Living with bipolar disorder means facing the pull of hypomania — a state that feels good in the moment but can upend my stability and relationships. Bipolar depression affects my decision-making, ...

I have discussed bipolar with thousands of people over the last 10 years and would estimate that being hypomanic without losing control is the Holy Grail for 75% or 80% of them. Most say their goal is ...

Mania and hypomania are disorders where chemical imbalances in the brain cause an abnormally and persistently elevated mood. While this may sound useful or even enjoyable, in reality, these conditions ...

Last week our preacher spoke about spiritual gifts. She identified a dozen or so. Leadership, evangelism, empathy and faith were at the top of the list--just what you'd expect in a church sermon. She ...

Bipolar disorder is a complicated mental health condition that can go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed for years. Hypomanic episodes, one key aspect of the condition, can be especially tough to pick up on.