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Bipolar in children and young people

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What's the experience of children and young people who have bipolar or live with adults who do?

Adventures and Advice on life at University

Adventures and Advice on life at University

The tale of a dropout university student living with bipolar and the lessons learnt along the way. Read more

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What's the experience of children and young people who have bipolar or live with adults who do?

Published: 18th September, 2020

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

Author: Ellie Barlow

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Young People's Specialist Support Group

Young People's Specialist Support Group

Are you aged between 18-25 and affected by bipolar, perhaps you are heading off to college or university for the first time or continuing with sixth form, working or finding life challenging without these options. Why not find out more about young people's peer support on Tuesday 15th September at 3pm Read more

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What's the experience of children and young people who have bipolar or live with adults who do?

Published: 13th September, 2020

Updated: 25th December, 2020

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Bipolar symptoms in Children and Young People

Bipolar symptoms in Children and Young People

Bipolar is a growing issue, with young people more likely to screen positive than older people. The Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation looks at some of the potential symptoms and we provide more information and some useful links. Read more

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What's the experience of children and young people who have bipolar or live with adults who do?

Published: 1st June, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

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How does parental bipolar disorder affect children?

How does parental bipolar disorder affect children?

We know the effects of Bipolar Disorder on those living with the condition but the effects on their children is not often explored. Read more

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What's the experience of children and young people who have bipolar or live with adults who do?

Published: 3rd February, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

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Speak Up

Speak Up

Conor shares his inspiring story of his journey from fear, stress, depression and alcohol use to strength and bravery; finding the courage to speak up about his mental health and take back control of his wellbeing Read more

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What's the experience of children and young people who have bipolar or live with adults who do?

Published: 9th January, 2020

Updated: 12th January, 2021

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Vitamin D blood test may one day speed bipolar diagnosis in children, study suggests

Vitamin D blood test may one day speed bipolar diagnosis in children, study suggests

Vitamin D blood test may one day speed bipolar diagnosis in children, study suggests Read more

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What's the experience of children and young people who have bipolar or live with adults who do?

Published: 9th April, 2018

Updated: 16th December, 2020

Author: Richard Ellis

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