1. Seek professional help.
If you’re not receiving any treatment for bipolar disorder, contact a practitioner. Medication is crucial for managing bipolar disorder. As psychologist John Preston, PsyD, has noted: “Bipolar disorder is probably the main psychiatric disorder where medication is absolutely essential. I’ve had people ask me if there’s any way to do this without medicine. [My answer is] absolutely not.”
Psychotherapy also is important for better understanding your symptoms and learning effective skills. Learn more in this article on the four keys to treating bipolar disorder.