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  1. About bipolar disorder
  2. Pendulum: stories and information
  3. Medication and treatment

Medication and treatment

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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

Discovery

Discovery

In this his second blog for Bipolar UK Nicky Chinn details how self care is paramount in his ability to live with bipolar disorder. Read more

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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

Published: 9th April, 2021

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Natural treatments to manage bipolar: facebook live

Natural treatments to manage bipolar: facebook live

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

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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

Published: 19th March, 2021

Updated: 1st April, 2021

A new talking therapy for older people with bipolar disorder

A new talking therapy for older people with bipolar disorder

Dr Lizzie Tyler from the Spectrum Centre for Mental Health at Lancaster University has led a pilot study which has adapted recovery-focused CBT therapy for older people with bipolar disorder. Read more

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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

Published: 17th March, 2021

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Getting a medication review: facebook live

Getting a medication review: facebook live

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

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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

Published: 8th February, 2021

Updated: 10th February, 2021

Priadel® An Important Update

Priadel® An Important Update

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

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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

Published: 13th October, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Letter to Matt Hancock about Priadel withdrawal

Letter to Matt Hancock about Priadel withdrawal

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

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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

Published: 17th September, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Medication and weight gain, part 2: facebook live

Medication and weight gain, part 2: facebook live

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

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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

Published: 15th July, 2020

Author: April Kelley

Medication and weight gain, part 1: facebook live

Medication and weight gain, part 1: facebook live

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

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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

Published: 10th June, 2020

Updated: 24th March, 2021

Author: April Kelley

Medication and weight gain

Medication and weight gain

We look at the challenge of managing weight while on medication and discuss the effects some drugs can have on this. Read more

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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

Published: 26th May, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

Rapid cycling and mixed episodes

Rapid cycling and mixed episodes

In this article Guy Goodwin, trustee of Bipolar UK and Emeritus Professor at the University of Oxford talks about the definitions of rapid cycling and mixed episodes. Read more

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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

Published: 12th May, 2020

Updated: 2nd April, 2021

Medication: facebook live

Medication: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon's conversation cover bipolar medication Read more

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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

Published: 8th May, 2020

Updated: 24th March, 2021

Author: Simon Kitchen

A spoonful of sugar… my experience with Lithium

A spoonful of sugar… my experience with Lithium

A look at the personal experiences of using lithium to manage mood swings. Read more

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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

Published: 5th May, 2020

Updated: 13th January, 2021

Why do some people respond to lithium and others don't?

Why do some people respond to lithium and others don't?

Professor Guy Goodwin discusses the different responses to taking lithium. Read more

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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

Published: 29th April, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

Writing an advance choice document

Writing an advance choice document

We offer advice on writing an advance choice document – relating to personal welfare, property and financial affairs, if you become unwell during the Coronavirus pandemic. It’s very likely that this will be more difficult than usual and that it may not be possible to be treated by professionals you already know. Read more

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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

Published: 2nd April, 2020

Updated: 26th February, 2021

ECT and Me

ECT and Me

Louise talks candidly about her experience of undergoing Electroconvulsive Therapy. Read more

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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

Published: 14th October, 2019

Updated: 16th December, 2020

Author: Michael Morgan

Bipolar recovery is more than just taking your meds

Bipolar recovery is more than just taking your meds

Jasmine Saunders writes this insightful piece on the role of medication and the part you play in your recovery. Read more

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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

Published: 13th May, 2019

Updated: 16th December, 2020

Author: Michael Morgan

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