"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 I've heard is, "You should talk to someone."...Reactions0reactions
How I Know I'm Sliding into DepressionDepression is an extremely prevalent part of my experience with bipolar disorder type 2. In fact, I find my medication quells hypomania almost entirely but still allows depression to sneak...Reactions0reactions
Using The Internet To Learn About Your Mental IllnessMany moons ago, in the ancient times of about 2009ish, I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Like many people, I turned to the internet for more information about what I...Reactions0reactions
What is "Stability" with Bipolar Disorder?What does it mean to be "stable" while living with bipolar disorder? Spoiler alert: I have absolutely no idea. In recent months, I have thrown around terms like "pretty stable"...Reactions0reactions
Bipolar Is Not a Superpower, and Famous People Shouldn't Say That It IsRecently, world-renowned chef Heston Blumenthal told the world he has bipolar disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and he called his neurodiversity a "superpower." While I'm happy for people who feel...Reactions0reactions
After a Diagnosis Of Bipolar Disorder...Everyone seems to have a slightly different relationship to their diagnosis with bipolar disorder. I know that when I was diagnosed over 15 years ago, I felt relief. Up until...Reactions0reactions
Bipolar and Anxiety: Walking the TightropeIdentifying myself with bipolar disorder often feels like walking a high-wire tightrope. On one side, I never want mental illness to be my entire identity. On the other side, bipolar...Reactions0reactions
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 parent's divorce and unfortunate family dynamics and then...Reactions0reactions
Cue the Blues: Seasonal Depressive Shifts in Bipolar DisorderLiving with bipolar disorder can be a challenge at any time of year. But when the seasons shift, things can get even harder. Many people with bipolar disorder will experience...Reactions0reactions
Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Bipolar DisorderIf you have bipolar disorder, you know how upsetting it can be when your treatment does not work. And you are not alone. Of the estimated 45 million people worldwide...Reactions0reactions
Three Challenges Older People With Bipolar Disorder May FaceObviously, there are distinct differences on the path of improved mental health and stability depending on one's personal circumstances. Personal circumstances changes a lot of context about any health issue...Reactions0reactions
How My Father's Bipolar Affected How I Deal with MineI was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when I was about 20 years old. It was a challenging diagnosis to get as I was originally misdiagnosed with major depression. It would...Reactions0reactions
Bipolar and Autism Spectrum DisorderPeople with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have a higher risk of developing bipolar disorder. But researchers have not found a direct link that 1 causes the other. The signs of...Reactions0reactions
Navigating Bipolar Disorder With Other Health Conditions"I know what you have," my internist said when he saw me sitting in the waiting room. "Let me get settled and then we'll talk." Up to that point, it...Reactions0reactions
Thank You, BipolarGrocery stores are overwhelming. Big, bright, full of people and noise. You go in with a list and come out grumbling with a headache. At least my husband does. After...Reactions0reactions
"The Lost Years": Before Diagnosis and RecoveryI needed a good cry for quite a long time. I thought I was ready. It turns out you can plan a therapeutic cry just about as well as you...Reactions0reactions
Sharing My Story as a Content Creator With Bipolar DisorderI am a mental health content creator living with bipolar 2 disorder. I did not seek this out initially. In 2022 I started writing a book. This book was a...Reactions0reactions
Riding the Wave: Channeling Creativity During Manic EpisodesLiving with bipolar disorder presents unique challenges, particularly during manic episodes. Over the years, I have learned to ride the wave of these episodes, transforming what could be a tumultuous...Reactions0reactions
Are You A Bipolar Warrior?Are you fighting the good fight for your mental health? Do you imagine the struggle for wellness as a war? Is it a battle every time you decide to attend...Reactions0reactions
My Misdiagnosis StoryI distinctly remember one Friday night 26 years ago. I remember it because of all the tears shed in front of my computer monitor. I remember it because it was...Reactions0reactions
