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 | Noteworthy Bipolars  [13+] These bipolars are more commonly known for their positive contributions to society.  |
| (3.5)  Hello, a Sunflower in Texas! Happy WdC Anniversary from "Anniversary Reviews" !  Overall Impression:This is a nice introduction to the world of Bipolar Disorder, indicating it's not as "uncommon" as people make it out to be. Title and Description: These are both fine. Content and Flow:As someone with significant bipolar disorder and its corresponding challenges, I empathize with your situation. Our approaches are different to whether or not we disclose, but I understand your stance. For me, I present it as a medical condition requiring treatment. If I had diabetes, I'd take insulin. Stigma comes with conditions like that, too - you should eat less, it's your own fault, etc. People will make judgements about me whether I tell them or not; if my behaviour is erratic, they'll simply make guesses. What I've found over the years is that people's attitudes have shifted quite a bit. Younger generations have had no problem with the information, as they are much more in tune with mental health concerns and mental wellness. I appreciate you saying that stories of high success aren't the norm, however, fame and fortune aren't the norm for anybody, regardless of mental health conditions. There are plenty of everyday regular bipolar Joes and Janes making positive contributions to society, and I think it gets a bit lost in the article. I agree that sensationalized news contributes to the remaining stigma, and unfortunately, the only way to combat such falsehoods is to demonstrate they're wrong. It's one of the reasons I'm open about it, but again, I understand not everyone is, for personal reasons. I am hesitant to fully endorse the list because I don't believe "labelling" someone based on observed behaviours is definitive enough. Bipolar mimics far too many other mental health conditions (and vice-versa) for anyone to take a guess. Even if someone is a medical professional, without a full evaluation (as in, they have the person in the room with them and are using clinical tools and a full medical history), they should not be making guesses, although it does make for good TV soundbites. Substance abuse (as a form of self-medication and heightened propensity for addiction) is common without effective treatment, as it is in many mental health conditions. The same is true of suicide. When it comes to Williams, his family has been very clear about his death being related to Lewy Body Dementia and has provided medical background information to support their claim. I would personally keep every confirmed case on the list, because it is important for those who are struggling to see they're not alone and that they haven't done anything to "deserve" what they are dealing with. Bipolar doesn't care who you are or where you're from. But speculating is its own form of stigmatization, and often further marginalizes people. Grammar and Mechanics:There were no problems I picked up on. Final Thoughts:I have both succeeded and suffered with this condition that can be incredibly cruel when it wants to be. Again, I empathize with your position and decision to generally keep it to yourself, and I think your article is a good way to start a wider conversation.I wish you all the best in your journey. Thank you for sharing your work with us! JayNaNoOhNo  My approach to reviews: "I'll Explain, but not Disclaim"
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