Bipolar depression affects my decision-making, especially when it comes to work. Hypomania also influences my choices, and it tends to have a stronger impact on my relationships. Mania, on the other ...

Grant “Skip” T. remembers his hand trembling the day he sat down to write a long-overdue letter to his son. It was his son’s 39th birthday. And Skip, diagnosed with bipolar disorder more than a decade ...

Dealing with the ups and downs of bipolar disorder is challenging, and the addition of anger further complicates matters. The suddenness and intensity of these emotions can be overwhelming, disrupting ...

My brain has an extra groove when I’m depressed. This mood swing opens a channel where music and conversations are recorded and played back — over and over and over again. I then fly back to my past ...

Coming out of bipolar depression can make the signs of hypomania feel less like red flags and more like a long-awaited return to “normal.” After carrying the heavy weight of depression, it’s natural ...

Our award-winning bpHope Blog is a collection of posts written with heartfelt honesty by a group of bloggers from around the world, with each providing their own unique perspectives on living with ...

After experiencing many cycles of mood symptoms throughout my high school years, I found myself desperately seeking an explanation for my highs and lows. After another severe depression, I was in a ...

Those six projects you’ve been meaning to get to for months? You’re on top of them all — and you have plans for six more. You are cheerful and creative, gregarious and engaging, and a multitasking ...

“I’m the PhD down the hall whose memory fails during critical discussions at the office,” says Debra. In her early sixties, Debra is a behavioral scientist with the Centers for Disease Control and ...

Sleep isn’t just a symptom — it’s a mood regulator. Find out how bipolar disorder impacts sleep and how you can build healthier sleep habits. Most nights, Will J. has no interest in going to bed. He ...

Although medication is the primary treatment for bipolar disorder, adding specific vitamins or supplements might provide additional relief from symptoms. Here’s what the research shows. Note: The U.S.

The world of creativity often shines a light on the vibrant yet challenging lives of artists, illustrating the deep connection between creativity and mental health. With their public platforms, ...