How to Enlighten & Educate Others about Bipolar

By Stephen Propst Stigma may be a formidable force, but you and I can and MUST work together to confront it, challenge it, and one day eradicate it! Don’t Let the Stigma of Bipolar Disorder Stop You I’ve battled with stigma for more than 30 years. It’s cost me relationships, jobs, and other opportunities. I know […]

Bipolar & Stigma: A Problematic Paradox

By Stephen Propst Despite advances, diagnosis and treatment of bipolar still has a long way to go before capable, customized, compassionate care is the norm. Today we have more reliable medications, with fewer side effects, than ever before. People with mental health issues can choose from every imaginable form of therapy, from interpersonal to cognitive […]

Getting a Grip & ‘Reining In’ Bipolar

By Stephen Propst Family, friends, peers, and professionals all play pivotal roles in helping you. Ultimately, who’s the best qualified to be responsible for your welfare? You! Those of us living with a mood disorder confront a condition we did not choose. Though we may sometimes feel like it’s not in our control, we don’t have […]

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