About the Author

Ted Livernois is the author of The Misfit Toy – A Long Winding Story to Get Help and Healing!, a deeply personal journey through bipolar disorder, misdiagnosis, recovery, and advocacy.

After years of living undiagnosed and surviving multiple hospitalizations, Ted transformed his pain into purpose. His story is a rallying cry for change — shedding light on the human cost of late diagnosis and inadequate care, while offering tools for healing, advocacy, and long-term stability.

Ted created The Misfit Toy Project to connect with others who feel misunderstood, left behind, or mislabeled. Through downloadable resources, checklists, and lived experience, the project supports patients, families, professionals, and reformers working toward a better mental health system.

Whether you’re seeking help, offering help, or trying to make sense of your own journey — you’re not alone. This is a place for truth, healing, and connection.