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Cardiff University Launches Groundbreaking Study on Mental Health

11/15/2025

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Cardiff University has launched a study to improve understanding and treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Researchers note that treatments have not advanced significantly in over 50 years, with reduced life expectancy and severe side effects.
Professor Neil Harrison leads the effort to gather diverse data from 600 participants and identify new treatment avenues.
Carina, a bipolar participant, highlights humane treatment and reducing stigma as essential.

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Story summary

Cardiff University has launched a study to improve understanding and treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Researchers note that treatments have not advanced significantly in over 50 years, with reduced life expectancy and severe side effects.
Professor Neil Harrison leads the effort to gather diverse data from 600 participants and identify new treatment avenues.
Carina, a bipolar participant, highlights humane treatment and reducing stigma as essential.