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  1. About bipolar disorder
  2. Pendulum: stories and information
  3. Work and learning

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Work and bipolar

Work and bipolar

Ellie reflects on work and how it impacts on bipolar disorder and how integral it is to managing the condition and keeping well. She also outlines her tips for keeping a healthy work life balance. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 30th October, 2020

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

How to utilize your university

How to utilize your university

Making the most of the support available at your university. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 25th September, 2020

Updated: 10th March, 2021

Author: Ellie Barlow

Adventures and Advice on life at University

Adventures and Advice on life at University

The tale of a dropout university student living with bipolar and the lessons learnt along the way. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 18th September, 2020

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Author: Ellie Barlow

Work and Advance Statements

Work and Advance Statements

Author David Hillman looks at the world of work and when best to disclose your bipolar disorder. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 14th August, 2020

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Mental health and volunteering: facebook live

Mental health and volunteering: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week looks at the benefits of volunteering when you have a mental health diagnosis Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 3rd June, 2020

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Author: April Kelley

Stigma- How has it affected me? Part 3

Stigma- How has it affected me? Part 3

Mary-Rose shares her experience of stigma in the final part of a 3 part series on stigma and bipolar disorder. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 15th October, 2019

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Author: Molly Shindler

Sick Day?

Sick Day?

Anna has lived with her bipolar diagnosis for many years. Today she wants to discuss 'duvet days' Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 13th September, 2019

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Author: Michael Morgan

Ali Douglas: working with bipolar

Ali Douglas: working with bipolar

Ali Douglas talks about the importance of employment support and understanding of bipolar disorder Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 3rd October, 2018

Updated: 10th February, 2021

Author: Michael Morgan

Disclosing bipolar to colleagues and friends

Disclosing bipolar to colleagues and friends

Amanda shares her experience of talking about her diagnosis. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 19th October, 2017

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

Author: Rebekah Hayes

Loren's story: Bipolar and work

Loren's story: Bipolar and work

Loren had passed her probation with a new company, and was working long hours. It wasn't long before she found herself experiencing mania. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 10th February, 2017

Updated: 11th April, 2021

Author: Rebekah Hayes

Should I tell employers about my mental health?

Should I tell employers about my mental health?

REACT Supporter Lizzi explores disclosing mental health at work. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 1st January, 2017

Updated: 11th April, 2021

Author: Rebekah Hayes

Judith's Story

Judith's Story

Judith was so inspired by the support she received from our Employment Support service, she organised a curry night to raise funds and awareness! Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 17th November, 2016

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Author: Davinia Batley

Students and Young People

Michael was diagnosed with bipolar during his first year at university. Here he offers advice on dealing with bipolar for students and young people. Read more

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Bipolar can affect you whether you are studying or at work. Bipolar UK offer help and support with information on your legal entitlements under the Equality Act 2010 and practical ideas to keep you well.

Published: 9th August, 2015

Updated: 23rd December, 2020

Author: Rebekah Hayes

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