Exploring the upsides of their bipolar diagnosis has helped many people turn their uniqueness into pillars of personal development and resilience in their everyday lives. In the 20 years since she was ...

Living with bipolar disorder can mean experiencing everything from intense emotional highs and lows to challenges with energy, focus, and more. Understanding your symptoms is essential to managing ...

With bipolar disorder, impulsivity can hijack decision-making. But there are ways to take back control — and feel confident in your choices again. You’re in the checkout aisle at the supermarket when ...

Lithium, a cornerstone in bipolar disorder treatment, requires discussing management considerations with your doctor to tailor treatment to your needs. Lithium has a long and storied history in ...

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 ...

Bipolar disorder has a way of playing tricks on your mind, especially when you’re caught in the depths of a mood episode. When depression or anxiety kicks in, negative thinking can start to take over.

Each of us must decide for ourselves what a successful life looks like, depending on our goals, values, and individual circumstances. Coping with common life stressors can prove difficult, and ...

Hypomania — and even mania — has a certain allure, including increased energy, productivity, and excitement, especially after emerging from bipolar depression. Although the thought of “giving up” ...

Paranoia can be a symptom of bipolar disorder, particularly during the manic or depressive phases. It typically involves intense and irrational mistrust or suspicion of others. Individuals ...

Living with both bipolar disorder and a substance use disorder — a combination often referred to as a dual diagnosis or a comorbid/co-occurring condition — can make daily life feel even more ...

The internet is filled with posts titled, “What I wish the world knew about…,” filled in with something that, while seemingly common, is actually quite misunderstood. (For example, “What I wish the ...

Clutter can lead to stress, anxiety, and depression, especially for those with bipolar disorder. While decluttering can be difficult, certain strategies can help. What’s happening around you affects ...