Bipolar I Disorder Directory
Bipolar I is a mood disorder marked by alternating periods of manic behavior and depression. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about bipolar I disorder, what the symptoms are, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Bipolar Disorder Online Community
Living with bipolar disorder? Share your tips on coping with heightened feelings of well-being and depression, as well as common medication and treatment options.
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Maintenance Treatment for Bipolar Disorder
Many people with bipolar disorder require maintenance therapy. Learn more about the drugs that are used to prevent mania and depression.
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An Overview of Bipolar Disorder
Get the basics about bipolar disorder -- including causes, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment -- from the experts at WebMD.
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Types of Bipolar Disorder
A look at the different types of bipolar disorder, including bipolar I, bipolar II, cyclothymic disorder, mixed bipolar, and rapid cycling.
Features
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Find Balance With Bipolar Disorder
You can live well with bipolar disorder. Medication, therapy, and self-care go a long way.
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What Does Bipolar Mania Look and Feel Like?
How to recognize the symptoms of bipolar mania.
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At-Home Bipolar Disorder Test: Help or Hindrance?
Advocates say an at-home bipolar disorder test helps doctors make an accurate diagnosis, but critics say more research is needed.
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Balancing Bipolar Disorder
Better treatments, earlier diagnosis, and increased awareness make living with bipolar disorder easier. Plus, questions to ask your doctor about bipolar disorder.
Slideshows & Images
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Slideshow: Famous People With Bipolar Disorder
About 3% of Americans may have bipolar disorder during their lifetimes. Here are 18 famous people who were diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
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Slideshow: Bipolar Disorder Overview
Do you or someone you know suffer from bipolar disorder (sometimes called manic depression)? WebMD provides an overview of this disorienting condition that causes extreme shifts in mood.