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This Viral TikTok Wellness Trend Can Be Great for Self-Care

The "I met my younger self for coffee" trend that is popular on TikTok right now is a great self care exercise for those living with bipolar disorder.

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Quotes From Celebrities With Bipolar Disorder

These 7 celebrities with bipolar disorder have been open about living with the condition. Here’s what they have to say.

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Celebrity Chef Heston Blumenthal Talks About Being Sectioned 

The English chef and restaurateur talks about experiencing hallucinations and suicidal thoughts. He says that being diagnosed with bipolar disorder was the best thing to happen to him.

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The Heartbreaking True Crime Case of Elisa Lam 

Student Elisa Lam was seen behaving abnormally before she was found dead on the roof of the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles. She had been previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder. What role did it play in her death?

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The Basics

Facts about bipolar that everyone should know. Hint: It’s more than just mood swings.

Living With Bipolar

People with bipolar disorder can live relatively normal lives with the right support.

Crisis Support

Resources for those who are struggling.

Explore Treatments

Mental health matters for extreme bipolar behaviors

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Living with bipolar disorder can feel lonely. But we are here to tell you that you aren’t alone.

It’s possible to live a productive and full life with this mental health condition when you have the right information and support.

At Thriving With Bipolar, we share up-to-date, researched information to help you better manage this disorder.

Our founder and editor is Emily Mendez, who is a former psychotherapist and one of the leading experts on mental health. She also lives with bipolar 1.

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