If video is not showing, click here Self-care is basically what it sounds like: care for oneself. It is anything you do to keep yourself well, whether that’s emotionally, psychologically, spiritually, ...

Bipolar depression rarely strikes without warning. Learning to spot these early signs may help you step in before a full episode develops. Getty Images (Stock photo posed by model) Bipolar depression ...

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 ...

Brooke Baron has a BA in English, a minor in philosophy, and a lifelong obsession with language. Although she was born and raised in Alabama, she has been a proud California resident for 10+ years.

Marriages that succeed are ones based on mutual respect and understanding. You don’t get a pass because you have bipolar disorder. Getty Images I’m on my third marriage. Due to past struggles with ...

Reading memoirs and nonfiction about bipolar disorder helps connect with those living with this brain-based condition, whether you have it or love someone who does. When it comes to bipolar disorder, ...

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 ...

Julie A. Fast is the author of the bestselling mental health books Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder, Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder: Understanding and Helping Your Partner, Getting It Done When ...

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is not a diagnosis but a pattern of depression that is typically associated with decreasing hours of daylight as winter approaches. Getty Images The dread of ...

Professional support groups and networks play a vital role in addressing challenges faced by those living with bipolar disorder and their families. Ilona Nagy/Getty Images Organizations dedicated to ...

The bipolar spectrum is wide — and where you fall on it can impact your treatment. Dr. Jim Phelps explains why the labels don’t always fit.

Robin L. Flanigan, a senior writer for bpHope, is a national award-winning journalist for magazines and newspapers and the author of the children’s book M is for Mindful. After receiving a bachelor’s ...