Published on October 19, 2026
This is the first in a 5-part series on what actually causes bipolar — starting with genes and epigenetics.
What causes bipolar? Research is bringing us closer to understanding that question, with five factors emerging as the main drivers of bipolarity. I’m pleased to share the first in a series of essays exploring these factors and what they might mean for treatment.
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