Are circadian rhythms the...

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Shared Genetic Signatures Found...

Summary: Researchers have uncovered shared biological mechanisms across major psychiatric disorders by...
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Category: Bipolar disorder

How Much Sleep Should Someone...

Sleep isn’t just a symptom —...

Bipolar Mixed Episodes: Common Triggers...

A firsthand account of the mental,...

How Much Sleep Should Someone With Bipolar Get?

Sleep isn’t just a symptom — it’s a mood regulator. Find out how bipolar disorder impacts sleep and how you can build healthier sleep habits. Most nights, Will J. has no interest in going to bed. He prefers catching up on work, logging a few hours on his flight simulator, or watching late-night TV to crawling under the covers and counting sheep. “Sleeping feels like a waste of time,” admits Will, who is in his early sixties and a software developer in Alberta. “I’d rather be productive, doing things, instead...

How Much Sleep...

Sleep isn’t just a symptom — it’s a mood regulator. Find out how bipolar disorder impacts sleep and how you can build healthier...

Bipolar Mixed Episodes:...

A firsthand account of the mental, emotional, and physical toll of mixed states — and real-life tools for staying grounded. I started a new...

8 Science-Backed Tips...

From walking and puzzles to creative expression and self-care, these strategies can help reduce stress and bring emotional relief. During times of stress, anxiety...

Bipolar Mixed Episodes:...

My mixed episodes feel like agitated depression — restless, racing, and raw. I’ve learned to recognize the signs and hold onto structure to...

Does Psychiatric Medication...

Written May 27, 2011 Updated May 27, 2025 If Van Gogh took psychiatric medication, would Starry Night still exist — or would the world be...

5 Small Lifestyle...

Small lifestyle tweaks can go a long way in supporting mood stability and managing bipolar disorder day to day. Symptoms of bipolar disorder can...