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  1. About bipolar disorder
  2. Pendulum: stories and information
  3. Pre-diagnosis or newly diagnosed

Pre-diagnosis or newly diagnosed

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Survey on diagnosis

Survey on diagnosis

Today, we are asking for your experiences and views about receiving a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. The easiest way to participate in the call for evidence is by completing our survey. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 1st April, 2021

Updated: 8th April, 2021

Getting a diagnosis: facebook live

Getting a diagnosis: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April talks about getting a diagnosis Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 8th February, 2021

Updated: 10th February, 2021

The power of group

The power of group

Emma is so incredibly grateful that she has found her tribe in the shape of Bipolar UK's peer support approach. In this blog she describes this as life changing. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 3rd February, 2021

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Misdiagnosed With Depression

Misdiagnosed With Depression

After an initial misdiagnosis Emma recounts the journey that led to doctors finally arriving at the final destination of living with bipolar. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 7th December, 2020

Updated: 10th February, 2021

Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder 2

Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder 2

Lizzie describes in candid detail the emotions, thoughts, and issues she dealt with after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and the signs that led up to her seeking help. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 25th November, 2020

Updated: 10th February, 2021

My recovery story

My recovery story

For Femi It all started in 2006 in Nigeria when he had his first ever manic episode. At that time, no one knew what it was and to make matters worse the hospital he was taken to had no idea of how to deal with patient's mental illness. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 21st October, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2021

An Open Letter

An Open Letter

Vairi puts her thoughts down in a candid letter to anyone who has ever struggled with mental health. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

Being diagnosed as bipolar 1

Being diagnosed as bipolar 1

Recently at Bipolar UK we held a support group for young people, and it got Louise thinking about her own diagnosis of bipolar 1 at 17. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 19th October, 2020

Updated: 24th December, 2020

The journey to a bipolar diagnosis

The journey to a bipolar diagnosis

It took Katie 12 years to receive a formal diagnosis. Her she details her journey struggling with bipolar disorder. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 14th September, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

Young, Free and Bipolar

Young, Free and Bipolar

Bipolar UK Peer Support Officer, Ellie, talks about what it's like to be young and living with bipolar. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 4th September, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Author: Ellie Barlow

How psychiatric assessment works

How psychiatric assessment works

Professor Guy Goodwin explains how Mental Health Act assessments are carried out. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 7th August, 2020

Updated: 28th December, 2020

How my breakdown and cyclothymia diagnosis became fieldwork for the second edition of our book

How my breakdown and cyclothymia diagnosis became fieldwork for the second edition of our book

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

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 3rd August, 2020

Updated: 2nd April, 2021

Bipolar and DVLA

Bipolar and DVLA

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

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 13th June, 2020

Updated: 2nd April, 2021

Newly diagnosed: facebook live

Newly diagnosed: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April discusses what it feels like to be newly diagnosed, shares experiences with the audience and offers her tips. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Author: April Kelley

Newly diagnosed? What can you expect?

Newly diagnosed? What can you expect?

After being newly diagnosed with bipolar, what can you expect will happen next. Read more

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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

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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It can take a while to establish a diagnosis of bipolar and there's a lot to take in once you have been confirmed with a diagnosis. Here are some real life stories to help you navigate the early weeks and months 

Published: 9th January, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2021

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

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    Join our eCommunity

    Our eCommunity is an anonymous and supportive online forum for anyone affected by bipolar and for this who think they may have bipolar.

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    Could mood swings mean bipolar?

    An introduction to bipolar and how monitoring your moods and behaviour can help

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    Speak to our Peer Support Line

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