Find out more about Bipolar UK's collaboration with the National Centre for Mental Health (NCMH) at Cardiff University to organise a series of 3 self-management webinars – plus we provide dates and more information on the topics to be covered. Read more
If you have a bipolar diagnosis, whilst it may not affect your ability to drive, you must tell the DVLA. We discuss the regulations here. Read more
In this blog we answer many of the questions about the current rules in relation to COVID-19. Read more
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
Every Thursday on our Instagram account, Natasha talks about the alternative treatments that have helped her manage her condition. Find out about her guests so far and how to watch her live or catch-up on previous discussions. Read more
Professor Guy Goodwin explains how Mental Health Act assessments are carried out. Read more
Bethany talks about her diagnosis and how she uses careful trigger management and exercise to help her to stay well. Read more
Amanda Saunders, co-author of ‘Bipolar Disorder: The Ultimate Guide’ discusses her experience of being diagnosed with Cyclothymia and how she has managed the condition. Read more
In his book ‘Bipolar Life Hacks, A Personal Guide to the Self-Management of Bipolar Disorder’ David Hillman provides strategies, hints and tips that he has found useful to manage his condition over the years. This week he shares the digital tools he has found helpful. Read more
Jenny talks about her experiences of pregnancy with a diagnosis of bipolar and offers some advice on who to talk to, medication and monitoring mood. Read more
Denis Brown has been fighting bipolar most of his adult life. He is currently working on a collection of poems and has kindly shared two of these with us. Read more
For the last 26 years Siddy Shivdasani has been a journalist in mainstream media. In his recent book he talks about that life and the impact bipolar has had on him. Read more
Bipolar UK Ambassador, April Kelley, writes about her experiences of mania. Read more
We’ve picked these apps to help you track, understand, or control your mood a bit better, so you can live a healthier, more balanced life. Apps are not a substitute for professional care, but they are an excellent resource for identifying problem areas and collecting useful data. Read more