I have bipolar 1 and I couldn't find the answer to this question which I researched for quite a while. During the winter I have HUGE manic episodes and psychosis which happens every year since I was 15. I don't have depression during that period, at least that I am aware of. I'm non functional during the winter and I struggle with life itself so I don't always recognize my symptoms. Does anyone else have this problem in the winter? How can I help this from not happening? I really want the ability to complete a college program and have a successful job

Also in the spring I have mania and in the late summer I have hypomania (right now actually). Fall is the only season I actually get a break when it comes to mood disorders. I always have hallucinations though, I don't always know when I have them since they seem so real, is this normal? Do bipolar individuals have hallucinations often? I don't have them as often now that I've been taking risperdal thankfully.

Any information will be greatly appreciated