Tag: Neuropsychiatry

While it is widely known that vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to various neuropsychiatric symptoms, including mania, rare case studies report manic episodes triggered during or after the correction of severe deficiency with supplementation. Can B12 trigger mania? This possibility highlights the delicate balance between correcting nutritional deficits and managing complex neurological responses, particularly in individuals with pre-existing mood disorders.

Case studies have documented instances where vitamin B12 deficiency was identified as the causative factor behind manic episodes, with symptoms resolving after supplementation. While not the sole cause, this highlights that a significant vitamin deficiency can cause mania or mimic its symptoms, underscoring the vital connection between nutrition and neuropsychiatric health.