Outward stability doesn’t erase inner turmoil. Let’s rethink how we talk about functioning and bipolar disorder. I’ve lived with bipolar disorder since 1981 — right around the time “manic depression” ...

Hawaiʻi communities are often described as resilient and strong. However, resilience should not require silent suffering or prolonged distress. Recognizing anxiety and its relationship to substance ...

In a world that breezes by at the speed of a lightning-fast Wi-Fi connection, nuances often blur, and complexities can either be celebrated or overlooked. High-functioning personality disorders are ...

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects individuals' social communication and interaction skills, as well as their behavior and interests. ASD is characterized by ...

What's in a label? Everything, advocacy groups say. May 25, 2011— -- Eileen Parker was 41 years old when she discovered her quirky, misunderstood behavior had a name: Asperger's. The syndrome, ...

They’re polished, articulate, and often the most competent person in the room. But beneath the surface, people with high-functioning personality disorders—especially those with “quiet” or internalized ...