Famous People with Bipolar Disorder

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Famous people from all walks of life struggle with bipolar disorder. Do you know who they are? Test yourself and your friends.

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Famous people throughout history have struggled with bipolar disorder. Watch this video montage featuring some actors, politicians, writers and musicians you probably recognize and remember you’re not alone.

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Consistent and appropriate treatment is crucial for bipolar disorder. In this interview, Star Wars' Carrie Fischer addresses this issue.

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With all the famous writers, painters and musicians who have bipolar disorder, you can't help but wonder if there's a connection. Stanford researchers looked into it, and surprise--they found a link! Learn more here.

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Maybe it's a gift?

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Not everyone thinks of their bipolar as a disorder. One famous man with bipolar discusses his views about bipolar and how it’s a gift.

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Researcher Kay Redfield Jamison is passionate about bipolar, as she, too, struggles with the disorder. Her books made her famous; now listen to her words.

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Margot Kidder played Superman's love interest Lois Lane while struggling with bipolar disorder. Here she talks about her natural treatment regiment and how it helped her overcome debilitating symptoms.

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What can you learn from other people’s struggle with bipolar disorder? How to cope and survive. Read more, and remember you’re not alone.

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If you've ever watched comedians Robin Williams and Jim Carrey run around maniacally, you may have wondered if they suffer from bipolar disorder. Well, you're not alone in your wondering--check out this article.

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Thanks to help from famous folks struggling with bipolar disorder, the word is out. Learn more about what the disorder is and how it is diagnosed.

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Actress Patty Duke discusses what treatment programs she has chosen to treat her bipolar disorder. Her treatment might work for you as well, but remember to talk to your doctor.

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