Tardive dyskinesia is a drug-induced neurological disorder characterized by involuntary movements of the face and body. The condition develops as a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotics and ...

Our award-winning bpHope Blog is a collection of posts written with heartfelt honesty by a group of bloggers from around the world, with each providing their own unique perspectives on living with ...

Whoever coined the phrase “man’s best friend” was on to something. Dogs — and cats and birds and other critters — have well-documented properties for boosting our well-being. For those living with ...

New science and research reveal how daily physical exercise can create a positive impact on your brain function, mood, and overall mental health. “Exercise” has ...

Living with bipolar disorder can mean experiencing everything from intense emotional highs and lows to challenges with energy, focus, and more. Understanding your symptoms is essential to managing ...

Several elements must be present to diagnose a manic episode. First, there must be a distinct period during which there are marked changes in mood—abnormally elevated (on top of the world), expansive ...

New science and research reveal how daily physical exercise can create a positive impact on your brain function, mood, and overall mental health. “Exercise” has become a dreaded word to many. It ...

Reading memoirs and nonfiction about bipolar disorder helps connect with those living with this brain-based condition, whether you have it or love someone who does. When it comes to bipolar disorder, ...

Journaling about our feelings releases emotions, which allows for perspective and helps us to better manage our bipolar mood episodes. Whenever James M. feels stressed, he logs onto his computer and ...

Mood stability is possible with bipolar. Sometimes, it takes a bit of trial and error; other times, it may require a new way of thinking. Here are some of the most common reasons for inconsistency ...

Rebuilding my confidence and nurturing self-worth helps me manage my bipolar disorder symptoms, even through more extreme mood swings. How we feel about and envision ourselves — especially when our ...