Although medication is the primary treatment for bipolar disorder, adding specific vitamins or supplements might provide additional relief from symptoms. Here’s what the research shows. Navigating ...

Often, co-occurring (or coexisting) psychiatric conditions — like obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) — go hand in hand with bipolar disorder.

Tardive dyskinesia is a drug-induced neurological disorder characterized by involuntary movements of the face and body. The condition develops as a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotics and ...

Self-management empowers you to take control of bipolar symptoms by improving unhelpful thought patterns, refining lifestyle habits, and taking steps to stabilize your mood. From psychiatrists and ...

Making big lifestyle changes is tough with bipolar, but small, incremental habits are helping me take small, meaningful steps. Over the years, I have made all the resolutions: Lose weight, quit coffee ...

Over the years, I have made all the resolutions: Lose weight, quit coffee, quit social media, post on social media daily and become an Instagram maven, become a Martha-Stewart-level housekeeper, write ...

“Would you like a piece of cake?” a coworker asked as she thrust a chocolate square dripping with frosting at me. My response of “No, thank you” was met with a quizzical look. Being able to “Just Say ...

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 ...

New science and research reveal how daily physical exercise can create a positive impact on your brain function, mood, and overall mental health. “Exercise” has become a dreaded word to many. It ...

Mood stability is possible with bipolar. Sometimes, it takes a bit of trial and error; other times, it may require a new way of thinking. Here are some of the most common reasons for inconsistency ...

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 ...

I have found that stress at work manifests in numerous ways, including physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms. It took me a while to accept, but there is a definite link between the symptoms of ...