Mood symptoms such as overspending, hypersexuality, anger attacks, and self-isolation hurt those around us. A simple apology is just the starting point of making things right.
By Robin L. Flanigan
Bipolar illness starts in the gene pool, but factors such as early trauma, limited social support, and how you cope with stress count, too.
By Jennifer Nelson
Psychiatric disorders have high “heritability.” Can you trace bipolar or other mental health conditions in your family tree?
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Why shorter autumn days, the end of Daylight Saving Time, and interrupted sleep can trigger mood symptoms, and how to fight back with a solid daily routine.
By Christine Yu
It’s no secret that sleep and bipolar mood stability go hand-in-hand. Here’s what the experts recommend for balancing your body clock—especially in preparation for Daylight Saving Time.
By Christine Yu
Country musician Jason DeShaw combines his songs and his personal story to bring awareness of mental health challenges to audiences across Big Sky country.
By Stephanie Stephens
Former international fashion model, makeup artist to celebs, author, and advocate—Jacqueline Cioffa has done it all. She reflects on her unconventional journey.
Managing bipolar is much more than doctor and therapy appointments and medications. A comprehensive approach—sleeping soundly, eating nutritiously, and exercising regularly—is critical.
By Stephen Propst
Depression can draw you away from the people and places you love most, sapping your will to do much of anything. Engage! (Even in quarantine.)
By Melody Moezzi
I learned long ago, when you have bipolar, you cannot tell everyone—and, much of the time, you cannot tell anyone. To keep the day going, I mask my struggles with a smile.
By Carin Meyer
Antianxiety medications. Antipsychotics. Antidepressants. Mood stabilizers. Why so many meds? The advantages (and risks) of combining medications in managing a complex mood disorder.
By Melvin G. McInnis, MD, FRCPsych
An insider’s guide to how bipolar spikes and swings differ from everyday, garden-variety moods. Hint: Our episodic turbulence arises from misfires in the brain.
By Brooke Baron
The latest research discoveries, studies, and updates on bipolar disorder and depression that report on new ways to prevent, detect, and treat mental health conditions. People with Bipolar Require Closer Monitoring of Cardiovascular Health in Middle Age January 1, 2022, LONDON, United Kingdom—People with bipolar disorder are more prone to cardiovascular and body composition changes...
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A successful student newly diagnosed with bipolar, I was initially unprepared for the transition to college. Here’s what can help you prepare for this exciting next step. Tips for Transitioning to College Life As an incoming freshman, or first-year college student, I was entirely unprepared for the transition from high school to university life. I...
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It starts with identifying our needs and communicating them clearly, so we can keep our mood stable and enjoy the festivities. We can create a holiday plan that serves us for years to come, starting now. Let’s focus on what we need and how we want to feel during every holiday season. It’s possible to...
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Former performance poet Bassey Ikpi is tired of retelling her story about dark times and struggles with bipolar depression. She wants you to know that it’s worth putting in the work to get healthy and stay there. Performer & Activist In the world of Google searches, Bassey Ikpi has two major claims to fame. The...
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Nice, this issue is great.
This issue looks great! I can’t wait until it gets here — I’ll be waiting by the mailbox!