Why are bipolar people considered crazy?

I figure there's no point in trying to cover it up; it'll come out eventually. The approximately 20 scars on my forearms rather give away that something is wrong. But people really don't like the word “crazy”. In fact, most often, what people say to me is, “no, you're not!”. Well, actually, I am. read more

Believe me, people can have harsh minds, or just normal may not realize the issues and concepts that people with Bipolar disorders have to go to. Therefore, leading the person to think the Bipolar one is crazy. read more

The Mighty wanted to hear from people who live with bipolar disorder about what they wish others understood about the condition, so we reached out to the International Bipolar Foundation, a nonprofit that works to end the stigma surrounding the disorder and supports those living with it. read more

I don't consider people with Bipolar to be crazy. It all depends on how you define it, but many people associate this word, when used in this sort of context, with the word insane. Being bipolar doesn't mean you're insane. read more