Bipolar Articles

Recall of Antipsychotics Risperdal, Risperidone Issued

Saturday, June 18th, 2011
Two popular antipsychotic medications made by Johnson & Johnson -- Risperdal and risperidone -- have been recalled due to possible contamination with a ...

ADHD Increases Risk of Substance Abuse

Wednesday, June 1st, 2011
Nearly one-third of young adults diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) go on to develop some form of substance ...

Animal Study Suggests Omega-3 Lessens Depression, Mania

Friday, May 27th, 2011
New research suggests the benefits of omega 3 fatty acids extend beyond improving heart health. In a multiyear study, Indiana University School of ...

Postural Problems a Sign of Bipolar Illness?

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011
Although motor deficits often accompany a mood or psychiatric disorder, most researchers have not targeted motor areas as ...

Disaster Plans Should Include Those with Mental Illness

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011
When disaster strikes -- whether a deadly supercell tornado, a flood, or ...

The Pursuit of Happiness Often Backfires

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
The pursuit of happiness is enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, but according to a new study, it can backfire and ...

May is Mental Health Month

Saturday, May 14th, 2011
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time for people to learn more about mental health conditions and seek out help for them. According to ...

Children of Bipolar Parents Have Highly Reactive Stress Hormone

Friday, May 6th, 2011
Children who have at least one bipolar parent respond to everyday stress with higher levels of cortisol than ...

Possible Brain Biomarkers for Bipolar Disorder

Wednesday, May 4th, 2011
Certain brain abnormalities may be possible neurobiological markers for bipolar disorder, according to researchers who conducted a systematic review and ...

Deaths from Rx Pain Meds Surpass Heroin, Cocaine

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011
Disturbing new research finds that unintentional overdose deaths in teens and adults have reached epidemic proportions. Experts from ...
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