New studies on magnets as an ECT alternative, the surprising mental health benefits of a blood sugar drug, and what thyroid antibodies may signal.
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Magnetic seizure therapy (MST) may ease bipolar depression with fewer memory problems than electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), but it’s still experimental and not widely available.
People with bipolar disorder who take SGLT2 medications for diabetes have, in large studies, lower recorded rates of suicidal behavior, hospitalization, and death.
A thyroid blood...
Grandiosity, entitlement, and self-focus can appear in both bipolar and narcissistic personality disorders, but the timing and pattern of symptoms are key.
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Narcissistic...
Healthy boundaries support steadier moods by protecting routines, rest, and emotional energy.
“No.”
Within this tiny word lives a world of possibilities. But like...
New research looks at mindfulness therapy, anxiety, and daily habits — and what they may mean for bipolar care.
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Focusing on your relationships...
A look at how boundaries actually function, and where they falter, in a relationship that includes bipolar disorder.
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Setting clear boundaries can protect...
Prioritizing your own needs, limits, and values will lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life as you manage bipolar.
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Setting clear boundaries...
Why your bipolar treatment may include multiple medications — and how to ensure each one still makes sense.
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Medication changes are common with...
The story of bipolar disorder spans ancient medicine, creativity, genetics, lithium, and modern treatment advances.
Some people believe the term “bipolar disorder” is the...
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From ‘painful’ music to jarring sounds, here’s why bipolar can heighten your senses and how to find your quiet.
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Sound...