Awareness / Symptoms

The Relationship Between Bipolar Disorder and Substance Abuse

The risk of comorbidity between bipolar disorder and substance abuse is high. Studies have provided a greater understanding of how the two link together.

The Connection Between Fatigue and Bipolar

Bipolar disorder can become even more of a struggle when combined with fatigue-like symptoms. Here are a few ways to fight back against bipolar fatigue.

Seven Warning Signs of an Upcoming Bipolar Depression Episode

An upcoming bipolar depression episode can be hard to recognize. Here are seven bipolar depression warning signs you need to be aware of.

Recognizing the Early Warning Signs of a Manic Episode

It's important to recognize a manic episode in the early stages in order to limit its negative impact. Keep these early mania warning signs in mind.

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.

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.

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.

What It’s Like Dealing With Bipolar Paranoia

"Being paranoid was extremely lonely and I felt totally isolated and detached from others." Fliss shares her experience with bipolar paranoia.