Recognizing sleep disruptions as early warning signs of bipolar episodes can help you stay proactive, adjust treatments, and maintain mood stability.
Lying awake in my bed at night with my head spinning out of control is something I used to think was typical. I had labeled myself a person who had difficulty sleeping, and who probably always would. It was a very frustrating and hopeless feeling.
Now, years later, I recognize that my sleep issues are a red flag that my bipolar symptoms are becoming problematic. My psychiatrist has even...
Recognizing sleep disruptions as early warning signs of bipolar episodes can help you stay proactive, adjust treatments, and maintain mood stability.
Lying awake in...
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