June 2025

At Beyond Bipolar, we believe mental health awareness should be a constant priority, for everyone, every month, and sometimes every second. But this month, we focus on men. It might sound like a stereotype, but many men grow up being told they have to be tough, proud, and self-reliant. Because of that, they are often […]

I want to share two areas of my life that continue to bring me both stress and growth. These challenges remind me of something I learned long ago: I live with mental health conditions, and I needed treatment to get well. At one point, I knew I couldn’t keep struggling the way I was. I

Establishing a routine for a child with mental health challenges is not just about creating a checklist or keeping a strict schedule; it’s about creating an environment that fosters emotional safety, confidence, and predictability. For many children dealing with mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, or other mental health conditions, the world can often feel chaotic or

Hi, my name is Grayson, and I’m 12 years old. My life is pretty good, even though sometimes my mood changes fast. It can make some days hard. I have something called bipolar disorder. Some people call it a disability, but I like to think of it as my superpower. It makes me feel very

As my journey begins another day, I remind myself that it all starts with taking care of me. Sometimes, that’s the hardest part. When you’re surrounded by people, even loved ones, it can be difficult to prioritize your own well-being. But I’ve learned that I must separate my emotions from the noise around me and

This Father’s Day will be the second one without my dad. In February 2024, he passed away after a shocking and swift battle with cancer. It was less than three weeks from the time he started showing symptoms to the moment he was gone. Everything happened so quickly, it felt surreal. More than a year

If you’re the parent of a child with a mental health or mood disorder, you’ve probably asked yourself: How do I handle it when my child becomes elevated, unresponsive, or completely out of control? There’s no simple answer, no one-size-fits-all approach. There are countless combinations of triggers and circumstances that can push a child to