Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes dramatic shifts in a person’s mood, energy and ability to think clearly.

Dr. Calabrese answers the question: 'What If I Refuse Bipolar Medications?' — -- Question: What if I choose not to use medications for bipolar disorder? Answer: Now one of our most challenging ...

Dr. Calabrese answers the question: 'When Can I Stop Taking Bipolar Meds?' — -- Question: How long do I have to take medication for bipolar disorder, and can I stop if I no longer have symptoms?

Some people are afraid that taking a medication will change their personality, but most find that medication allows them to take charge of their lives. Medications for mental health conditions fall ...

The approval of medicines called second-generation antipsychotics has allowed bipolar I and some conditions that come with it to be treated. A person who has bipolar I disorder can go through various ...

Selecting a bipolar medication often involves trial and error to customize a suitable solution. It’s about tailoring the treatment to individual needs and ...

For the late-age adolescent or young adult who has just received a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, psychiatric medication is usually a pivotal aspect of initial treatment recommendations. No one wants ...

When I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2003, I knew nothing about pharmaceutical treatments or how they worked. I believed that prescribing medication for psychiatric disorders was an exact ...

Tiny lab-grown brains are offering an unprecedented look at how schizophrenia and bipolar disorder disrupt neural activity.

Selena Gomez offered a raw look at her mental health in an interview with Rolling Stone. She said she is unlikely to carry children while taking medication for bipolar disorder. Some drugs are ...