Bipolar disorder is when one experiences extreme, uncontrollable mood swings also know as manic episodes. Early diagnosis is essential.

Apr 10, 2009 – Renee Ruby

People who have wondered, "Am I bipolar?" should know the signs and symptoms of Manic, Hypomanic and Mixed Episodes. These three Mood Episodes are defined here.

Apr 4, 2009 – Lisa C. DeLuca

Twenty years ago, diagnosing a child with bipolar was unheard of. However within the last decade, the diagnosis has skyrocketed.

Mar 16, 2009 – Patti Ziemke

Anti-depressants are often not the best way to treat bipolar disorders. Mega vitamin therapy can help level out mood swings naturally.

Dec 9, 2008 – Catherine Owen

Cyclothymia is often termed 'Bipolar Light' but this light-hearted term in no way describes the devastation that this mood disorder can cause.

Nov 9, 2008 – Jen Syrkiewicz

Bipolar disorder involves dramatic shifts in moods. Once diagnosed they can be easily managed. This article will focus on signs, symptoms and managemen

Jul 16, 2008 – Asia Yousaf

Continuing lithium maintenance treatment during pregnancy may be essential to the health of some women with mood disorders.

Jun 21, 2008 – Barbara Melville

Manic depression or bipolar disorder is often not effectively diagnosed in teens. Learn about their unique symptoms and how to treat this common mental illness.

May 14, 2008 – Catherine Owen

Lithium is a popular prescription drug used to treat symptoms of Bipolar Disorder, but levels must be monitored closely to prevent toxicity or poisoning.

Apr 17, 2008 – Christina Gleason

Bipolar disorder is a psychological illness in which regulation of mood is impaired. This collection of articles covers the highs, lows and medications that moderate.

Mar 31, 2008 – Tami Port

Most people who have bipolar disorder suffer both with episodes of mania and episodes of depression. Here are some of the symptoms of bipolar depression.

Mar 14, 2008 – Tami Port

Mania isn't the same as being in a really great mood. This abnormally elevated emotional state can include racing thoughts, pressured speech, and extreme irritability.

Mar 14, 2008 – Tami Port

Destructive and extreme emotional changes? Mood swings that seem bipolar, or of two opposite extremes? Here are some of the clinical symptoms of this mood disorder.

Mar 14, 2008 – Tami Port

A new study suggests that, for those with Bipolar Disorder, antidepressants may not be a useful addition to the mood stabilizing drug regimen.

Feb 19, 2008 – Tami Port

Cyclothymia is considered a milder, more manageable form of bipolar disorder. However, its symptoms can affect jobs, relationships and health without crucial self care.

Feb 16, 2008 – Catherine Owen

Manic depression has undergone a name change and a proliferation of new pharmaceutical treatment options since Lithium.

Feb 15, 2008 – Tami Port

There are three basic parts of bipolar disorder or manic depression treatment. They are medication, therapy and learning to take care of yourself.

Jan 1, 2008 – Karen Lotter

Bipolar Disorder, formerly known as Manic Depressive Illness cannot be cured, but it can be managed with medication, psychotherapy and patient compliance.

Dec 27, 2007 – Karen Lotter

Doubting Thomases: The saddest truth about this illness is that most people don't believe it exists. You can't convince them you're dying until you're dead.

Apr 28, 2007 – Juliette Riitters