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Many people living with bipolar find an outlet in creativity, be it creative writing, drawing and painting or music. Reading too can provide insights into the condition and managing moods.
Creativity can be a powerful tool for self management.
Also included here are media campaigns to raise awareness about bipolar disorder
In this blog Daniel Evans explains that one of the main frustrations of having an illness such as bipolar disorder Type 1 is that, when particularly severe, a critical symptom is that you don’t feel like you have it. Read more
Nicky Chinn a songwriter, record producer and legend in his own right writes about his experience of bipolar disorder. Read more
We are delighted to announce the appointment of BAFTA award-winning actor, rapper, writer and director, Adam Deacon, as its latest Ambassador. Read more
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon talks us through the therapeutic value of music for people living with bipolar. Read more
As someone living with bipolar for some years now Denis wanted to write some words to encourage those of you who wrestle with the condition as he does everyday. Coping strategies that will allow you to help yourself. Read more
How Bipolar in the Media helped me own my condition and reject its stigma 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
We've pulled together a list of our top books on bipolar disorder, that we feel give great insight into the condition. Read more
Hannah has discovered poetry as an outlet to express who she is, how she's feeling and her experiences. We are delighted to be able to share a poem with you. Read more
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon Kitchen reflects on how effective mental health awareness campaigns Read more
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April explores the power of music. Read more
Find out how journaling can have such a tremendous impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Read more
Camilla Leach talks about about looking at these episodes, understanding them and processing them which gives us knowledge and power to move forward in our recovery. Read more
John has bipolar disorder and shares his journey toward authenticity. He describes how he shifted his inner view of himself in an inspiring story. Read more
Monday 30 March is World Bipolar Day Brian R. Hicks gives a whistle-stop tour of this annual event. Read more