment to unwind with a movie or documentary can offer more than just a distraction — it can provide comfort, insight, and ...

Initiation and long-term use of benzodiazepines and Z-drugs in bipolar disorder. Bipolar Disord. 2018 Nov;20(7):634-646. doi:10.1111/bdi.12626 DailyMed. Label: clonazepam tablet. Armstrong C. ACOG ...

Investigators evaluated whether data collected from a fitness tracker could be used to accurately detect mood episodes in people with bipolar disorder. Study indicates that a fitness tracker can ...

In the HBO documentary Faye, the iconic Faye Dunaway, now 83, talks about her lifelong battle with mental health, including her bipolar disorder diagnosis. “Emotion is a strength, not a weakness,” she ...

Supporting someone with bipolar disorder means offering stability, consistency, and practical help through mood shifts. In manic phases, maintain a calm environment to avoid overstimulation, and ...

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Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that includes at least one manic episode – characterized by elevated or agitated mood and often reduced need for sleep – accompanied by episodes of major ...

His UTI was treated with the appropriate antibiotics and a fluid-intake increase. He was diagnosed with alcohol dependence and dementia as well as bipolar disorder, manic phase.