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NCBS study paves way for development of new treatment and precision medicine for bipolar disorder

A study conducted by National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) researchers has revealed how lithium acts on brain cells to change neural activity. This finding, according to NCBS, could offer a potential pathway for the development of new treatments and precision medicine for bipolar disorder.

The Hindu

Shroom compound psilocybin shows promise for bipolar disorder in early trial

An early trial hints that psilocybin could be a safe and effective treatment for depressive episodes in bipolar II disorder and should be studied further.

LiveScience

Creative minds are vulnerable to mental illness – but magicians escape the curse

Can you think of a comedian, actor, poet or writer who suffered from mental illness? Maybe the actor Robin Williams or comedian Stephen Fry came to your mind. Perhaps it was the writer Virginia Woolf. All three have had well-documented struggles with bipolar disorder.

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Why Bonobos’s founder hid his bipolar disorder for 16 years

Bonobos cofounder Andy Dunn spoke to HR leaders about his bipolar disorder diagnosis and mental health in the workplace.

Fortune

Swimmer Felipe Ribeiro paints nails as reminder of bipolar disorder, wins gold at Pan Am Games

Mental health and how athletes deal with it has become top of mind for athletes, coaches and sports executives alike

The Independent UK

Cambridge Researchers Develop Blood Test For Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis

New study finds blood test combined with online assessment improves accuracy of bipolar diagnosis

Zenger

Bipolar disorder isn't the same for everyone. So people should have more say in how they're treated

Imagine you, or someone you know, is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. One drug is prescribed, but you have heard another drug is better. What are your next steps? Do you seek evidence? And if so, what type of evidence would you consider?

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'Ashamed' man flees Queanbeyan after sexually touching girl

The former massage therapist tried to blame his actions on bipolar disorder.

The Canberra Times

The week in theatre: A Mirror; Next to Normal – review

Sam Holcroft’s unsettling new play about censorship features a menacing performance from Jonny Lee Miller, while a musical drama exploring bipolar disorder is edgily transfixing

The Guardian - UK

Olympic champ Tori Bowie's mental health struggles were no secret inside track's tight-knit family

Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie’s autopsy included an easy-to-overlook notation beneath the heading “Medical History:” Bipolar disorder

The Independent UK

Severe Depression And Alcohol Abuse Contribute To Higher Mortality Rates

Bipolar Disorder Raises Premature Death Risk Six-Fold, Study Finds

Zenger

Elon Musk ‘microdoses ketamine to manage depression’, report says

The Tesla and SpaceX founder previously speculated that he might have bipolar disorder

The Independent UK

Sarah is in 'remission' for bipolar disorder following years of depressive cycles

Sarah Graham, 45, had her first episode in September 2005, a year after her father died

Wales Online

Mind ki Baat, Ep 5: Bipolar disorder

This is the fifth episode of Mind ki Baat, a Newslaundry podcast with a neurodivergent host with a focus on the invisible epidemic of mental health issues in society today.

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Better bipolar diagnosis may reduce suicide rates in boys – new research

Suicide rarely happens in the absence of severe mental health problems. Research indicates that psychiatric disorders are prevalent in up to 90% of adolescents who die from suicide. In particular, what are known as affective disorders, such as major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, are present in 44%-76% of cases.

The Conversation

Five rare and unusual psychiatric syndromes – including one where people believe they are dead

Most people are familiar with psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but some conditions are so rare that many psychiatrists won’t come across a single case in their professional lives. Here I present five of the rarest – and strangest – syndromes known to psychiatry.

Daily Mirror

Kerry Katona reveals Phillip Schofield apologised after 'slurring' This Morning appearance

The former Atomic Kitten star, 42, was accused of being drunk after the disastrous live TV appearance in 2008. The singer has since insisted medication for her bipolar disorder had affected her speech

The Independent UK

Demi Lovato explains why she was ‘relieved’ to be diagnosed with bipolar disorder

Singer revealed bipolar disorder diagnosis in 2011

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Final days of 'loving' mum found unresponsive at mental health hospital

Mum of two Zainab Mohamed suffered from the worst case of bipolar disorder her psychiatrist had ever seen

Daily Mirror

Three signs of Bipolar disorder you shouldn't ignore, according to an expert

If you're wondering whether you're experiencing mood swings, or whether you need to see your GP about Bipolar disorder, an expert has shared the difference between the two

The Times of India

World Bipolar Day: How to tell if someone is bipolar

World Bipolar Day is observed every year on March 30 to raise awareness and understanding as well as eliminate the stigma and promote acceptance for patients with bipolar disorder.

The Times of India

Micro review: 'Chemical Khichdi: How I Hacked My Mental Health' by Aparna Piramal Raje

Writer and founder, Aparna Piramal Raje struggled with bipolar disorder for two decades. While people raised doubts over her motherhood and work-life, she proved them wrong by thriving in both. And now, she shares her journey in the book 'Chemical Khichdi: How I Hacked My Mental Health'. The book is…

The Guardian - UK

Are male doctors quick to diagnose mental illness in women?

Letters: Readers respond to Dr Sanah Ahsan’s article questioning why women are more likely to receive a mental health diagnosis than men

The Conversation

Bipolar disorder is poorly understood in Ghana: knowing the facts can help prevent suffering

Attitudes to mental health conditions are often influenced by matters of awareness and belief systems. Bipolar disorder is one of the conditions that’s frequently misunderstood and stigmatised.

AAP

Roosters star Crichton takes indefinite break from NRL

NSW and Sydney Roosters star Angus Crichton has taken a step back from rugby league and is receiving treatment for bipolar disorder, his father says.

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