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Living with bipolar

Information on your rights when ill, support in the workplace and information on driving

I feel very isolated and would like to talk with someone who understands

Bipolar UK services are often delivered by people affected by bipolar themselves

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Bipolar UK provides a range of services for individuals affected by bipolar.

Whether you have a diagnosis for bipolar, are concerned about the possibility of bipolar, are being affected by a member of your family or a loved one, we are here to assist and support you.

Our services include:

  • Local and national online support groups
  • Our Support Line offering information and advice via telephone or email
  • Online eCommunity open 24/7

Published: 1st October, 2015

Updated: 4th July, 2021

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Do I have to tell others?

Should I tell anyone about my bipolar diagnosis?

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Bipolar affects every aspect of your life and your relationships, family and friends can all be put under stress.

To understand how bipolar affects you, and to manage the illness, you will need support. If you can speak to a family member, partner or close friend as this will assist you.

As part of your support network it's ideal if family members and loved ones can be involved in planning treatment. It can also help you if mental health professionals can consult them (unless you don't want them to).

Other questions in this section focus on when you might consider telling others outside of your immediate family and friends.

Published: 1st October, 2014

Updated: 14th August, 2021

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What is power of attorney?

You can nominate someone to look after your finances when you are unable to

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Helping a friend or relative who is struggling to manage their finances can be difficult, especially if they do not have the mental capacity to make their own decisions.

For many people, the solution is to make a power of attorney - a way of giving someone the legal power to manage their finances.

In most cases, making a power of attorney will mean an end to the problems that can arise in these situations. But sometimes things go wrong, which is why the ombudsman has provided tips for both banks and consumers on power of attorney – and how to avoid problems.

For more information, please visit the Financial Ombudsman's website

Published: 1st October, 2015

Updated: 4th July, 2021

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Finding Therapy links

Links to other websites and organisations that can offer you information on self-management and therapy.

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BACP - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Provides information on counselling and psychotherapy, including a register of members


BABCP - The British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Provides information on CBT and includes a register of practitioners


Counselling Directory
Information on finding a local counsellor.

Published: 21st July, 2016

Updated: 5th July, 2021

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