Odds of having mental health diagnosis lower for racial, ethnic minorities, those aged 10 to 14 versus 20 to 24 years. (HealthDay News) — About 40 percent of youth suicide decedents have a ...

A Cleveland Clinic psychiatrist discusses what the latest research suggests causes bipolar, what the individual experiences, and often effective interventions. Stephen Ferber, MD, is a board-certified ...

Although medication is the primary treatment for bipolar disorder, adding specific vitamins or supplements might provide additional relief from symptoms. Here’s what the research shows. Navigating ...

As a psychiatrist, I have two options for treating my patients: mood stabilizers, which are usually anticonvulsants, and antipsychotics. Antipsychotics are a key treatment in managing bipolar I ...

Nothing could be further from the truth. And some affected, like my patient Shraddha, who battled bipolar disorder, are examples of how support and therapy can improve and motivate a person to excel ...

But there’s a legitimate reason for my latency: I have severe bipolar disorder, and until recently, full commitment to anyone else seemed beyond my capacity. I was otherwise engaged—with my ...

Lithium side effects may include diarrhea, rash, hair thinning, weight gain, and more. Lithium is a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder, a condition that involves episodes of depression, ...

Reading memoirs and nonfiction about bipolar disorder helps connect with those living with this brain-based condition, whether you have it or love someone who does. When it comes to bipolar disorder, ...