My recovery from manic depression has been an evolution, not a sudden miracle. - PATTY DUKE (1946- ) Overcoming bipolar disorder isn't something that's done in a day, a week, or even a year. It's an ongoing process. Each day, a person with bipolar has to wake up, assess their mood, take their medication, and fight [...]
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Treating bipolar disorder isn't always about medications and therapy, although these are two essential parts of most treatment plans. Proper self care is also an important part of coping with this disease. Bipolar disorder is often accompanied by sleep disturbances. When you're manic, sleep becomes irrelevant and unimportant. You feel as if you have a [...]
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Famous People with Bipolar Disorder Sometimes it's amazing to see a list of just who else has suffered from this disease. Take a look at this comprehensive A-Z listing of bipolar disorder sufferers. You may be surprised at some of the names you see…I know I was!
If you struggle with bipolar disorder, you know what it’s like to wake up and not feel like getting out of bed due to depression. Basic things like washing your face and brushing your teeth can feel like a huge deal, and going to work and being productive feels totally out of reach. Dealing with [...]
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