Struggling with side effects or stigma? Here is how to navigate the most common challenges of taking bipolar medication.

Dr. Calabrese answers the question: 'When Can I Stop Taking Bipolar Meds?' — -- Question: How long do I have to take medication for bipolar disorder, and can I stop if I no longer have symptoms?

Dr. Calabrese answers the question: 'What If I Refuse Bipolar Medications?' — -- Question: What if I choose not to use medications for bipolar disorder? Answer: Now one of our most challenging ...

Selecting a bipolar medication often involves trial and error to customize a suitable solution. It’s about tailoring the treatment to individual needs and ...

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For the late-age adolescent or young adult who has just received a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, psychiatric medication is usually a pivotal aspect of initial treatment recommendations. No one wants ...

MONDAY, Nov. 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A diabetes drug can help manage weight gain among children prescribed medications to treat bipolar disorder, a new study shows. But the diabetes drug metformin ...

Bipolar disorder and alcohol problems seem to go hand-in-hand, leading to a widespread belief that drinking acts as a kind of 'self medication' to ease bipolar's life-altering symptoms of mania, ...