Psychiatric disorder
Topic
A psychiatric disorder, also known as a mental disorder or mental illness, is a behavioral or mental pattern that causes significant distress or impairment of personal functioning. It is characterized by a clinically significant disturbance in an individual's cognition, emotional regulation, or behavior. These conditions can occur as single episodes, be persistent, or fluctuate over time.
2 episodes featuring Psychiatric disorder
Huberman Lab Essentials
Harvard psychiatrist treats severe mental illness with ketogenic diet interventions
This episode reframes mental illnesses not just as chemical imbalances, but as metabolic disorders tied directly to mitochondrial function.
Aug 27, 2026 · 38 min
Huberman Lab Essentials
Andrew Huberman details the biology and clinical treatments of bipolar disorder
Understanding the biological basis of bipolar disorder helps demystify psychiatric conditions and highlights why medical management is essential for long-term stability.
Jul 16, 2026 · 35 min