This post is Part 4 of a five-part series that tells of my successful service, mental health crisis, and recovery. The purpose is to raise understanding, build hope, and help abolish the stigma. Part ...

Missteps with diagnosis, care, and self-acceptance of bipolar disorder turned into the insights that guide my wellness today. I share my story because I want others to know they’re not alone — and ...

“How come it’s taken me until my 57th year of life to discover that I have bipolar?” asks Heston Blumenthal, in the sobering new BBC Two documentary Heston: My Life with Bipolar. The chef – whose ...

From occasional to none at all, people living with bipolar disorder opened up about how drinking affects their mood and daily life. Deciding whether alcohol fits into your life can feel especially ...

People living with bipolar disorder face stigma and treatment challenges. Despite these barriers, it’s possible to live a full and productive life with the condition. Four people share their stories.

Wanjiku Gacheru, aka LG Shiks, a travel curator, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2017. Since then, her life has been a rollercoaster of challenges. She shared her story with SILAS NYAMWEYA.

I thought I was the helper, not the one who needed help. As a mental health professional, I’ve given many difficult diagnoses to clients. I never expected one of those diagnoses to hit so close to ...

Today, Breakthrough Discoveries for thriving with Bipolar Disorder (BD²) announced four new national institutions to receive $2.3 million each to join the BD² Integrated Network, a collaborative ...