Being Bipolar and... Organized! (Sort Of)Let's talk about the whirlwind of being bipolar and (DIS)organized. I've got 99 problems, and being dipolar and disorganized is most definitely...reactions
Finding a Support Person for Doctor AppointmentsPeople with chronic health conditions like bipolar disorder often face complex treatment plans and multiple doctor visits. That is why medical experts...reactions
Liberty, Autonomy, Community of Choice: Know Your RightsAutonomy is your ability to make decisions about your own life. You have the right to autonomy, including choices about your treatment...reactions
Pain and Your EmotionsAbout 1 in 5 Americans lives with chronic pain. Chronic pain is pain that does not go away. Such pain is often...reactions
How to Manage Extreme Stressors with Bipolar DisorderI find I am less able to cope with extreme stressors because of bipolar disorder. It’s not that these kinds of stressors...reactions
My Plan for Hypomanic Episodes – What I Do FirstI have bipolar disorder type 2, and thus, experience hypomanic episodes, not manic episodes. Hypomanic episodes have the same symptoms as manic...reactions
What to Know About Bipolar HypersexualityHypersexuality is one of the least talked about and most misunderstood symptoms of bipolar disorder. While mood swings, depression, and mania are...reactions
Bipolar Disorder: Am I Normal?I have been in and out of different mental health circles since my bipolar diagnosis back in 2009. The mental health world...reactions
Bipolar Episodes and Rapid Cycling: Take Our PollsWhen it comes to bipolar disorder, the textbooks may have their definitions and types, but when it comes to living with bipolar...reactions
What Is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy?Some people who have a shocking, dangerous, or frightening event may develop a disorder known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The symptoms...reactions
Bipolar Disorder And Reclaiming CreativityBipolar Disorder and art seem to go hand-in-hand. I, myself, am both a writer and live with Bipolar Disorder. As a result...reactions
All Things TherapyFor most of us with bipolar disorder, medication plays a critical role in managing our symptoms. However, therapy is also a vital...reactions
The Bipolar Routine Deep Dive: Take Our Polls!Consistent daily routines aren't just a "nice to have"— they can help to regulate the symptoms of bipolar disorder. Unlike a schedule...reactions
"Talking About It" vs. Therapy: The Difference MattersAs a person with bipolar disorder who's spent a lot of time in mental health circles, one of the most common phrases...reactions
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Bipolar Disorder, God, and the Thin Line Between Madness and DivinityFor a long time, I thought my mind was a curse. The highs that sent me soaring into the sky, believing I...reactions
5 Qualities of a Good TherapistI have had many years of therapy and have seen many therapists. I first started therapy as a child because of my...reactions
Know Your Rights When You’re HospitalizedWhen you’re hospitalized for a mental illness, it can feel like you have no rights. For your own safety, your belongings and...reactions
Bipolar, Dating & Relationships: Take Our Polls!"Talking about my mental health when dating is tricky because I have bipolar disorder (not to mention generalized anxiety disorder). Do I...reactions
What Is Power Posing?Striking a “power pose” means taking up a lot of space with your body – standing upright with great posture, legs wide...reactions
