Reducing variation in symptoms over time, not just capturing mood episodes, should be the goal for treatment and clinical trials, long term analysis suggests.

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Study shows even temporary increases in drinking can lead to long-lasting changes in symptoms, but not vice versa; effect happens even below problematic levels of alcohol use.

New research from the Prechter Program shows that people living with bipolar disorder may strategically maintain negative feelings as a way of stabilizing mood.

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New research from Melvin McInnis, Ph.D., FRCPsych and Anastasia Yocum, Ph.D., shows having bipolar disorder is associated with a four- to six-fold risk of dying prematurely.

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Our Vision: Personalized, evidence-based treatment of bipolar disorder will prevent recurrences, so that every individual with bipolar disorder may lead a healthy and productive life.