Living with bipolar

Bipolar can be challenging and affect many aspects of everyday life – from sleep patterns and relationships to physical health and identity.

With the right treatment, support and information, it is possible to live and function well when you live with bipolar.

Learn how to manage your bipolar day-to-day, and get tips about everything from managing sleep, stress and stigma to driving, travelling and giving up smoking.

Sleep

Discover how bipolar can affect sleep and why managing your sleep routine is key to long-term stability.

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Bipolar and other conditions

Learn about conditions that commonly occur alongside bipolar, including BPD and ADHD.

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Women and bipolar

Explore how bipolar impacts women during PMS, pregnancy, the postnatal period and before menopause.

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Suicide prevention

Discover practical strategies to help manage the common symptom of suicidal thinking.

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Christmas

Learn seasonal self-care tips for managing the challenges of the festive season if you live with bipolar.

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Money

Read about why you may have money worries if you live with bipolar and practical ways to get financial support.

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Driving

Learn about how bipolar symptoms and medication can impact your driving.

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Smoking and vaping

Discover the top reasons to quit smoking if you're living with bipolar, and how to do it.

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University life

Learn how planning ahead can help you stay well and make a difference to your uni experience.

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Stress

Find answers to common questions about the link between stress and bipolar, and practical ways to manage.

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Stigma

Learn about external and internal stigma and how to manage it at work, in relationships and wider society.

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Travelling

Learn about the practical things to think about if you're living with bipolar and planning a trip abroad.

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