The Bipolar Biography ProjectReal lives. Many Paths.

There is no single story of bipolar disorder.

Explore the lives of people who have navigated bipolar disorder across different careers, cultures and circumstances. Discover the challenges they've faced, what they've shared about recovery, and the many ways a meaningful life can unfold.

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Public sources. Personal perspectives.

Portrait of Selena Gomez

Start with a story

Selena
Gomez

Singer · Actor
Entrepreneur

Her work, her voice, and what she has shared about living with bipolar disorder.

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From the stage to the lab, the courtroom to the playing field. Explore the collection through the work people do.

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How the project works

Real lives.
Carefully told.

In their own words

Public interviews, memoirs and personal disclosures, alongside reliable historical records.

Sources you can follow

Key claims are supported by documented, citable sources, so you can explore further.

Respect and context

People’s work, experiences, challenges and achievements — with care and without speculation.

Many lives include remarkable achievements. This collection is not only about success stories.