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New Study Reveals Bipolar Mood Swings Controlled by Two Clocks

1/28/2025

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New research from McGill University uncovers that bipolar disorder mood swings are governed by two essential clocks: the circadian rhythm and a dopamine-based clock. These mechanisms play a crucial role in the transition between mania and depression. By focusing on the dopamine clock, scientists may pave the way for innovative treatments that could lessen the severity and frequency of mood episodes.

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New research from McGill University uncovers that bipolar disorder mood swings are governed by two essential clocks: the circadian rhythm and a dopamine-based clock. These mechanisms play a crucial role in the transition between mania and depression. By focusing on the dopamine clock, scientists may pave the way for innovative treatments that could lessen the severity and frequency of mood episodes.