People living with bipolar disorder face stigma and treatment challenges. Despite these barriers, it’s possible to live a full and productive life with the condition. Four people share their stories.

Bipolar episodes can occur at random, but they're often associated with specific circumstances. By identifying these thoughts, feelings, and events, you can learn to better manage situations that are ...

Bipolar disorder is a long-term mood disorder characterized by major fluctuations in mood — both high and low — that can impact daily functioning and behavior. Although bipolar disorder is a chronic ...

Find out how experts distinguish between normal mood swings and bipolar disorder, when you should seek help, and tips for ...

Doctors have observed and treated bipolar disorder for thousands of years. Known throughout history by many names, like depression, mania, manic-depressive illness, or psychosis, the disorder is ...

LOS ANGELES — Mood episodes in patients with bipolar disorder (BD) that occur more frequently or severely during specific seasons — known as seasonality patterns — are associated with treatment ...

Bipolar anger can take a toll on your relationships and well-being, but with the right tools and support, you can safely ...

One day you’re full of energy, talking fast, doing everything at once. The next, you can barely get out of bed. That’s the version of bipolar disorder most people picture. But it’s not the reality for ...

Psychosis is an experience marked by changes in how information is integrated. While the hallmarks of psychosis include qualities like hallucinations and unusual beliefs, the pathways to psychosis may ...

This transcript has been edited for clarity. For more episodes, download the Medscape app or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast provider. Trisha Suppes, MD, ...