Can bipolar disorder increase Alzheimer's risk?

Psychiatric disorders do not increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study from the University of Eastern Finland. However, the prevalence of psychiatric diagnoses increased before the Alzheimer's diagnosis, which might be due to prodromal symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. read more

It’s connected to a few diseases/disorders: alcoholism, vascular disease, stroke, brain tumor, head injury, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease, to name the most common. read more

Formerly known as manic-depressive illness, bipolar disorder is a chronic condition that affects the brain. This condition causes highs and lows in: mood; behavior; energy; activity; The manic highs and depressive lows give the condition its name. There’s currently no known cure. People with the disorder can thrive with proper medication and treatment. read more

Then yes, it does contributes to the increase in risk factors towards causing Dementia. There's no direct link between BAD and Alzheimer's but any mental illness left untreated can be catastrophic. read more