I’ve lived with bipolar disorder for so long that I sometimes forget I have a mental illness. I have a successful job, a loving relationship, and a seemingly fully functioning “normal” life. And while ...

I’ve noticed that, in general, our attitude about — and understanding of — romantic relationships is quite different from our beliefs and expectations surrounding friendships. For instance, we find it ...

Our award-winning bpHope Blog is a collection of posts written with heartfelt honesty by a group of bloggers from around the world, with each providing their own unique perspectives on living with ...

The world of creativity often shines a light on the vibrant yet challenging lives of artists, illustrating the deep connection between creativity and mental health. With their public platforms, ...

Bipolar disorder can affect not only the person with the diagnosis, but also those who provide care and love. While the demands of caregiving are often not easy, know that a caregiver’s support and ...

Living with bipolar means feeling emotions deeply, but I’ve found ways to stay grounded when frustration takes over. I’ve lived with bipolar disorder for so long that I sometimes forget I have a ...

It’s hard for me to ask for help — so hard that it almost never happens. Or, at least, not until it’s too late and I’m seething with bipolar anger or completely overwhelmed by exhaustion. Usually, my ...

Whoever coined the phrase “man’s best friend” was on to something. Dogs — and cats and birds and other critters — have well-documented properties for boosting our well-being. For those living with ...

Bipolar disorder and self-care go hand in hand. Prioritizing your well-being isn’t self-indulgent — it’s essential for stability and health. I have learned many “dos and don’ts” for living with this ...

Living with bipolar disorder can mean experiencing everything from intense emotional highs and lows to challenges with energy, focus, and more. Understanding your symptoms is essential to managing ...

“I’m the PhD down the hall whose memory fails during critical discussions at the office,” says Debra. In her early sixties, Debra is a behavioral scientist with the Centers for Disease Control and ...

Mania may feel good in the moment, but afterward, it can leave you feeling full of regret. Romanticizing mania is never a good thing. Mania, in my opinion, has the ...