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Scientists at deCODE genetics, a subsidiary of Amgen, reveal today in Nature Genetics associations between bipolar disorder and rare loss-of-function variants in two genes.

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Bipolar II disorder causes intense emotional states that affect a person’s mood, ability to function, and energy levels. Treatment can help with managing these symptoms. There are three main ...

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Having a label was a tremendous relief. I read everything I could about bipolar illness, but hid my diagnosis for over a decade. I was fearful people would find me crazy. I eventually told a few ...

Heston Blumenthal, the celebrity chef known for his experimental cuisine, recently shared his experience of being sectioned under the UK’s Mental Health Act, saying it was “the best thing” that could ...

While research has shown promising results for ketogenic therapy in adults with bipolar disorder, this will be the first study to examine its effects specifically in young people. This innovative ...