Make Sure Your Diagnosis is Correct: Other Illnesses Can Mimic the Symptoms...
As some may have already realized, there are some illnesses, diseases, and disorders that seem to present similar symptoms to bipolar disorder. It is crucial to know whether your diagnosis is the...
View ArticleMaintaining Friendships and Relationships With Bipolar Disorder
Friendships play an important role in a person’s life. It is crucial for humans to have friends as it is extremely beneficial to their overall health and well-being. Friends are definitely a necessity....
View ArticleThe Time Is Now To Talk About Mental Health
I live with bipolar disorder. Some seem shocked or are in disbelief when they find out that I actually live with this condition. I don’t “act” or seem bipolar to them because I don’t portray how...
View ArticleCoping With S.A.D. and Seasonal Depression (Infographic)
Thank you to Madison Tetzlaff for this lovely infographic and suggestion! Seasonal depression affects many worldwide is something that can definitely take a toll on those who live with bipolar...
View ArticleFrom Rock Bottom To College Graduate
It seems like just yesterday I was fighting my parents over going to school. My attendance during high school was far less than satisfactory. Everyday became a war. A war to get out of bed, to...
View ArticleThe Endless Cycle of Bipolar Disorder
I recall noticing a bit of the bipolar cycle first occurring early in my childhood years: I was a sweet, sensitive, young girl who had a few best friends. I spent many hours of my childhood days...
View ArticleThings I Hate About Living With Bipolar Disorder
As many know, bipolar disorder is a complicated and frustrating illness. There are many things that I personally dislike about living with bipolar disorder. It can control or consume me at times. It...
View ArticleWhy You Shouldn’t Fear Dating Someone Who Has A Mental Illness
After writing a blog post on some of the difficulties of being in a relationship with someone who has a mental illness, I thought I should clarify and write about why a person shouldn’t fear being in a...
View ArticleHow to Manage Bipolar Symptoms
By Minnie Daniel Bipolar disorder is a serious brain disorder that causes one to experience changes in energy, activity levels, mood and the capability to perform daily tasks effectively. The symptoms...
View ArticleShare Your Story With Mental Illness On My Blog!
I’m going to be starting something new soon to help erase stigma. I would like to add a section on my site here, http://weatheringthestormbp.com/, that features stories and other’s experiences of...
View ArticleMental Illness Affects People Individually
Those who live with mental illness are not all the same. They are not to be lumped into one group or meant to be labeled. They all have characteristics and diagnoses that are alike, but they don't...
View ArticleA Tribute To Patty Duke
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Patty Duke recently… She was an incredible woman, actress, and was an inspiration to many – especially those within the mental health community. As many...
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