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Finding Balance With Bipolar Depressive Episodes

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Bipolar Depression vs. Major Depressive Disorder

Bipolar depression and major depressive disorder episodes can often look the same. Find out what’s different between the two and how treatments vary.

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Symptoms of Depression in Bipolar Disorder

The major lows you experience with bipolar disorder may look something like this.

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Lifestyle Changes That Can Help

Getting enough sleep, exercising, and managing your stress are some ways you can help ease depression symptoms of bipolar disorder. Learn more tips in this slideshow.

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Breaking the Cycle of Isolation

Isolation is an unhealthy coping mechanism with bipolar, often spotted by an increase in sleep, almost a hibernation, says Germán Antonio Reyes, MD.

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How a Routine Can Help Prevent Episodes

When you live with bipolar disorder, your body’s natural rhythms can be easily thrown off course. Learn how a consistent routine can help manage bipolar depression.

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The Keys to Bipolar Depression Treatment

The agent to healing, says psychiatrist John Wernert, MD, is you. How should you approach medication and therapy with bipolar depression?

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Staying Consistent With Treatment

It’s not easy to stick with your bipolar treatment plan. But it’s important to avoid the low of depression and the high of mania.

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Medications That Target the Lows

Several drugs target the lows of bipolar disorder, including mood stabilizers and antidepressants. Here’s how they work.

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When It May Be More Than Just Sadness

With bipolar disorder, it’s important to know if feelings of sadness are normal or if your medication isn’t working well. Here’s how to tell the difference.

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Stay on Track With Support Groups

Bipolar disorder support groups may help you stay on track with lifestyle changes and medication. Learn what’s out there and how to get involved.

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