What is Bipolar Disorder?
by Brian Briscoe, M.D.December 28, 2018 Bipolar Disorder in Adults, Brian Briscoe Blog, Mental Health0 comments
One of the most dangerous aspects is that multiple untreated manic or hypomanic episodes can be very harmful to the brain. They can sometimes even lead to cognitive impairment and/or decreasing IQ over time. (This can happen because leaving mania untreated is a lot like running a car eighty miles an hour all day, every day. Eventually the motor—the brain—will break down.)
Learn MoreBipolar Disorder affects high functioning people too
by Brian Briscoe, M.D.January 24, 2016 Bipolar Disorder in Adults, Brian Briscoe Blog, Mental Health0 comments
Bipolar Disorder is characterized by a tendency to experience distinct episodes of mania or hypomania and sometimes episodes of depression.
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