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Category: News
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Neuroscientist Recounts Harrowing Bipolar Mania Episode Mid-Flight
Diagnosis, relapse, and the long road to stability —A Canadian neuroscientist recently shared her gripping account of surviving her first severe manic episode, aboard an airplane, shedding light on the…
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New Research Links Bipolar Disorder and Binge Eating Behaviors
Shared genes and brain chemistry may fuel the connection News summary by Liam Ronan Several studies now show that bipolar disorder and episodes of binge eating often overlap. The researchers…
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Millionaire’s Manic Spending Spree Sheds Light on Bipolar Disorder’s Risks
Psychiatrists explain why mania fuels reckless spending Summary report by Liam Ronan — In 2012, a New York City millionaire endured a wild, five-day shopping binge that reportedly totaled upward…
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Canadian Lawyer Avoids Jail After Manic Episode-Linked Knife Attack
Judge cites mental illness in reduced sentencing, stresses treatment and strict probation conditions Summary report by Liam Ronan — A Canadian lawyer, Alexander Currie, 41, will not serve jail time…
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New Book Offers a Metabolic Key to Mania and Mental Illness
Revolutionary breakthrough in understanding mental health—and improving treatment for anxiety, mania depression, OCD, PTSD, and more Ketogenic and low-carb diet offer hope — Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Christopher M. Palmer lays…
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University Reinstates Professor Who Resigned During Manic Episode
Ohio State initially refuses to reinstate tenured professor Summary report by Liam Ronan – Dr. Angela Bryant regained her position at Ohio State University’s Newark campus after resigning during a…
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Colorado Woman Killed After Manic Episode
Young woman’s death highlights gaps in mental health care Summary report by Liam Ronan Cheyenne Chrisp, a 25-year-old woman from Arvada, Colorado, was struck and killed on Dec. 27, 2024…
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Mental Health Conditions Like Manic-Depression Shorten Life Spans
Heart disease risks spike with bipolar, anxiety, PTSD, and schizophrenia – People with manic-depression bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, and PTSD live 10-20 years less than those without. The new study…
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Celebrity Chef Opens Up About Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
New documentary – Heston: My Life With Bipolar Summary report by Liam Ronan — Celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal, known for his inventive dishes such as bacon‑and‑egg ice cream and snail…
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‘Bright Eyes’ May Signal Manic and Hypomanic Episodes in Bipolar Disorder
Psychiatrists see visible eye changes in mood shifts — Can a glance into someone’s eyes reveal a change in mood from mania to depression? A group of psychiatrists studying it…
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I Thought I Was Jesus – Student Recounts Manic Episode and Stigma
Dan Miller shares his story to encourage open conversations on mental health Summary report by Liam Ronan —When Dan Miller woke up one January morning in 2016, he felt unstoppable.…
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Memoir of Mania Offers Hope and Insight into Bipolar Recovery
Jason Wegner – From patient to advocate — In a raw and revealing memoir, a university student chronicles his dramatic manic episode and his path to recovery, offering a message…
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Manic Episodes May Cause Longer-Lasting Brain Changes Than Depressive Ones
Researchers track two-year patterns showing manic and depressive episodes affect brain structure differently —Manic and depressive episodes in bipolar disorder cause opposite changes in brain structure over time, with depression…
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New Research Reveals Key Factors Driving More Frequent Manic Episodes
Unexpected links found between antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and mood swings —A large study finds that patients with bipolar disorder face more frequent mania when first diagnosed early, with mixed initial…
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Mania May Limit Autonomy but Doesn’t Erase It, Philosopher Argues
Research paper says mania alters, but doesn’t erase, decision-making —Mania can bring a rush of urgency that changes how people decide and act. But it may not wipe out their…
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Manic Episode: Woman Faces Charges for Embezzlement
Forensic psychiatrist details longstanding symptoms — A former probation officer accused of embezzling more than $160,000 from her department’s union blamed a manic episode for the impulsive thefts during a…
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Study: Psychedelics May Ease Bipolar Depression Without Sparking Mania
Findings lay groundwork for rigorous, clinic-controlled psilocybin safety trials —Using magic mushrooms and other hallucinogens may lighten the depressive side of bipolar disorder without sending patients into dangerous manic swings,…
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Trump Administration Pushes for Broader Use of Involuntary Institutionalization
New executive order targets mentally ill and homeless for forced Ttreatment Summary report by Liam Ronan —An executive order signed this week by President Donald Trump would make it easier…
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New Wearable Sensor Could Help Patients with Bipolar Disorder Track Medication
Device could improve treatment and drug safety for patients who take lithium for mania and depression —Although lithium is first‑line medicine for acute mania and maintenance in bipolar I/II, the…
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ChatGPT Conversations Linked to Manic Episode, Sparking Mental Health Concerns
Summary report by Liam Ronan AI conversations escalated delusional belief —A 30-year-old man with no prior psychiatric issues experienced a manic episode after conversations with a chat bot appeared to…
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