Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, marked by episodes of mania and depression. Common Signs & Symptoms of Mania Showing intense happiness or silliness for a long time Having a very short temper or seeming extremely irritable Talking very fast or having racing thoughts Having an inflated sense of ability, knowledge, […]
The National Institutes of Health supports studies that look for better ways to treat traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients. Here are some recent findings: Mental health issues may appear after a head injury. About one in five people may experience mental health issues up to six months after a mild head injury or concussion. Researchers found […]
Christina Master, M.D. Concussions among professional athletes have been covered widely in the media. But Christina Master, M.D., co-director of the concussion program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, thinks more attention should be paid to brain injuries in children and teens. The latest figures show that each year in the U.S. about 283,000 children […]
