This article was originally published in Bp Magazine under the title Stability, Bipolar & Coronavirus (COVID-19)
It was the first article I wrote when it became obvious that many of us would be staying at home.
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This is the first time the world has watched a pandemic unfold in real time. For this reason, emotions are high, and uncertainty is raging. What can we do as people affected by bipolar disorder to make sure our BRAINS stay well while the world changes before our eyes?
Let’s Start with the Basics Bipolar Medications.
Write your doctor today and calmly explain that your bipolar often comes with anxiety, and this virus experience is a trigger. For this reason, ask for your regular meds to be [ Read More ]
