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Technology, apps and social media

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Bipolar disorder and technology

Bipolar disorder and technology

Technology can improve our daily life. Here is a very short survey that would assist the ongoing understanding of living well with the bipolar disorder. Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 23rd November, 2020

Updated: 25th December, 2020

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Weekly Q&A: Simon & April

Weekly Q&A: Simon & April

Since April our CEO, Simon Kitchen, and Bipolar UK Ambassador April Kelley, have been hosting weekly live-streamed sessions on Facebook. We've detailed what has been covered so far and provided a link for you to participate in future events. Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 29th October, 2020

Updated: 26th December, 2020

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  • Technology, apps and social
Bipolar UK Ambassador Natasha Rea talks about alternative treatments to self-manage

Bipolar UK Ambassador Natasha Rea talks about alternative treatments to self-manage

Every Thursday on our Instagram account, Natasha talks about the alternative treatments that have helped her manage her condition. Find out about her guests so far and how to watch her live or catch-up on previous discussions. Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 8th August, 2020

Updated: 13th January, 2021

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  • Technology, apps and social
Apps for managing mood

Apps for managing mood

We’ve picked these apps to help you track, understand, or control your mood a bit better, so you can live a healthier, more balanced life. Apps are not a substitute for professional care, but they are an excellent resource for identifying problem areas and collecting useful data. Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 9th July, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

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Self-management using digital technology: facebook live

Self-management using digital technology: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon opens the door on digital technologies Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 3rd July, 2020

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  • Self-management
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Why not let TRUE COLOURS help you cope with the Covid-19 crisis?

Why not let TRUE COLOURS help you cope with the Covid-19 crisis?

Find out more about True Colours, an online self-management system that allows you to monitor your symptoms and experiences using text, email and the Internet. Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 16th June, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

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Staying connected during COVID-19

Staying connected during COVID-19

We have collated a list of apps to help manage your well being during this difficult period. Read more

Posted to: Technology, apps and social media

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 20th March, 2020

Updated: 16th December, 2020

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  • Technology, apps and social
Trying to keep well is hard work

Trying to keep well is hard work

I try to remember the best I can feel and reassure myself that life can be like that again. The rollercoaster can slow down but yes, it is hard work. - Debbie. Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 24th January, 2020

Updated: 12th January, 2021

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  • Technology, apps and social
  • Personal experiences
Better digital treatments for people with bipolar survey

Better digital treatments for people with bipolar survey

We now have the results of the better digital treatments for people with bipolar survey. Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 1st October, 2018

Updated: 20th December, 2020

Author: Michael Morgan

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Digital technology for mental health: a new survey

Digital technology for mental health: a new survey

Guest blog by Lucy Simons Read more

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Technology can help us provide you with support and information in a variety of ways.  

Guest speakers on our facebook live and Instagram pages provide their own insights of living with bipolar and facebook and twitter give you a platform to share your views and join the conversation.

Apps and other digital services can help you manage your bipolar effectively too. Check out articles below for ideas and inspiration

Published: 17th May, 2017

Updated: 20th December, 2020

Author: Rebekah Hayes

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