I share my story because I want others to know they’re not alone — and because I’ve learned lessons I wish I’d known sooner. These are the regrets that shaped my recovery, and I offer them in the hope ...

Living with bipolar disorder already feels like a demanding job, requiring constant attention and effort to manage symptoms effectively. Yet when a neurological disease like migraine enters the ...

Cass M. has always been in love with sleep. “I can easily snooze until 11 a.m. or noon,” says the Virginia woman. “I’m always ready for a nap.” Unfortunately, waking up for school or work has always ...

Learn how to treat bipolar mixed states, where overlapping symptoms, risk factors, and side effects require a careful, individualized plan.

New bipolar disorder research highlights a wearable lithium sensor, how mood stabilizers affect thinking, and fathers’ ...

If you have a psychiatrist on your bipolar disorder treatment team, ask yourself this: Are you getting the most out of your relationship? Do you come prepared for your appointments with solid ...

While reading an article about bipolar disorder and hypersexuality, a woman from Vancouver, British Columbia, was surprised to discover that it had been written by her very own psychiatrist. In all ...

“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 ...

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 ...

We’re excited to launch a new regular column by leading psychiatrist Jim Phelps, MD, whose pioneering work has helped shape how we understand mood experiences on a spectrum. In each column, Dr. Phelps ...

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 ...

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 ...