Traveling With Bipolar Disorder: How It Taught Me the Difference Between Freedom and Escape

Traveling With Bipolar Disorder: How It Taught Me the Difference Between Freedom and Escape

I thought my urge to constantly move meant I was adventurous. After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, I started to realize something more complicated ...

By Lyle BuladoJune 1, 2026
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 Bipolar Type II: My Diagnosis Story

Bipolar Type II: My Diagnosis Story

For years, I thought I “just” had depression. Then new symptoms started ....

By Amanda PhillipsMay 26, 2026
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When You Have Bipolar Disorder, Asking for Help Can Be Hard

When You Have Bipolar Disorder, Asking for Help Can Be Hard

Bipolar disorder can feel unpredictable. During periods of mania, you may clean at 3 a.m. or feel full of energy ...

By Emily MendezMay 11, 2026
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How Bipolar Disorder Changes the Way You See Yourself

How Bipolar Disorder Changes the Way You See Yourself

People often ask me what it's like to go from a therapist to a therapy patient living with bipolar. I can see why it's a fascinating twist ....

By Emily MendezApril 20, 2026
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My Favorite Apps, Tools, and Supports for Managing Bipolar Disorder

My Favorite Apps, Tools, and Supports for Managing Bipolar Disorder

When I recommend tools for managing bipolar disorder, I'm speaking from both perspectives: as a former therapist and someone who also lives with bipolar disorder ....

By Emily MendezApril 6, 2026
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How Bipolar Disorder Changed My Relationship With Food

How Bipolar Disorder Changed My Relationship With Food

Back when I was practicing as a therapist, I was always so careful to approach the subject of weight gain or loss gingerly. It can be a sensitive topic for many people ....

By Emily MendezMarch 23, 2026
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