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Participating in a faith community could give you a boost when you need it and buffer you against difficulties, even life-threatening ones. A strong commitment to spirituality may help people withbipolar disorder cope and build a foundation of greater self-worth. … Continue reading →

New mothers with bipolar disorder are more likely to have PPD, and bipolar disorder may be more likely to be misdiagnosed as PPD after giving birth. About one in 10 new mothers experiences a serious mood disorder known aspostpartum depression, … Continue reading →

Whether they’re trained to help with specific issues or are just lovable family members, pets and service animals can ease bipolar symptoms and help patients feel better. People struggling with bipolar disorder might be able to find four-legged solace from … Continue reading →

Paranoia — a belief that people are following you or talking about you — is a symptom of psychosis in bipolar disorder that can be managed medically and with other strategies. One of the symptoms of psychosis in bipolar disorder … Continue reading →

Even trained professionals may find it difficult to distinguish between these two conditions, since the differences are subtle. Delusions of grandeur, a heightened sense of your own abilities or accomplishments, unrealistic fantasies of power or success: If you are plagued … Continue reading →

Memory loss caused by bipolar disorder is a common complaint among bipolar patients. Here’s some advice for coping with this frustrating bipolar symptom. People with bipolar disorder often report problems with memory and cognition. They have trouble with short- and … Continue reading →