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There are a range of drugs: mood stabilisers and antipsychotics and other medications used in the treatment of bipolar as well as complementary therapies that people find helpful in supporting their mood
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions relating to Medication and treatment as well as information leaflets relating to medication
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon explores natural treatments to help you manage your bipolar. Read more
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon talks about the whys and wherefores of getting a medication review Read more
An important update following Bipolar UK and others urged Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock MP to ensure a brand of lithium taken by people with bipolar disorder remains available to treat patients in the UK. Read more
Bipolar UK and others are urging Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock MP to ensure a brand of lithium taken by people with bipolar disorder remains available to treat patients in the UK. Read more
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April considers that well-known feature of much bipolar medication - weight gain Read more
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April looks at the topic of weight gain - a common problem with some bipolar medication Read more
We look at the challenge of managing weight while on medication and discuss the effects some drugs can have on this. Read more
On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon's conversation cover bipolar medication Read more
A look at the personal experiences of using lithium to manage mood swings. Read more
Professor Guy Goodwin discusses the different responses to taking lithium. Read more
We offer advice on writing an advance choice document – relating to personal welfare, property and financial affairs, if you become unwell . Read more
Over the past couple of weeks Anna has experienced a manic episode. Here's her account of what she has been through. Read more
Louise talks candidly about her experience of undergoing Electroconvulsive Therapy. Read more
Jasmine Saunders writes this insightful piece on the role of medication and the part you play in your recovery. Read more
The Plan commits to spending a third of the extra £20bn the NHS will get by 2023 on GPs, community care and mental health. Read more
A specialist programme at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) has been shown to significantly reduce the rate of hospital readmissions for people with bipolar disorder, Read more