National Institute of Mental Health

03/30/2025

People with bipolar disorder experience periods of unusually intense emotion, changes in sleep patterns and activity levels, and unusual behaviors. Learn about the basic types of bipolar disorder: https://go.nih.gov/07qoiXN.

Learn about NIMH research on bipolar disorder. Find resources on the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder, types, and potential treatments and therapies.

03/28/2025

Bipolar disorder is not the same as the typical ups and downs kids go through. The mood swings are more extreme and accompanied by changes in sleep, energy level, and the ability to think clearly. Know the signs and symptoms. https://go.nih.gov/hgHsFTH

03/28/2025

In recognition of on March 30, help raise awareness about bipolar disorder by sharing NIMH's informational materials based on the latest research. Share science. Share hope.

Download and share informational graphics, social media messages, and videos, to help raise awareness about bipolar disorder.

03/27/2025

In a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), researchers tested new su***de risk prediction models and found they were 18% more accurate than current prediction methods.

The models, which analyzed data in electronic health records from the Indian Health Service (IHS), may be an important way to reduce su***de risk in health care settings that serve American Indian and Alaska Native populations. Learn more: https://go.nih.gov/10hAMqO.

In a study funded by the National Institutes of Health, researchers created new su***de risk prediction models using data in electronic health records from the Indian Health Service.

03/21/2025

The hippocampus is an integral part of the brain that helps us learn and form memories. A recent NIH-funded study is shedding new light on the memory encoding process and may lead us to discover even more in the future.

How was this study conducted? The researchers exposed mice to a conditioning task and examined their hippocampus about one week later using cutting-edge technology such as 3-D electron microscopy and artificial intelligence.

What were the findings? Researchers discovered that neurons involved in memory formation were not preferentially connected with each other. They also found that neurons storing memories reorganized their connections through an atypical type of connection called a multi-synaptic bouton.

Read more study findings: https://go.nih.gov/D2iixgI.

In a study supported by NIMH, researchers revealed the structural underpinnings of memory formation across a broad network of neurons in the mouse brain.

03/20/2025

🌸🌿 Happy first day of spring! 🌿🌸

As we welcome the spring equinox, it’s a great time to check in with your mental health and daily routines. Here are some tips from NIMH to help you take care of your mental health: nimh.nih.gov/mymentalhealth.

If you’ve been struggling with your mental health, remember that help is available!

Mental health includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, act, make choices, and relate to others.

03/17/2025

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (March 17-23) is an annual event focused on the science of drug use and addiction that educates and empowers youth to make informed decisions about substance use and their health.

Learn more about substance use and co-occurring mental disorders. The relationship between substance use and mental disorders is complex and often interconnected. But it's important to remember that substance use disorders are treatable.
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Learn about substance use and mental health, including risk factors, diagnosis and treatment, how to find help, and resources for more information.

03/14/2025

Join us to celebrate an incredible and complex organ, the brain! Watch this video to learn more about the different parts of the brain and what each area helps control. https://go.nih.gov/MVzlGgy.

03/13/2025

Meet Jane, the smart and friendly animated brain! In this fun and colorful video series, Jane can help kids understand big feelings and explore ways to handle these emotions. Join Jane as she experiences stressful situations and discover what she learns! https://go.nih.gov/tFaeRZU.

03/12/2025

Did you know that connecting with friends and family is one great way to cope with stress? Download our free coloring and activity book to help kids learn simple ways to manage stress and boost their mental well-being. https://go.nih.gov/j4kmgJl.

03/12/2025

Learning about the brain doesn’t have to be boring! Download our coloring and activity book for kids to learn exciting facts about the brain and mental health! https://go.nih.gov/IMJcdPd.

03/11/2025

Did you know that big and important changes are happening in the brain during adolescence? Here are 7 things you should know about the teen brain: https://go.nih.gov/Xckx6UO.