Irritability is a common symptom of bipolar disorder, but how can you manage it when it strains your relationships with ...
For women with bipolar, menopause can bring extra challenges. Here’s what to know and how to manage both during this life ...
Reading memoirs and nonfiction about bipolar disorder helps connect with those living with this brain-based condition, ...
It’s that time of year again — the holiday season is nearly upon us. For those of us with bipolar disorder, the stretch from Thanksgiving to New Year’s brings unique and complicated challenges. In my ...
Hope R. dated several men after she was diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder in 2004, but none of the relationships lasted long enough to make her mental health an issue. When she developed feelings for ...
If you’re dealing with hypersexuality as a part of your bipolar disorder, you’re likely no stranger to an unusually relentless focus on sexual thoughts. It’s not uncommon for many to engage in casual ...
Jeffrey H. says his past is riddled with opportunities for him to self-punish. And when his mood takes a dive, it’s even more tempting to dwell on those behaviors that go hand in hand with his bipolar ...
If you’ve noticed uncontrollable, repetitive movements in your body, you might be dealing with tardive dyskinesia or another tardive disorder. This neurological condition develops after long-term use ...
I’m on my third marriage. Due to past struggles with hypersexuality, mania, and very poor impulse control, I’ve had a lot of bad outcomes in the love department. If my story were the only example, it ...