Tag archive: self-management
My unique bipolar fingerprint: On measuring my quality of life
By Victoria Maxwell Prior to being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder 1, I saw a registered clinical counselor. I was very depressed, anxious and struggled daily with disordered eating (binge eating disorder with compulsive exercise it would be called now). I worked with this therapist for over two years. I liked her. I think she liked…
Reflections on internalized stigma in individuals with bipolar disorder
People managing well with bipolar disorder can provide valuable insights about successes in living with bipolar disorder that are often missed in traditional research. In this paper, the authors unearth and explore the unique experiences and views of these individuals regarding internalized stigma. Read more…
Writing & Bipolar: The Power of the Page
In this BP Hope article, journalist Chris Swingle interviews Dr. Erin Michalak to explore the benefits of channeling reflections and emotions through the pen (or keyboard) as a self-management strategy to improve our mental health. More specifically, they discuss CREST.BD research that demonstrates how the practice of reflective writing has been used as a strategy by those…
Implications for Psychiatric Care of the Word ‘Recovery’ in People with Bipolar Disorder
For most people with bipolar disorder, personal recovery is more often considered to include finding ways to live a meaningful life, despite the restrictions and problems of bipolar disorder…
Bipolar disorder: An update for psychologists
In this article Greg Murray explores the growing impact of psychological perspectives on bipolar disorder.
Self-Management Strategies Used by ‘High Functioning’ Individuals with Bipolar Disorder: From Research to Clinical Practice
In this study, CREST.BD members interviewed a Canadian sample of 32 high functioning people living with bipolar disorder to explore the self-management strategies that these people used to stay well or regain their wellness.
‘It’s something that I manage but it is not who I am’: reflections on internalized stigma in individuals with bipolar disorder
This paper presents findings from a CREST.BD qualitative study of self-management strategies used by Canadian individuals living with bipolar disorder who were managing well.
Listening to clients: Self-management strategies to stay well with bipolar disorder
A recent article by Sandra Hale in the magazine, Occupational Therapy Now, discusses the self-management techniques used by people who are living with BD to acheive and maintain wellness.
Self-management techniques for bipolar disorder in a sample of New Zealand Chinese
An article produced by team members Samson Tse and Erin Michalak, explores self-management strategies for bipolar disorder in a Chinese population.
What works for people with bipolar disorder? Tips from the experts
This first publication from CREST.BD’s Wellness Study focuses on the self-management strategies described by people who are living well with their bipolar disorder.