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Medically reviewed by Elle Markman, PsyDMedically reviewed by Elle Markman, PsyDBipolar disorder and schizophrenia are both mental health conditions that significantly affect a person’s life and relationships. Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that causes mood cycles of manic highs, depressive lows, and stable periods. Schizophrenia is a personality disorder that causes a person to lose touch with reality through psychosis, hallucinations, and delusions. Both bipolar disorder and schizophrenia affect how a person feels, acts, and perceives the world. However, treatment options and the overall outlook for each condition differ. Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder vs. Schizophrenia Bipolar disorder and schizophrenia share some similar...

What's the Difference Between Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia?

Mood and emotion affect both what and how we learn and how we adapt to the environment. Disrupted neural activity in reward (striatum) and mood (insula) centers characterize bipolar disorder. Further exploration of the link between mood momentum shifts and RPEs might lead to new targets for therapy. How would...

Mood Momentum in Bipolar Disorder

As I recover from my recent surgery, I continue to experience periodic pain in my abdomen where the surgical incisions were made. The pain is not coming from the incisions, but seems to be coming from deep within my belly. Less than a week after the surgery, I was doing well, managing my post-op pain only with Tylenol, when the pain suddenly became intolerable, and I went to the emergency room. They did a CT scan of my stomach and couldn’t find anything. I saw the surgeon a couple of days later and he also had no explanation. The pain has decreased some and I manage it with Toradol which doesn’t make me drowsy. I wonder how long it’s going to last, and if it is me somatizing—or if the doctors somehow missing something?

Borderline Personality Disorder and the Pain Paradox

If left untreated, chronic anxiety and anxiety disorders can lead to mental, physical, and emotional complications that may affect your overall quality of life. Although some complications may be within your control and can be managed with proper treatment and lifestyle changes, others may require professional help. It’s possible to...

7 Anxiety Complications

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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Although they're different mental health conditions, they commonly co-occur and have some symptoms that overlap. Here's why that's important when it comes to getting the right treatment.

Depression vs. Anxiety: What's the Difference?

Acute anxiety can feel overwhelming, but understanding it helps manage the symptoms. Acute anxiety is a sudden, intense episode of fear or panic. It can happen without warning and often leaves people feeling out of control. Symptoms include rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, and shortness of breath. These episodes can be triggered by stress, trauma, or even certain medical conditions. Knowing the facts about acute anxiety can help you or someone you care about recognize and address it. This article will provide 25 essential facts to help you understand acute anxiety better, offering insights into its causes, symptoms, and ways to cope.

25 Facts About Acute Anxiety

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In almost every way, psychosis is a powerfully disordered mental health way of life that is both a prime fear and an unknown condition. It is induced by the disruption of the normal thought and emotion pattern, which, in the most general cases, includes hallucinations, delusions, and disorganizations in speech. The case of someone having psychosis does not necessarily imply that such a person is a mental patient in his/her own right; rather, it is a symptom of complex mental health disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Understanding Psychosis and Mental Illness: A Guide

Schizophrenia affects 1% of people worldwide, yet myths about it run rampant. Let's bust 20 common misconceptions and shed light on this often misunderstood condition. Myth 1: Schizophrenia Means Multiple Personalities.

20 Shocking Misconceptions About Schizophrenia Debunked

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Symptoms of the condition vary from person to person, but there are a few feelings and habits to note.

The 9 Biggest Signs Of Autism In Adulthood

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

A pharmacist explains the nuances between these two popular prescription sleep aids. Lunesta (eszopiclone) and Ambien (zolpidem) are prescription medications commonly used to treat insomnia (difficulty sleeping). This article covers the differences between these medications, their effectiveness, and important safety information. FDA Warning. Ambien and Lunesta have a black box...

Lunesta vs Ambien: Which Is Better?

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder marked by persistent symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Some people mostly have symptoms of inattention. Others mostly have symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity. Some people have both types of symptoms. Symptoms begin in childhood and can interfere with daily life, including social...

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: What You Need to Know

When relationships end, always ask yourself whether you actually ended up dodging a bullet in the process. How a person ends a relationships may reveal their true nature. Rather than dwelling on what went wrong, instead turn to what went right: You got right out of there. Yes, break-ups of...

3 Words to Help You Get Over a Relationship Break-Up

Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome can be a challenging experience for those who have used these medications for anxiety, insomnia, or other conditions. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, including anxiety, insomnia, muscle pain, and even seizures. Understanding the facts about this syndrome is crucial for anyone considering stopping benzodiazepines. Did you know that withdrawal can last from a few weeks to several months? Gradual tapering under medical supervision is often recommended to minimize symptoms. Awareness of potential withdrawal effects can help in planning a safe discontinuation. Let's explore 20 essential facts about benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome to better understand what to expect and how to manage it effectively.

20 Facts About Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome

Autism spectrum disorder risk was similar with prenatal topiramate or lamotrigine vs. no antiseizure medication exposure. Prenatal valproate was tied to a dose-dependent increased autism spectrum disorder risk. Autism spectrum disorder incidence was higher for children with prenatal exposure to antiseizure medications vs. the general population, but some associations weakened...

Childhood autism may be linked to prenatal exposure to antiseizure medication

An Australian team used taste aversion to teach freshwater crocodiles to avoid toxic, invasive cane toads. Crocodiles developed aversions after encounters with cane toad baits designed to induce nausea but not kill. Crocodiles generalized this aversion to live, wild cane toads, and crocodile mortality was greatly reduced. Behavioral interventions targeting...

A Surprising Way to Fight Invasive Species

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

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Could Your Depression Be Bipolar Disorder?

Unlike bipolar I, bipolar II disorder presents with more subtle highs making it more tricky to identify. Delay in diagnosis can lead to time lost to...

Could Your Depression Be Bipolar Disorder?

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