Author Archives: JmaC

Bipolar disorder is one of the most difficult illnesses to treat because by addressing the depression part of the illness, you can inadvertently trigger mania or hypomania. Even in Bipolar II, where the hypomania is less destabilizing than the often-psychotic … Continue reading →

For people with bipolar, dating means taking it slow, minimizing anxiety, and putting yourself first. For people with bipolar disorder, piloting the unpredictable waters of dating can mean much more anxiety than normal. Here, five adults with bipolar disorder talk … Continue reading →

When you have created an agenda for yourself, are you easily frustrated by people who evidently have no deadlines to meet and are enjoying a perpetual shortage of things needing to be done and, worse, who manage to inadvertently hinder … Continue reading →

Everyone feels anxious from time to time. Stressful situations such as meeting tight deadlines or important social obligations often make us nervous or fearful. Experiencing mild anxiety may help a person become more alert and focused on facing challenging or … Continue reading →

Most people with anxiety disorders can experience great improvements with professional care. There are a number of treatment approaches for anxiety disorders. The type of treatment you receive will depend on your symptoms and type of anxiety disorder. Not every … Continue reading →