Coping

Coping With Bipolar Noise Sensitivity

Noise sensitivity is when you have a sensitivity to noise that is almost painful and happens during manic or hypomanic episodes. Sammi shares ways to cope.

Bipolar and Stress: Identifying Stress Triggers and How to Cope

For some people, stress can be the number one trigger for bipolar symptoms. It's important to identify these stressors and how to manage them.

Bipolar Self-Care: Self-Help Methods for Depression and Hypomania

Bipolar self-care methods are essential when going through a depressive or hypomanic episode. Read here for strategies to help stabilize your mood.

Managing Suicide Risk When You Have Bipolar Disorder

Suicide risk for people with bipolar disorder is 30 times greater than it is for the average person. Learn how to minimize the risk and how to get help.

Don’t Be Like Joe: Learning to Control Your Anger When You Have Bipolar

When you have bipolar disorder you often discover your anger when it is too late, once the consequences have caught up with you.

Staying Sober Through a Manic Episode

When dealing with bipolar, picking up a drink is only going to make a situation much, much worse. Fliss shares her tips for maintaining sobriety.

Living With a Partner, Friend, or Loved One With Bipolar

Whether you're newly married, living with your partner or just moved in with a friend, living with someone with bipolar presents a challenge.

Getting Through a Bipolar Manic Episode

A bipolar manic episode can have a devastating impact. Learn how to prevent, reduce and cope with mania to better manage your condition.

The Challenges of Being Parents With Bipolar Disorder

There will be times your symptoms make parenting difficult; but, your child still needs parenting. Here are our tips for parents with bipolar disorder.

Bipolar and Loneliness: How to Avoid Isolation

After a hard week we may want to isolate, but many times our recovery hinges on socialization. Learn more about bipolar and loneliness and how to fight it.