r/bipolar2

Community Overview

About r/bipolar2

This community is a peer support space focused on those living with Bipolar II. Everyone from the Bipolar Spectrum are welcome including loved ones, allies, and anyone wishing to learn more about Bipolar II.

The community at a glance

r/bipolar2 is a Subreddit for Mental Health with roughly 101K members. It uses a forum format for communication.

Roughly 19K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Bipolar, Medication, and Hypomania. Product recommendations often mention medication, book, and mood tracker app.

On Reddit
101K Members

Community Features

This community has a forum

Subreddit Analysis

via GummySearch
Yearly: +19K members
Growth: +23.2% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2015: 237 members
  • 2016: 1K members
  • 2017: 2K members
  • 2022: 43K members
  • 2023: 10K members
  • 2024: 15K members
  • 2025: 15K members
  • 2026: 14K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Oct: 947 members
  • Nov: 2K members
  • Dec: 2K members
  • Jan: 2K members
  • Feb: 1K members
  • Mar: 2K members
  • Apr: 2K members
  • May: 2K members
  • Jun: 2K members
  • Jul: 2K members
  • Aug: 2K members
  • Sep: 66 members

Topics

  • Bipolar
    134 posts in the past month
    #1
    Bipolar
    134
  • Medication
    76 posts in the past month
    #2
    Medication
    76
  • Hypomania
    31 posts in the past month
    #3
    Hypomania
    31
  • Diagnosis
    30 posts in the past month
    #4
    Diagnosis
    30
  • Depression
    29 posts in the past month
    #5
    Depression
    29

Flair

  • Advice Wanted
    38 posts in the past month
    1. Does this count as paranoia/delusions?
    2. How do you differentiate hypo mania from mixed episodes?
    3. Starting Lithium today after a complete medication nightmare. Terrified, exhausted, and needing some hope.
    #1
    Advice Wanted
    Does this count as paranoia/delusions? · How do you differentiate hypo mania from mixed episodes? · Starting Lithium today after a complete medication nightmare. Terrified, exhausted, and needing some hope.
    38
  • Venting
    28 posts in the past month
    1. Why is the impact of bipolar 2 downplayed?
    2. I miss hypomania SO MUCH
    3. Anyone else experience these intense mood switches once in a while?
    #2
    Venting
    Why is the impact of bipolar 2 downplayed? · I miss hypomania SO MUCH · Anyone else experience these intense mood switches once in a while?
    28
  • Medication Question
    14 posts in the past month
    1. Is anyone else on a ton of meds
    2. Curious, does anyone use marijuana edible, THC to help them process
    3. 2 different antidepressants
    #3
    Medication Question
    Is anyone else on a ton of meds · Curious, does anyone use marijuana edible, THC to help them process · 2 different antidepressants
    14
  • Trigger Warning
    12 posts in the past month
    1. Don’t mess with MDMA/Molly/Ecstasy.
    2. Positive answers only — what are some things you’re loving right now?
    3. Does anyone else struggle with romantic relationships?
    #4
    Trigger Warning
    Don’t mess with MDMA/Molly/Ecstasy. · Positive answers only — what are some things you’re loving right now? · Does anyone else struggle with romantic relationships?
    12
  • Good News
    9 posts in the past month
    1. I got the job!!!!
    2. My 10th Cake day - a few thoughts
    3. Seroquel
    #5
    Good News
    I got the job!!!! · My 10th Cake day - a few thoughts · Seroquel
    9

Product recommendations

  • medication
    18 posts in the past month
    1. What's the best medication for MDD (major depressive disorder)
    2. What's the best medication for MDD (major depressive disorder)
    3. Best way to come off Wellbutrin in your experience
    #1
    medication
    What's the best medication for MDD (major depressive disorder) · What's the best medication for MDD (major depressive disorder) · Best way to come off Wellbutrin in your experience
    18
  • book
    12 posts in the past month
    1. Depressive and Bipolar Disorders (Crash Course Psychology #30) Highly recommend this, it's a great overview
    2. Highly recommend this book :)
    3. HIGHLY recommend this book. Changed my life for the better!!
    #2
    book
    Depressive and Bipolar Disorders (Crash Course Psychology #30) Highly recommend this, it's a great overview · Highly recommend this book :) · HIGHLY recommend this book. Changed my life for the better!!
    12
  • mood tracker app
    9 posts in the past month
    1. Any mood-tracking free app to recommend?
    2. I wasn't satisfied with teh emojis on my mood tracker app so I made my own. 10/10 would recommend
    3. I wasn't satisfied with teh emojis on my mood tracker app so I made my own. 10/10 would recommend
    #3
    mood tracker app
    Any mood-tracking free app to recommend? · I wasn't satisfied with teh emojis on my mood tracker app so I made my own. 10/10 would recommend · I wasn't satisfied with teh emojis on my mood tracker app so I made my own. 10/10 would recommend
    9

Frequently asked questions

Who is r/bipolar2 for?
Best for Mental Health enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/bipolar2 free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/bipolar2 have?
Roughly 101K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/bipolar2 on?
r/bipolar2 runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/bipolar2 cover?
On the Hive Index, r/bipolar2 is organized under Mental Health.
How do I join r/bipolar2?
You can join r/bipolar2 by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Mental Health communities like?
Communities for people navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, loneliness, trauma, and everyday mental health challenges. Find online support groups, peer support networks, and online therapy resources. Reddit has some of the largest and most active mental health communities on the internet, with Discord servers offering real-time peer support.