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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Lifetime prevalence of BD and BD pts access to mental health care in England

Lifetime prevalence of BD and BD pts access to mental health care in England

This is a study aiming at discovering how many people in England live with bipolar disorder (BD), how often they use mental health services, and which factors are associated with successfully obtaining the care needed. Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 16th December, 2020

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

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Our research partnership with Bipolar UK

Our research partnership with Bipolar UK

Tania explains her experience of conducting research in partnership with Bipolar UK and her aspirations for future projects. Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 11th December, 2020

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

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  • Bipolar research
Bipolar and dementia: facebook live

Bipolar and dementia: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon reviews some research and discusses the relationships between bipolar and dementia Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 7th August, 2020

Updated: 8th January, 2021

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  • Video library
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Telling people about your diagnosis: facebook live

Telling people about your diagnosis: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon talks about Bipolar UK research and issues around telling other people about your diagnosis Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 1st May, 2020

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  • Bipolar research
Covid-19 Impact Survey results

Covid-19 Impact Survey results

We had a great response to the ‘Bipolar and Covid-19' survey with 1,700 responses in 2 weeks. Results show that, perhaps as might be expected, many people with the condition are struggling due to the stress, uncertainty and isolation of lockdown. The full results of the survey are now available here. Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 29th April, 2020

Updated: 24th December, 2020

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  • Bipolar research
New Research Project with Bipolar UK

New Research Project with Bipolar UK

Would you like to help improve services for people living with bipolar? Bipolar UK is running a new research project in partnership with Cardiff University and King’s College London to improve health services for people affected by the condition. Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 2nd March, 2020

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

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  • Bipolar research
On the Spectrum

On the Spectrum

There is currently very little research or service development for older people with bipolar disorder. A study at the Spectrum Centre aims to address this gap Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 31st July, 2019

Updated: 12th January, 2021

Author: Michael Morgan

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  • Bipolar research
  • Personal experiences
Research Roundup: A new way to diagnose bipolar?

Research Roundup: A new way to diagnose bipolar?

New research in the US suggests that a simple 15-minute electrocardiogram could help a doctor determine whether a patient has major depression or bipolar disorder. Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 8th January, 2018

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

Author: Richard Ellis

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Psychoeducation vs peer support: a new study

Psychoeducation vs peer support: a new study

New research explores group psychoeducation for people with bipolar Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 13th September, 2017

Updated: 26th December, 2020

Author: Rebekah Hayes

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  • Support Groups category
Research Roundup

Research Roundup

Bipolar UK trustee and research psychologist Clare Dolman gives us an overview of recent bipolar research. Read more

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Bipolar UK has links with several UK academic centres that undertake research into bipolar and related conditions.

In addition Bipolar UK undertakes surveys to gauge the effectiveness of its own services as well as issues of relevance to the bipolar community

Published: 14th July, 2016

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

Author: Rebekah Hayes

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