Bipolar I disorder looks different in Black families and that matters
Misdiagnosis is common, symptoms present differently, and cultural context changes everything about how Black families experience bipolar I disorder. Bipolar I disorder is not a single experience. It shifts depending on the person, the environment and the cultural context in which symptoms first appear, and for many Black patients, what shows […]
Understanding suicide risk among teens who have bipolar disorder
New research points to brain structure, community conditions, and racial gaps in care as key drivers of adolescent suicide. Adolescent suicide has become one of the most pressing public health concerns in the United States. It now ranks as the second leading cause of death among young people, and the numbers […]
Kehlani’s journey living with 2 mental disorders
R&B singer Kehlani has long been celebrated for an openness that resonates deeply with fans who see their own experiences reflected in her music. Now, the Crash singer is extending that vulnerability beyond the stage, speaking candidly in a recent Vibe interview about navigating life with two distinct mental health diagnoses bipolar disorder and borderline […]
Bipolar triggers and how to powerfully manage them
If you or someone you love has bipolar disorder, understanding what sets off mood episodes can be one of the most empowering things you do. Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition marked by dramatic shifts in mood from the deep lows of depression to the elevated, sometimes erratic highs of mania or hypomania. While […]