If you have bipolar disorder, it's important to be clear-eyed about what the disease is and how it affects you. Learn how to separate fact from fiction for an illness that's often shrouded in myth.

Myths and stereotypes about bipolar disorder abound, and they can make living with the condition even harder for the people who have it and their loved ones. ... Myth 6: Mania Increases Productivity.

Myth #2: Mania Means You Feel Really Happy. Fact: Mania is more than heightened happiness. It’s an extreme state of elevated energy and erratic behavior. During manic episodes, ...

Myth 3: You Can't Live a Good Life With Bipolar Disorder The pain of bipolar depression and the damage done by mania are real. Yet, many living with bipolar live happy and productive lives.

There are myriad misconceptions about bipolar disorder and the people who live with the condition. We asked our community about the biggest myths they’ve encountered. Living with bipolar disorder ...