He believes that bipolar disorder has a strong genetic component and was a primary factor in his past irrational decision-making and criminal behavior.

“Bipolar is um a lot of it is genetic predisposition and there is a lot of that um on my mom's side of the family. and then also in my immediate family um you know besides my dad. So I do think I had a genetic predisposition.”

Living with bipolar disorder requires strict adherence to medication and intense self-awareness to maintain stability and prevent manic episodes.

“I have to my self-awareness, I need to be so checked in with myself because if I show signs of impulsivity, if my sleep starts to go to decline, if I start to get a little you know, irritable that's out of hand, I have to be super aware and check myself immediately because I got to go see my doctor ”

Bipolar disorder is an extremely serious condition involving maladaptive shifts in energy, mood, and perception that can cause tremendous damage.

“Bipolar depression is a condition in which people undergo massive shifts in their energy, their perception, and their mood. However, it is very important to note that these shifts in mood, energy, and perception are all maladaptive. They can often cause tremendous damage to the person suffering from”