Melvin McInnis, MD, FRCPsych, is the Thomas B. and Nancy Upjohn Woodworth Professor of Bipolar Disorder and Depression and director of the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program at the University ...

Even small changes in self-talk and mindset can lead to big emotional relief — especially when anxiety and depression loom. Getty Images There’s a well-established loop between a dreary outlook and a ...

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 ...

Starting medication for bipolar disorder isn’t easy — but practical tips from those who’ve been there can make the path a little smoother. Getty Images Managing medication isn’t always easy — but ...

There’s nothing wrong with enjoying fun foods, but ensuring balance and moderation of all foods can better control your bipolar disorder. Getty Images (Stock photo posed by model) For years, Carol’s ...

Experience and wisdom gained over the years can make it easier to find balance. Here are some helpful tips for thriving with bipolar disorder at any age. Getty Images (Stock photo posed by models) ...

Susan Johnson graduated from Drake University with a BA in sociology. She is the author of Some Dreams Are Worth Keeping: A Memoir of My Bipolar Journey. Since her diagnosis of bipolar I in 1995, ...

For women with bipolar, menopause can bring extra challenges. Here’s what to know and how to manage both during this life transition. Getty Images (Stock photo posed by models) The time surrounding ...

Memory glitches, brain fog, and poor focus may be more than stress — they could be connected to how bipolar disorder affects the brain. Getty Images Frustrated by mental fogginess? Finding the right ...

If anxiety convinces you that you have to do everything yourself, you’re not alone. Learning to surrender control can make all the difference. Getty Images (Stock photo posed by model) It’s hard for ...

If bipolar depression has you sleeping the day away but never feeling rested, you’re not alone. Discover why hypersomnia happens — and what steps you can take to feel more energized. Getty Images ...

A person's brain often goes 'off line' during full blown manic and psychotic episodes, which may affect their memory and cause manic "black outs." It’s hard for family members and partners to believe ...