Bipolar disorder causes extreme mood swings that range from manic highs to depressive lows, disrupting every aspect of life.

Growing up, I was always a rambunctious and energetic child. In my mind, I was creative, extroverted, and unique. To my family and teachers, I was a whole lot; my energy seemed more like hyperactivity ...

One of the diagnostic fads in mental health, the over-diagnosis of bipolar disorder, is ongoing and problematic. This review aims to shed light on what makes this problem so tenacious. It is also a ...

Psychotherapy, or "talk" therapy, is an important part of treatment for bipolar disorder. During therapy, you can discuss feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that cause you problems. Talk therapy can ...

She's been an open book about her relationship with her ex Rob, her drinking, ans her sometimes-tense relationship with her mom. And during the July 30 episode of RHONY, Leah addressed her issues with ...

Moving forward with bipolar disorder isn’t a quick process. The time from my diagnosis until I reached recovery was more than 4 years. Four years is a long time to wait to “be well,” but there are ...

According to one textbook source it is: "A major affective disorder in which an individual alternates between states of deep depression and extreme elation. This is misleading in that bipolar disorder ...

Mental illness doesn’t always look the way the world imagines it. Sometimes it wears a flawless red carpet gown, drops a ...

A Twitter user living with bipolar disorder has pointed out a major problem with stock imagery depicting the condition. SEE ALSO: Before and after: Women finally get their due in STEM stock photos In ...