
Bipolar disorder - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
May 8, 2026 · Bipolar disorder, formerly called manic depression, is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings. These include emotional highs, also known as mania or hypomania, …
Bipolar disorder - Wikipedia
Bipolar disorder (BD), previously known as manic depression, is a mental disorder characterized by periods of depression and abnormally elevated mood, lasting days to weeks, and in some cases …
Bipolar Disorder: What It Is, Symptoms & Treatment
Apr 20, 2026 · Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, is a mental health disorder that causes strong mood swings. You may have episodes of mania (a period of high energy and …
Symptoms and Warning Signs of Bipolar Disorder - Healthline
Jul 12, 2025 · Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that involves high and low moods. It can be difficult to diagnose, but there are signs you can look for.
Bipolar Disorder - National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Bipolar disorder (formerly called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a mental illness that causes clear shifts in a person’s mood, energy, activity levels, and concentration. People with bipolar …
Bipolar Disorder - National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Information on bipolar disorder including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment options, and resources to find help for yourself or others.
Bipolar disorder - World Health Organization (WHO)
Sep 8, 2025 · Key facts Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects a person’s mood, energy, activity and thought and is characterized by manic (or hypomanic) and depressive episodes. …
Bipolar Disorder: Types, Symptoms, Treatment - Healthline
Jun 13, 2025 · Bipolar disorder, formerly manic depression, causes extreme mood shifts ranging from mania to depression. Learn symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.
Bipolar disorder - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
May 8, 2026 · Psychoeducation. Learning about bipolar disorder, also known as psychoeducation, can help you and your loved ones know more about the condition. Knowing what's going on can help you …
Bipolar disorder - NHS
Bipolar disorder Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition where you have extreme mood changes. Medicines and talking therapy can help manage it.