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

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

From small-town girl to pop supernova, this queer singer-songwriter tops the charts and gives back, all while living with bipolar disorder. When you picture an iconic chart-topping performer who sells ...

For college students, sticking to a sleep schedule is a challenge — and even more so when you add bipolar disorder to the mix. As a college student, it’s challenging to balance routines, like getting ...

“Friends show their love in times of trouble, not in happiness,” ancient Greek poet Euripides once said. What was true in ancient times still holds true today. Our most valuable, most important ...

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 ...