Finding the right psychiatrist can be a journey, and sometimes, that journey means switching doctors. Maybe your doctor is retiring, relocating, or no longer accepting your insurance. Or perhaps your ...

I’ve noticed that, in general, our attitude about — and understanding of — romantic relationships is quite different from our beliefs and expectations surrounding friendships. For instance, we find it ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

I’ve lived with bipolar disorder for so long that I sometimes forget I have a mental illness. I have a successful job, a loving relationship, and a seemingly fully functioning “normal” life. And while ...

Bipolar disorder can affect not only the person with the diagnosis, but also those who provide care and love. While the demands of caregiving are often not easy, know that a caregiver’s support and ...

When Keely P. describes her first manic episode, she lists what might be considered “classic” bipolar symptoms. “I had lots of energy, a case of the giggles, and racing thoughts,” says Keely, who is ...

Several elements must be present to diagnose a manic episode. First, there must be a distinct period during which there are marked changes in mood—abnormally elevated (on top of the world), expansive ...

Bipolar disorder and self-care go hand in hand. Prioritizing your well-being isn’t self-indulgent — it’s essential for stability and health. I have learned many “dos and don’ts” for living with this ...

“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 ...

I’m on my third marriage. Due to past struggles with hypersexuality, mania, and very poor impulse control, I’ve had a lot of bad outcomes in the love department. If my story were the only example, it ...