How can I help myself if I have bipolar disorder?

It may be very hard to take that first step to help yourself. It may take time, but you can get better with treatment.

To help yourself:

Talk to your doctor about treatment options and progress
Keep a regular routine, such as eating meals at the same time every day and going to sleep at the same time every night
Try to get enough sleep
Stay on your medication
Learn about warning signs signaling a shift into depression or mania
Expect your symptoms to improve gradually, not immediately.

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