Awareness

Coping With Distraction and Lack of Concentration

Cognitive symptoms can be as debilitating as mood symptoms, but they don't receive enough attention. Fliss shares her thoughts on bipolar and concentration.

Can Hypersexuality Be Related to Bipolar Disorder?

Is hypersexuality a symptom of bipolar? For many with bipolar disorder, they find their sexuality and sexual activity increases during a manic episode.

Three Tips for Sleeping Well With Bipolar

Bipolar and sleep might seem like they're mutually exclusive sometimes, but they don't have to be. Consider these tips for sleeping well.

Can Genetic Testing Help With a Bipolar Diagnosis?

Genetic testing is becoming popular to help identify risk factors of various chronic conditions, like bipolar. Learn more about bipolar and genetic testing.

What Are the Warning Signs of a Bipolar Episode?

Becoming aware of bipolar episode warning signs allows you to seek treatment early, reduce the length of the episode and prevent future relapses.

The Importance of Understanding What Bipolar Is

Understanding bipolar begins with answering questions like what is bipolar? How do you explain bipolar to others? How can you understand it better?

Everything You Need to Know About Bipolar Depression

Bipolar depression is caused by a depletion of serotonin, dopamine, and other important neurotransmitters in the brain that affect mood.

Bipolar Hypomania: Understanding This Dangerous State

Bipolar hypomania is a dangerous state to live in, indicating instability and potentially a transition towards mania or depression.

What’s the Difference Between Manic Depression and Bipolar?

Bipolar and manic depression are used interchangeably at times, but in reality, manic depression is a completely outdated term.

Recognizing the Symptoms of Bipolar for Proper Treatment

The symptoms of bipolar depend on the type of bipolar disorder a person has. Here are some bipolar symptoms to be aware of in yourself or a loved one.