Help us stop the stigma

Support our work to end bipolar stigma

Although over half (55%) of respondents to a 2025 Bipolar Commission survey believe that stigma has significantly improved in the last 50 years, stigma still has a significant impact on people affected by bipolar.

84%

believe society doesn’t understand the realities of living with bipolar

85%

say stigma causes them to think less about their abilities

71%

have avoided seeking help or telling others about their bipolar

From relationships to workplace environments and healthcare, the stigma of bipolar has far-reaching effects on the lives of those living with the condition.

How we’re making an impact 

We are actively challenging the misunderstandings that surround bipolar by raising awareness about what it’s really like to live with the condition. This includes: 

  • Publishing position statements about the issues that matter
  • Reviewing TV scripts – ‘EastEnders’, ‘Hollyoaks’, ‘Big Mood’, ‘Doctors’ and more – to ensure storylines portray bipolar accurately
  • Connecting our media volunteers and ambassadors with journalists to share authenticstories about the challenges and successes of people with bipolar
  • Harnessing awareness days – World Bipolar Day, World Mental Health Day and more – to highlight our support services, research and campaign work

Get involved 

  1. Talk about bipolar and encourage people to take our 20-minute eLearning course
  2. Become a media volunteer
  3. Join our ‘campaigner’ mailing list by emailing us at bipolarcommission@bipolaruk.org


Get support

We provide free peer support calls, groups and online conversations to anyone affected by bipolar.

Get in touch here

Volunteer with us

Join us and support our mission to build a better world together for everyone affected by bipolar.

Get involved here

Fundraise for us

Why not run a marathon, walk a 5K, take on a trek or host a bake sale to support our vital work?

Read more here