Bipolar depression and major depressive disorder episodes can often look the same. Find out what’s different between the two and how treatments vary.
The major lows you experience with bipolar disorder may look something like this.
Getting enough sleep, exercising, and managing your stress are some ways you can help ease depression symptoms of bipolar disorder. Learn more tips in this slideshow.
Isolation is an unhealthy coping mechanism with bipolar, often spotted by an increase in sleep, almost a hibernation, says Germán Antonio Reyes, MD.
When you live with bipolar disorder, your body’s natural rhythms can be easily thrown off course. Learn how a consistent routine can help manage bipolar depression.
The agent to healing, says psychiatrist John Wernert, MD, is you. How should you approach medication and therapy with bipolar depression?
It’s not easy to stick with your bipolar treatment plan. But it’s important to avoid the low of depression and the high of mania.
Several drugs target the lows of bipolar disorder, including mood stabilizers and antidepressants. Here’s how they work.
With bipolar disorder, it’s important to know if feelings of sadness are normal or if your medication isn’t working well. Here’s how to tell the difference.
Bipolar disorder support groups may help you stay on track with lifestyle changes and medication. Learn what’s out there and how to get involved.
