James Donaldson on Mental Health - Living with Bipolar Disorder: A Day in the Life
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James Donaldson on Mental Health - Living with Bipolar Disorder: A Day in the Life

3 min readBy James Donaldson

Bipolar disorder, a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, impacts millions of people worldwide.

Bipolar disorder, a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, impacts millions of people worldwide.

Understanding the daily experiences of those living with this condition is crucial for fostering empathy, providing support, and promoting awareness.

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the daily life of someone managing bipolar disorder, offering insights into their challenges and triumphs.

Afternoon: Navigating Mood Swings 3.

Night: Preparing for Tomorrow 5.

FAQs Morning: Starting the Day Mornings can be unpredictable for someone living with bipolar disorder.

The start of the day may vary significantly depending on the phase of their mood cycle.

During a depressive phase, getting out of bed might feel like an insurmountable task.

The weight of fatigue and sadness can make even the simplest activities, like brushing teeth or preparing breakfast, seem overwhelming.

In contrast, during a manic or hypomanic phase, mornings might feel electric.

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James Donaldson is a former NBA All-Star (1988, Dallas Mavericks) who played 20 years of professional basketball with the Seattle SuperSonics, L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, Utah Jazz, and teams across Europe, before touring with the Harlem Globetrotters. A Washington State University graduate inducted into both the Pac-10 and WSU Athletic Halls of Fame, James went on to found The Donaldson Clinic, an outpatient physical therapy practice he operated for nearly three decades. Today he devotes his time to mental health awareness and suicide prevention — speaking to organizations, schools, and youth groups — and is the author of Standing Above the Crowd and Celebrating Your Gift of Life (2021). James recently relocated to the Dallas, TX area and believes deeply in being a role model of success and professionalism for the young people he serves.

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