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 ...

What to know about generic medications for bipolar disorder, how they compare to brand names, and tips for managing changes. Getty Images (Stock photo posed by model) If you or your loved one has been ...

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.

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, ...

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 ...

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, ...

These films explore life with bipolar disorder through characters and stories shaped by the filmmakers’ own experiences. Cate Blanchett, Justice Smith, Bradley Cooper, and Taryn Manning all play ...

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 ...

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.

Tanya Hvilivitzky has spent more than 30 years in the communications field — a career that has included stints as an investigative journalist, managing editor for a lifestyle and wellness magazine, ...

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 ...

Disclosing a bipolar diagnosis isn’t easy — but it can lead to stronger relationships, self-acceptance, and surprising support. Getty Images When it comes to sharing your bipolar disorder diagnosis, ...