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, ...

Recklessness is a common symptom of bipolar disorder — even outside of mania. Effective coping tools can keep impulsivity in check and prevent negative fallout. Getty Images After a colossal fight ...

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 ...

While not all television characters with bipolar disorder are accurately portrayed, there are some shows that get it right, with an authentic dramatization of mania, depression, and paranoia, and how ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...