It can be upsetting, stressful, and downright incomprehensible when someone with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder denies the mental health condition and refuses treatment. You may find yourself ...

Guilt and regret can linger after a mood episode. Making amends without getting stuck in shame can help you move forward with self-compassion. Key Takeaways Ann R. knows that, even on her best days, ...

Beyond his world titles, the boxing icon opens up about the everyday habits that help him manage his moods. Key Takeaways If you’re a boxing fan, you know Tyson Fury, aka “The Gypsy King,” a former ...

Anxiety and daily stress can make anyone impatient, but in bipolar disorder, irritability is often more than a reaction to everyday frustration. A sudden or unusual increase in irritability can be ...

Finding the care you need for bipolar disorder can feel daunting. For many, the journey is filled with long wait times, high costs, and a frustrating lack of specialists. If you or a loved one is ...

While anger isn’t an “officially recognized” symptom of bipolar disorder, irritability—which is common with dramatic mood shifts—can lead to angry outbursts and explosions with devastating effects.

New studies spotlight a sweat-based lithium monitor, how mood stabilizers affect thinking, and first-of-its-kind research on perinatal mood in fathers living with bipolar. Lithium sensor photo credit: ...

Mood shifts come with the territory of bipolar disorder. But sometimes, you can sense them before they fully arrive. Whether it’s an upswing into mania or a downturn into depression — which can show ...

When we talk about bipolar disorder, the focus often lands on the highs of mania and hypomania or the lows of depression. But if you — or a loved one — live with bipolar disorder, you may also notice ...

Bipolar depression has affected every part of my life. During my most severe episodes, I struggled to get through even the most basic parts of the day. I also experienced a complete loss of meaning ...

When bipolar disorder includes psychosis, your thoughts and perceptions may not match reality. You might hear voices, see things that aren’t there, or believe something untrue with conviction. These ...

“I think I should have no other mortal wants, if I could always have plenty of music. It seems to infuse strength into my limbs and ideas into my brain. Life seems to go on without effort, when I am ...