Lithium May Prevent Neuron Damage In TBI Patients
According to researchers, lithium, a drug commonly used to treat bipolar disorder, and rapamycin can help to protect neurons from further damage in those with TBI.
View ArticleGenes in Children Linked to Bipolar Disorder and Stress Identified
Researchers report genetic alterations that modulate stress have been identified in children who are at risk of developing bipolar disorder.
View ArticleUnderlying Molecular Mechanism of Bipolar Disorder Revealed
Summary: Researchers have discovered the molecular mechanism behind lithium’s effectiveness in treating bipolar disorder. Source: SBP. Findings inform development of potential diagnostic test and...
View ArticleAI That Can Shoot Down Fighter Planes Helps Treat Bipolar Disorder
A new study reports artificial intelligence used by the military to help shoot down fighter planes can accurately predict treatment outcomes for people with bipolar disorder.
View ArticleRisk for Bipolar Disorder Associated with Faster Aging
A new study in Neuropsychopharmacology reveals an association between faster aging and bipolar depression. Researchers discovered those with bipolar disorder who did not take lithum had shorter...
View ArticleBrain Acidity Imbalance in Psychiatric Disorders
Researchers discover imbalanced pH and lactate levels in the brains of mouse models of schizophrenia, ASD and bipolar disorder. They believe the imbalances could reflect an underlying pathophysiology...
View ArticleWeight Gain Receptor Linked to Antipsychotic Drug
A new study implicates serotonin 2c receptors with metabolic side effects caused by a common class of antipsychotic medications.
View ArticleWill Ketamine Treat Your Depression? Check Your Activity Monitor
A new study reports depressed people who responded to ketamine found their activity increased during earlier parts of the day. Researchers suggest clock gene machinery may be linked to the type of...
View ArticleShared Genetics in Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
According to researchers, a genetic variant changes the expression of the SNAP25 protein, impacting information processing between brain areas associated with regulating emotions. Researchers report...
View ArticleBright Light Therapy at Midday Helps Bipolar Patients
A treatment shown to improve symptoms of SAD has proven to be effective for treating bipolar disorder. Researchers report a six week course of bright light therapy improves symptoms of depression and...
View ArticleResearch Identifies Brain Chemical Abnormalities in Earliest Stage of Psychosis
Elevated glycine levels are associated with the onset of psychosis, a new study reports.
View ArticleGene Breakthrough on Lithium Treatment for Bipolar Disorder
University of Adelaide researchers report schizophrenia linked genes in bipolar patients may explain why some don't respond to lithium.
View ArticleSimple EKG Can Determine Whether Patient Has Depression or Bipolar Disorder
Heart rate variability can indicate whether a person has bipolar disorder or major depression, a new study reports.
View ArticleStudy of WWII Evacuees Suggests Mental Illness May Be Passed to Offspring
A new NIH study reveals mental health problems associated with childhood adversity, such as being evacuated from a war zone, can be passed down from generation to generation.
View ArticleCannabis Linked to Bipolar Symptoms in Young Adults
Researchers reveal a link between adolescent cannabis use and an increased risk of bipolar symptoms, including hypomania.
View ArticleLithium Chloride Blunts Brain Damages Linked to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
A new study from researchers at NYU Langone reveals a single dose a lithium chloride, a drug used in the treatment of bipolar disorder, may help to reduce sleep, memory and learning problems associated...
View ArticleUpdated Brain Cell Map Connects Various Brain Diseases to Specific Cell Types
UCSD researchers have developed a single cell sequencing method that can map the cellular origin of a wide variety of neurological and psychiatric disorders.
View ArticleEpigenetic Aging Linked to Bipolar Disorder
A new study reports people with bipolar disorder may have accelerated epigenetic aging. The findings could explain why people with bipolar are more likely to develop, and even die from, age related...
View ArticleTreatable Immune System Disorder Could Be Mistaken For Schizophrenia or...
A major finding from researchers at Houston Methodist reveals a significant number of people diagnosed with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder may actually have a treatable immune system disorder. The...
View ArticleAfter 12 Years of Searching for Cause of Bipolar Disorder, Researchers...
Following a 12 year long study, researchers have identified seven phenoclasses that can help doctors to diagnose and track the progression of bipolar disorder in patients.
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