Causes and When to See Your Doctor

Causes and When to See Your Doctor

Abrupt changes in mood, or “mood swings,” aren’t always a cause for concern. Rapid shifts triggered by periods of stress or transition, for example, are often temporary. Persistent fluctuations could be related to an underlying…

How to tell the difference

How to tell the difference

Bipolar disorder and schizophrenia are mental health conditions that have some common traits and some key differences. Bipolar disorder causes shifts in mood, energy level, and thinking. Schizophrenia causes a person to appear to lose…

Mental Health By the Numbers

Mental Health By the Numbers

Millions of people in the U.S. are affected by mental illness each year. It’s important to measure how common mental illness is, so we can understand its physical, social and financial impact —…

Getting a Diagnosis for Bipolar Disorder

Getting a Diagnosis for Bipolar Disorder

People with bipolar disorder go through intense emotional changes that are very different from their usual mood and behavior. These changes affect their lives on a day-to-day basis.Testing for bipolar disorder is not as simple…