Misconceptions about bipolar disorder can be harmful. If one thinks bipolar disorder in teens doesn’t exist, one won’t recognize the symptoms
Bipolar disorder
Blog posts by Sunnybrook’s Department of Psychiatry.
Looking for more information about bipolar disorder? Start your search here »
Researchers study exercise as treatment for bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a recurrent and severe mood disorder that affects 1-5% of Canadian teens. The disorder...
Unique needs of teens who have a parent with bipolar disorder
Many adults with bipolar disorder have children, and many of those children demonstrate some form of psychiatric symptoms including anxiety and...
Does your teen have bipolar disorder?
Things to consider when deciding whether a moody teen may need professional evaluation for bipolar disorder.
5 myths about bipolar disorder — debunked
March 30 is World Bipolar Day and we’ve set out to address some myths about the condition.
Medication & weight management for people with bipolar disorder
Strategies for people living with bipolar disorder to minimize weight gain or lose weight.
Bipolar disorder and heart disease: what’s the link?
Bipolar disorder increases the risk of heart disease, accelerating the onset by up to 15 years. The question is, why? A Sunnybrook study hopes to...