Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder. People with bipolar disorder switch between periods of mania and periods of depression. There is no cure, but medicine and therapy can help manage symptoms.
Featured Treatments
Dauten Family
Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation
The Dauten Family Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation at Massachusetts General Hospital is dedicated to finding new treatments for bipolar disorder, providing high-quality clinical care and educating our colleagues, our patients, their families and the community about this disorder.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program
The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Program at Massachusetts General Hospital provides advanced clinical care to patients, furthers CBT research, and educates healthcare professionals, students and the general public about CBT.
Depression in Children and Teens
Depression is a mood disorder that brings about feelings of persistent sadness, irritability, hopelessness and loss of interest in activities. It can also affect sleep, eating habits and concentration.
Inpatient Psychiatric Service (Blake 11)
The Inpatient Psychiatric Service located on Blake 11 at Massachusetts General Hospital cares for adults 18 years and older who need short-term, secure medical psychiatric treatment in an acute inpatient setting.
Pediatric Psychopharmacology & Adult ADHD Program
The mission of the Pediatric Psychopharmacology and Adult ADHD Program at Massachusetts General Hospital is to advance the well-being of children and families afflicted with mental illness through research, education and clinical care.
News & Publications
Mass General News
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Advances in Motion
Our publication keeps health care professionals up to date on the latest research and clinical advances from Mass General.
Research Institute Blog
News and notes from the largest hospital-based research program in the United States
Charged
A podcast devoted to uncovering the stories of Mass General's relentless pursuit to break boundaries and provide exceptional care
Patient Gateway
The Patient Gateway provides secure online access to your health information whenever you need it. Check upcoming appointments, communicate with your doctor’s office, review medications and pay medical bills—all seamlessly online 24/7.