What is the definition of bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder is defined as an episodic illness characterized by distinct mood changes. Learn more the changes in this video with HealthMaker Ellen Leibenluft, MD, chief of bipolar spectrum disorders at the National Institute of Mental Health.

Screening for prenatal and postpartum depression helps protect parent and baby.

From causes to coping, understand essential information about early pregnancy loss.

Painful cramps, bouts of irritability or sadness, sleep issues—sometimes it's more than PMS.

Keep your cool with these helpful coping strategies.

Suicide could affect anyone, even those without mental illness. Learn to recognize when someone might be at risk.