Introduction to medical treatment

There is a range of different medications used to treat bipolar. The medications used will depend on the nature and degree of your symptoms.

Bipolar UK Introduction to Medication leaflet

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Families Under Pressure

‘Families Under Pressure’ is a series of eight short films offering parenting tips featuring the recognisable voices of a host of well-known parents including Olivia Colman, Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill and Rob Brydon.
A first-hand experience of managing bipolar during Covid-19

Heidi discusses how she self-manages her mental health and the challenges that she faces during this crisis, plus offers advice on some techniques to help keep well.
Medication and weight gain

We look at the challenge of managing weight while on medication and discuss the effects some drugs can have on this.
to those lost in darkness

In light of Mental Health Awareness Week 2020 London-based composer Drexler has released the track 'Ghosts Have Arrived'.

Advance planning for people with bipolar disorder

A leaflet designed to help make decisions about your personal welfare, property and financial affairs.
Speak to our Peer Support Line

Looking for advice and information about bipolar? Get in touch with our Peer Support Line.
Mood scale

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Mood diary

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Agreed Reasonable Adjustments Form

Designed to be used in conjunction with our Employee and Employer Guide's To Bipolar.
Bipolar UK Mood Diary

A Mood Diary helps you keep track of your moods. For use in conjunction with our Mood Scale.
I feel very isolated and would like to talk with someone who understands
Are there different types of bipolar?
Is there a cause or cure for bipolar?
Questions to ask your Doctor about your medication

A leaflet designed to help you ask the right questions when visiting your doctor.