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

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 ...

Competitive athletes have unique vulnerabilities to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar. Despite the inherent stigma, professional athletes continue to publicly share ...

Hearing that you have bipolar disorder can be incredibly difficult and overwhelming, even if you suspected it or felt some relief in finally getting answers. This diagnosis often stirs up a wave of ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Low motivation can drag us down even between episodes of bipolar depression. Try these basic strategies to help you get the ball rolling, bit by bit. Something changed when Sasha W. noticed the hot ...

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, ...

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 ...

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” — ...