Sound sleep in our busy society can be an elusive dream with profound implications for the way we live. Startling statistics gathered over the past decade show that Americans are sleeping less than ...

Finding the care you need for bipolar disorder can feel daunting. For many, the journey is filled with long wait times, high costs, and a frustrating lack of specialists. If you or a loved one is ...

Experiencing a panic attack for the first time is one of the most terrifying experiences of one’s life. It feels like you’re going to die. It’s all but impossible to breathe. There are chest pain and ...

Recognizing if an individual has ADHD or bipolar disorder is a vital first step, as treatments beneficial for one might be counterproductive for the other. Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder ...

It took me a long time to figure out what it feels like to be well. I’ve certainly had periods of wellness since I was diagnosed in 1995, but I wouldn’t call them long-lasting. These moments were like ...

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 ...

When bipolar depression makes everything feel impossible, here’s how I use positive reframing to move forward.

Exploring the upsides of their bipolar diagnosis has helped many people turn their uniqueness into pillars of personal development and resilience in their everyday lives. In the 20 years since she was ...

Bipolar disorder is a complex human condition that may be characterized as a disorder of energy with two or more distinctive states: Mania is experienced as pathologically elevated energy, resulting ...

Each of us must decide for ourselves what a successful life looks like, depending on our goals, values, and individual circumstances. Coping with common life stressors can prove difficult, and ...

Managing bipolar disorder isn’t just about medication or therapy — it’s also about the small daily habits that help you feel more balanced and in control. The choices you make every day, from how you ...