As of 2020, approximately 21% of all U.S. adults reported living with a mental illness. Though not always easy to talk about, in recent years, Americans have become more open to the conversation, with issues about mental health topics even featured in popular culture.
As dramatic as these symptoms sound, bipolar I disorder can be managed. Many patients with bipolar I can live multidimensional lives. A combination of consistent treatment, therapy and peer support can help patients manage their symptoms of bipolar I. Despite this, the stigma associated with bipolar I disorder, as sometimes dramatized in movies and television shows, may discourage people living with the disorder from seeking the help they may need.
In partnership with leading patient advocacy groups, AbbVie wants to help lift the stigma around bipolar I disorder — and is inviting the entertainment industry to join in.