Mania and hypomania are disorders where chemical imbalances in the brain cause an abnormally and persistently elevated mood. While this may sound useful or even enjoyable, in reality, these conditions ...

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

Mania is a drastic change in someone’s behavior that affects their ability to function in daily life over a certain period of time. Mania is a feature of several mental health diagnoses, such as ...

Dr. Susan Stagno answers the question: 'Symptoms Of Mania And Depression?' — -- Question: What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder and, specifically, the symptoms of mania and depression? Answer ...

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 2 -- Not all children with bipolar disorder may be getting properly identified because they fall just short of meeting diagnostic criteria for the disorder–criteria that is based on ...

Spring can bring more energy, motivation, and — if you have bipolar disorder — an increased risk of mania. Here’s how to ...

From my initial bipolar diagnosis to reaching a "new normal" two and a half years later, I have questioned and analyzed every single emotional state and thought process, as well as every experience ...