From recent research on trauma to advances in genetics, here are 5 new developments in the world of bipolar disorder.

The comic’s new special, ‘Four Pills’, blends dark humor and personal storytelling to capture the emotional truth of bipolar ...

During bipolar mood episodes, cultivating a sense of hope may feel impossible or pointless — at first. Yet science supports building the habit of pursuing brighter possibilities Our thinking around ...

Symptoms of bipolar disorder can feel confusing, so it comes as no surprise that managing the symptoms of this often-misunderstood brain-based health condition can seem like an enormous undertaking.

Whether you go undiagnosed for years or are diagnosed at the first onset of symptoms, hearing the words “bipolar disorder” can shift your entire sense of self — and change how you relate to the world, ...

At 18 years old I was diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder and a few months later, with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It was shattering. I had just come to terms with my mental health conditions ...

During my time as a bipolar support group facilitator, I began noticing the power of certain words. Over time, it became clear that how someone described their condition often reflected the beliefs ...

If you’ve ever searched for natural ways to support your mood stability, chances are you’ve come across omega-3 fatty acids. Found in fatty fish, flaxseeds, and supplements, these healthy fats are ...

Since people with bipolar disorder spend three times as many days depressed as elated, it is the lows more than the highs that cause people to seek help. When my clients are living with bipolar ...

Getting something stuck in your head — the catchy chorus of a song, a gruesome image from the news — can be annoying for anyone. But annoying can become alarming when intrusive thoughts, worries, or ...

I often feel like I’ve stepped back in time when I get really sick. I think, How could this happen again? I’ve worked so hard to get where I am! I remember saying this to my therapist after I ...