Kay Redfield Jamison
American bipolar disorder researcher
1946 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
American bipolar disorder researcher
Born
June 22, 1946
Age
~80 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, clinical psychologist, essayist
United States
1946
Born (1946-06-22)
1975
Positionprofessor
2000
AwardSiena Medal
2001
AwardMacArthur Fellows Program
2015
AwardSarnat Prize
2015
AwardRhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize in Mental Health
2017
AwardFrequently Asked Questions
Who is Kay Redfield Jamison?+
Kay Redfield Jamison is American bipolar disorder researcher. Born in 1946.
What does the name Kay mean?+
The name Kay means "unisex given name". It is of English origin.
When was Kay Redfield Jamison born?+
Kay Redfield Jamison was born on June 22, 1946.
Name Meaning
unisex given name
The name Kay is of English origin, meaning "unisex given name". It is traditionally a unisex name.
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Kay — June 22, 1946
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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