Famous People with Bipolar Disorder
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Trivia time
Bipolar Disorder Today
Famous people from all walks of life struggle with bipolar disorder. Do you know who they are? Test yourself and your friends.
Recognize these faces?
You Tube
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.
Princess Leia's struggle
Psychology Today
Consistent and appropriate treatment is crucial for bipolar disorder. In this interview, Star Wars' Carrie Fischer addresses this issue.
Genius and bipolar: related?
Science Daily
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.
Maybe it's a gift?
Record Online
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.
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.
When famous people speak up
New York Magazine
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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The funny side of bipolar
McMan Web
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.
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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Patty "Dukes" it out with bipolar
Everyday Health
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.

