Could a decades-old treatment for bipolar disorder be the key to slowing memory loss that comes with age? Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh think so. Led by Ariel Gildengers, professor of ...

Lithium or forms of lithium extended-release (Lithobid), a mood-stabilizing medication used for bipolar disorder, can improve symptoms during manic and mixed episodes, and is one of the primary ...

This is the fifth post in a series on non-pharmacologic treatments of bipolar disorder. Previous posts briefly reviewed the evidence for amino acids, the B vitamin choline, and a proprietary nutrient ...

According to recent data from the Global Bipolar Cohort, only 29% of people with bipolar disorder are prescribed lithium. Despite being the "gold standard" for treating this mental health condition, ...

Oscar-winning Lady Gaga has revealed she was on Lithium while filming the musical romance movie A Star Is Born due to mental health issues caused by challenging circumstances behind the scenes. The 39 ...

Cognitive dysfunction is a core trait of bipolar disorder. That's a short assertion bursting at the seams with nuance and caveat. For starters, what causes this core trait? The consensus had been that ...

Bipolar disorder is a long-term mood disorder characterized by major fluctuations in mood — both high and low — that can impact daily functioning and behavior. Although bipolar disorder is a chronic ...