Decoding Bipolar: How Brain Mapping Can Transform Diagnosis

Off the Couch Psychology · May 16, 2026 · 1m

If you've ever wondered whether bipolar disorder can be misdiagnosed—or whether someone can spend years being treated for the wrong condition—this episode is going to change the way you think about mental health assessment. Dr. Jerry Cunningham breaks down the growing research behind brain mapping and how tools like qEEG and brain imaging may help clinicians more accurately identify bipolar disorder. You'll learn what brain mapping actually looks like, what patients can expect during the process, how doctors and therapists may use the information to tailor treatment plans, and why getting the…