Bipolar disorder can be one of the most devastating mental illnesses, ruining personal lives and relationships. Find symptoms, treatment, and help below.

Oct 6, 2010 - John Fixmer

Understanding how the bipolar child reacts to different emotional triggers can better help the adult to anticipate and counter the behavior.

Mar 23, 2009 - Terry Zeigler

Who doesn't deal with a bad mood every so often, but is that bad mood a sign of depression or even bipolar disorder?

Mar 9, 2011 - Deanna Myers

Depression is one of the most common illnesses in modern society but it needn't be a crippling one. It can be both understood and managed.

Jun 23, 2010 - Jay Longley

Manic Depression is a mood disorder that is characterized by a period of depression followed by an episode of manic behavior. It's also termed Bipolar Disorder.

Mar 26, 2009 - Kathy Schlossmacher

Identifying and understanding this common mental illness is the first step on the way to recovery.

Sep 28, 2010 - John Fixmer

Dr Melvyn Lurie provides the reader with an essential question and answer guide to understanding depression and explores various treatments and helpful lifestyle changes

Mar 7, 2010 - Kate Le Page

Understanding depression risks and rates requires an awareness of national statistics. See how the mental disorder affects the suicide rate, teenagers and other groups.

Sep 4, 2009 - Michael McGrath

This article offers an overview of reverse seasonal affective disorder, the rare summer form of SAD that can significantly impact on the lives of sufferers.

Mar 17, 2008 - Barbara Melville

When depression grabs you by the throat, nothing interests you. Just getting through the day is exhausting, and the hopeless feelings overwhelm you.

Oct 13, 2010 - Diane Evans

Most people who have bipolar disorder suffer both with episodes of mania and episodes of depression. Here are some of the symptoms of bipolar depression.

Mar 14, 2008 - Tami Port

Doubting Thomases: The saddest truth about this illness is that most people don't believe it exists. You can't convince them you're dying until you're dead.

Apr 28, 2007 - Juliette Riitters

Bipolar disorder is when one experiences extreme, uncontrollable mood swings also know as manic episodes. Early diagnosis is essential.

Apr 10, 2009 - Renee Ruby

Bipolar disorder creates extreme emotions that lead to long periods of happiness or emptiness depending on where on the vicious cycle you find yourself.

Apr 24, 2011 - Daphne Matthews

Medication and therapy are important parts of treatment for bipolar disorder. Taking personal repsonsibility and finding coping strategies are just as important.

Dec 28, 2007 - Eileen Bailey

Are you dating an unpredictable, but exciting man? Signs and tips for dating a man with bipolar disorder.

Feb 17, 2011 - Iva Paneva

Take an online bipolar test and find out if you're really experiencing bipolar disorder symptoms. A bipolar test is a free helpful self-assessment tool.

Dec 10, 2010 - Matt Goetz

Bipolar I, Bipolar II, and Cyclothymic Disorder are three different types of Bipolar Disorder. Understanding the nature of these diagnoses can help people cope better.

Apr 21, 2009 - Lisa C. DeLuca

Everybody has mood swings but what if those mood swings are extreme and abrupt? Could it be bipolar disorder?

Nov 5, 2009 - Tamara Frank

What is Bipolar? What are the symptoms?What are the four categories?How can Bipolar be treated? Important answers for your important questions.

Dec 28, 2010 - patricia bass