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Removing the Stigma of Bipolar Disorder
For people with bipolar disorder, the stigma of mental health issues can be significant, affecting relationships, friendships, and even work life. New medications and a willingness to speak out about this condition may help people with bipolar disorder live better lives as advocates work to break down barriers and create a pattern of -education instead of shame. Celebrities are helping to remove some...
October 22, 2020
Bipolar Disorder: Your Mood's Worst Enemy
Extreme mood swings are the common denominator when it comes to bipolar disorder. A person can shift from manic to depressive, causing seriously risky behavior. Happy to suicidal, changing from high to low, is not a way to live. Another term for this mental illness is manic depression. These mood changes also effect sleep patterns, thinking, and energy levels. The highs and lows are two “poles” of...
February 18, 2019