When I grew up, people didn’t talk about bipolar disorder, but kids today need us to be open and honest about mental health ...

I whined to my mom about how difficult middle age seems to be: the angst, never-ending worry, deep regrets, fears for the future, and my obnoxiously changing body’s aches and pains. She chuckled ...

In a world that encourages overdoing it, especially during the holidays, mania can easily be triggered. Here’s how I stay stable through the season. When we are in the thick of the “holiday season” — ...

Bipolar disorder affects everyone differently, and the severity of symptoms can vary just as much. Your experience with depressive, manic, or hypomanic episodes might not look like someone else’s, and ...

I used to feel hurt when people invalidated my feelings, crossed my boundaries, and treated me like I didn’t matter. I’ve learned to reframe my experiences and not take things personally anymore. It’s ...

Is bipolar disorder a part of the person, or does it define them? People living with this brain-based condition offer their own perceptions. The words we use can shape our thoughts and understanding ...

During bipolar depression, it is hard not to see my life as one gigantic bipolar tornado. My perspective of the world narrows and darkens, and hopelessness finds its way back into my life. I have been ...

When we’re experiencing the lows of bipolar disorder and want a quick pick-me-up, indulging a sugar craving is tempting. But to stabilize our mood, we can learn to kick our sweet tooth to the curb. It ...

Hypersexuality associated with manic or hypomanic episodes in bipolar disorder can pose risks to a person’s relationships, health, and safety. Because of the potential for risky behavior, ...

Are you stuck in your comfort zone? Here are some tips to help you become ‘unstuck’ and continue on your journey toward stability. By a fairly young age, most people develop a set of deeply ingrained ...

With the right care, bipolar disorder can be managed, but since not all treatments work for everyone, it’s essential to explore your options with your healthcare provider. Bipolar disorder is unique ...