How to Start a Conversation About Mental Health

Sometimes it feels like your emotions rule your entire life. You’ll go from debilitating depression that makes getting out of bed a challenge to boundless energy that you can barely contain.  Learning how to deal with bipolar disorder isn’t easy, but it’s doable. By staying on top of your symptoms, recognizing your triggers, and having…

Living with bipolar disorder can feel like you’re constantly on high alert. You’re always wondering what’s going to cause an episode and what you can do to prevent it.  Your bipolar triggers are unique to you, but common examples include changes in sleep, periods of high stress, interpersonal conflict, and more. You can’t always avoid…

Living with bipolar disorder can make it feel like you never get a break from big emotions. Alcohol and its numbing effect provide temporary relief, but your relationship with it can quickly become toxic.   Bipolar disorder and alcohol use disorder (AUD) are certainly interconnected. It’s widely believed that people with bipolar disorder use alcohol as…