Bipolar Disorder

The Bipolar Disorder topic includes research on the causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that causes clear shifts in a person’s mood, energy, activity levels, and concentration.

 People with bipolar disorder often experience periods of extremely “up,” elated, irritable, or energized behavior (known as manic episodes) and very “down,” sad, indifferent, or hopeless periods (known as depressive episodes). Some people with bipolar disorder also experience hallucinations or delusions. The symptoms of bipolar disorder can impose serious challenges to a person’s mental and physical health, interfering with everyday activities, relationships, and work or school responsibilities.