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  1. About bipolar disorder
  2. Pendulum: stories and information
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Self-management

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Women and bipolar: conference 2021

Women and bipolar: conference 2021

Break-out session from 2021 conference with bipolar researcher, Dr Clare Dolman and actress and Bipolar UK ambassador Natasha Naomi Rea Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 12th April, 2021

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Navigating an industry in which it pays to be manic

Navigating an industry in which it pays to be manic

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

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 9th April, 2021

Updated: 10th April, 2021

Let It Out! How to Vent Powerful Emotions Safely

Let It Out! How to Vent Powerful Emotions Safely

Blogger Martin Baker has previously  discussed three kinds of conversations you might encounter in a mutually caring relationship over at his blog (www.gumonmyshoe.com). Here he has kindly given permission to retell his story of how to vent emotions safely. Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 23rd March, 2021

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Join our Free Yoga Sessions

Join our Free Yoga Sessions

Kundalini yoga is known as the yoga of awareness, and it has also been called Spinal Yoga because of the benefits to the spine with regular practice. Bipolar UK is offering FREE online sessions. Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 22nd March, 2021

Updated: 1st 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 many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 19th March, 2021

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Soothing activities: facebook live

Soothing activities: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April shares her soothing activities with you Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 5th March, 2021

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Kundalini yoga - self-management class

Kundalini yoga - self-management class

Finding it hard to relax in lockdown? Try our online Kundalini yoga session for gentle exercise and relaxation Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 4th March, 2021

Updated: 22nd March, 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 many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 8th February, 2021

Updated: 10th February, 2021

Bipolar and music: facebook live

Bipolar and music: facebook live

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

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 5th February, 2021

Updated: 14th March, 2021

The challenge of home schooling

The challenge of home schooling

Hints and tips for bipolar parents who are homeschooling during coronavirus Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 30th January, 2021

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Author: Fiona O'Brien

Location: 71 Fitzneal Street, East Acton

Support Group Focus: Leamington Spa

Support Group Focus: Leamington Spa

Find out what happens at our support group in Leamington Spa Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 21st January, 2021

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Declutter 2021

Declutter 2021

Leah is a strong believer that a cluttered house is a cluttered mind. In this blog she gives tips on how to live with clarity. Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 21st January, 2021

Updated: 22nd January, 2021

Crisis planning : facebook live

Crisis planning : facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April goes through practical things to think about when planning for a bipolar crisis Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 15th January, 2021

Monitoring your mood: facebook live

Monitoring your mood: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Bipolar UK CEO Simon Kitchen discusses monitoring your mood Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 27th November, 2020

Updated: 2nd April, 2021

Why I’m Attempting to Tackle This Lockdown Alone

Why I’m Attempting to Tackle This Lockdown Alone

Whilst we are in the midst of the second national lockdown April Kelley explains why this time around she feels confident enough to tackle it all on her own. Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 16th November, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Author: April Kelley

Being kind to your mind

Being kind to your mind

Since the start of the pandemic it has become really common for people to experience low mood and anxiety; especially during national and local lockdowns. Read more

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There are many techniques you can learn and tools you can use to monitor and manage your moods effectively

Published: 13th November, 2020

Updated: 2nd December, 2020

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    Learn the techniques of Kundalini yoga for gentle exercise and relaxation

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    Navigating an industry in which it pays to be manic

    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.

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