If standard treatments haven’t worked, don’t lose hope. Discover what treatment-resistant bipolar disorder means and new paths to try.

A friend once asked me, “Julie, why don’t you write a book about bipolar disorder and relationships?” “I already did that with my first book for couples where one person has bipolar,” I replied. “I ...

A diagnosis of bipolar disorder involves mood episodes that vary in intensity and character. Bipolar 1 is defined by at least one manic episode, which can include severe symptoms and sometimes ...

Euphoria: A True Love Sign or Manic Symptom? In Irving Berlin’s catchy Broadway tune “You’re Just in Love,” a puzzled young man wonders why he can’t sleep or eat, yet feels like he’s walking on air.

Many aspects of thinking and memory remain strong when you’re living with bipolar disorder. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and resilience often shine through — and your unique perspective can ...

Please note: Suicide is discussed in the content below. Reader discretion is advised. In her insightful review of the documentary Roadrunner, author Jessica Lynn eloquently captures the shock and ...

Ann R. knows that, even on her best days, it can be difficult to deal with the noise and chaos that comes with having a six-year-old and four-year-old twins. When she’s pulled down by bipolar ...

Terry’s commute to work usually takes 40 minutes. She uses that drive to gauge her irritability levels. “I can usually tell by how many times I yell at people on the way in,” says Terry, who lives ...

Aspartame is one of the most commonly used artificial sweeteners, found in diet sodas, sugar-free gum, and low-calorie foods. While regulatory agencies around the world consider it safe when consumed ...

Newswise — LOUISVILLE, Ky. – In patients with rapid-cycling bipolar disorder, antidepressants can increase incidents of depression and mood cycling. Rif S. El-Mallakh, M.D., director of the Mood ...