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What are the 7 types of bipolar disorder? Types, Symptoms, Causes, and Daily Life
To define bipolar disorder accurately, we must look at it as a chronic mood dysregulation…Is Bipolar Disorder Neurodivergent? Understanding Neurodiversity, Mental Illness, and Treatment
To answer whether bipolar fits the bill, we first have to define what a neurodivergent…Is Bipolar a Disability? Social Security, ADA, SSI, Benefits & Global Laws Explained
Have you ever wondered if your extreme mood swings are more than just a personal…Do I Have Bipolar Depression? A Comprehensive Guide to Mental Health Clarity
“Do I Have Bipolar Depression?” Questioning your mental health can be an overwhelming experience. Perhaps…Is Manic Depression the Same as Bipolar Disorder? A Comprehensive Guide
Language is the primary tool we use to understand our mental health, but when that…
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Cognitive Function: Definition, Brain Science, Decline, and How to Improve It
In my practice, I often hear patients describe a frustrating sense of mental "fuzziness." They sit across from me, highly intelligent individuals, expressing deep concern because they are struggling to…
ADHD Inattentive Type: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and How to Manage It
I often see a specific type of relief in my patients' eyes when they finally get an answer. For many, that answer is adhd inattentive type. They spent years feeling…
Neurodivergent Masking: Meaning, Examples & Mental Health Impact
In my clinical practice, I often sit across from adults who are the picture of "success." They have stable jobs, navigate social gatherings with a smile, and appear perfectly adjusted.…
POTS and Autism: Symptoms, Comorbidity Rates, ADHD Links & Autonomic Dysfunction Explained
For many years, the medical community viewed neurodevelopmental conditions like autism and physiological conditions like cardiovascular dysfunction as entirely separate entities. However, in my clinical practice, I began to notice…
Valproate in Bipolar Disorder: Dosing, Lithium Comparison, Blood Levels, and What Patients Should Know
When I treat acute mania in bipolar disorder, one of the most common medications I reach for is valproate. However, the introduction of this medication to a patient’s regimen often…
What Is Caplyta Used For? Approved Uses, Mental Health Benefits & What to Expect
In my practice as a clinical psychologist, I frequently sit with patients who feel they have exhausted the "standard" medicine cabinet of psychiatry. They have tried the older mood stabilizers…
