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Bipolar illness is a serious disorder and millions of people across the country struggle with it every day. It’s difficult for friends and family members to see someone they love suffering, whether it’s from symptoms depression and/or mania, our gut instinct is to help. Here are ten ways you can help a loved one cope with bipolar illness. Encourage them to participate in social activities. One of the heaviest aspects of bipolar illness is depression. People who are depressed tend to isolate themselves. Help your friend cope by encouraging them to go for coffee with you or maybe go for a walk together. Listen to them without judgment. What your friend needs right now is for someone to listen to them without trying to fix their problem. Sometimes, just having someone to talk to is great therapy on its own! Understand when they need alone time. Sometimes, people with bipolar illness just want to be alone, give them the space they need without judgment but don’t go away entirely....

Everyone has mood swings once in a while. Humans are (generally) emotional creatures and our happiness and sadness are bound to be linked, even slightly, to the events of our daily lives. Mood swings might also be due to hormonal fluctuations, medications, depression, stress, anxiety, lack of sleep, drugs, and alcohol. So, how does one find out if it’s just a “regular” mood swing, or bipolar illness? As a mood swing disorder, bipolar is characterized by highs and lows. There are different signs and symptoms that are linked to bipolar disorder . These include: Elevated mood Lack of concentration Irritability Hyperactivity Risky behavior Euphoria Guilt Loss of interest in everyday activities Rapid speaking and thinking Fatigue Weight gain/weight loss Paranoia Impulsivity These are just a few of the symptoms that are linked to bipolar disorder. If you are suffering from all or some of these symptoms, it’s best to consult your doctor and get tested. This test is psychological and not phys...