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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Living with bipolar disorder can feel overwhelming and all-encompassing, but I’m here to tell you that hope is real: it’s treatable, and recovery through remission is achievable. I know this not only ...
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 ...
“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 ...
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