It's common for teenagers go through emotional ups and downs and do things that don't seem rational. Learn the two hallmark ...

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I think it’s a very common belief that people who have bipolar disorder are constantly going up and down, riding the rails between mania and depression like they’re on a rollercoaster that never stops ...

A bipolar diagnosis can feel overwhelming — but it also opens the door to understanding, treatment, and support. Here’s what experts say to keep in mind. A diagnosis of bipolar disorder often brings a ...

Lindsay Modglin is a nurse and professional writer who regularly writes about complex medical topics, as well as travel and the great outdoors. She holds a professional certificate in scientific ...

Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition in which some individuals experience alternating periods of high energy levels and extremely low mood. People with bipolar disorder may find the ...

Hypersexuality during manic or hypomanic episodes can put relationships, health, and safety at risk. Because it can lead to impulsive choices, it tends to get a lot of attention. But there’s a quieter ...

The rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has a history of commenting on mental illness through his art. On a 2018 album cover, West included a telling quote: “I hate being Bi-Polar it’s awesome.” ...

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In this op-ed, Devi Jags explores how she relates to Selena Gomez in her new documentary, and what being diagnosed with bipolar disorder means for her. My senior year of high school was filled with ...

LOOKING around her living room one day, Rosanna Cronin realised she was surrounded by unopened boxes of toys piled everywhere. Alongside the clutter was something more frightening: debt – ...