Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program

For over 20 years, the Prechter Program has dedicated its research to studying the lives, experiences, treatments, and outcomes of those with bipolar disorder.

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Society for Research on Psychopathology elects Sarah Sperry, Ph.D., as executive board member
Prechter Program associate director to serve as an executive board member for the Society for Research on Psychopathology.
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Recording available of "PHOENIX GIRL: HOW A FAT ASIAN WITH BIPOLAR FOUND LOVE" Reading
Watch the recording of the livestream from the "PHOENIX GIRL: HOW A FAT ASIAN WITH BIPOLAR FOUND LOVE" Book Reading.
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Mind Matters: Mood and Art Webinar Recording Now Available
Did you miss the Mind Matters: Mood and Art webinar? The recording is now available on YouTube.
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Myths vs. Facts: Bipolar Disorder
Five myths and facts about bipolar disorder from Prechter Program team member, Christine Ribbens Grimm, M.S.N.
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Could personality tests help make bipolar disorder treatment more precise?
Study suggests different combinations of personality traits may reduce or increase risk of depression and life difficulties, suggesting a way to identify patients who need more help.
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Letter from the Director
Letter from the Director
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Events
Mind Matters: The Intersections of Substance Use, Suicidality, and Bipolar Disorder
A webinar presented by the Prechter Program and the University of Michigan Addiction Center.
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19th Annual Prechter Lecture Featuring Ellen Forney
Ellen Forney, artist, speaker, mental health coach, and author of New York Times bestselling graphic memoir, Marbles: Mania, Depression, Michelangelo, & Me.
19th Annual Prechter Lecture, 6-9 pm October 22, 2025 with Ellen Forney
Contact Us
Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program
University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry
4250 Plymouth Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2700

1-877-UM GENES
(1-877-864-3637)

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