Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder, sometimes referred to as manic-depressive illness, is a complex brain condition characterized by significant and unusual shifts in mood, energy levels, and overall functioning.
Unlike typical mood fluctuations, the symptoms of Bipolar Disorder are severe and can profoundly impact relationships, academic or professional performance, and even lead to suicidal thoughts.
This condition affects a substantial portion of the adult population, with millions of individuals experiencing it each year.
While Bipolar Disorder frequently emerges in late adolescence or early adulthood, it can manifest during childhood or later in life.
It's not uncommon for individuals to live with the illness for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment, often because it's not immediately recognized as a medical condition.
Similar to chronic illnesses such as diabetes or heart disease, bipolar disorder requires ongoing management throughout a person's life.
Given its association with the brain's reward system, innovative treatments targeting prefrontal regions and related neural networks, such as Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS™), are being explored for their potential effectiveness in managing this chronic condition.