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Children and young people

Confirmed diagnosis of bipolar disorder is happening at a younger age compared to the past, with an average age of 21. 

Read our blog related to bipolar in children and young people

Children and young people's mental health

Directory of other organisations that support children and young people's mental health

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Here are some other organisations that provide advice and support for teens and young adults:

Childline

You can call them on 0800 1111 or visit their website: www.childline.org.uk


Young Minds

The UK’s leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people.


Youth Access

Get information on the advice and counselling services available to you.


The Mix

The UK's leading support service for young people, The Mix can help with all challenges that young people might be facing; from mental health to money, housing support, finding a job, relationships and everything in between.


Doc Ready

Doc Ready is a free app that helps you to prepare for mental health related appointments with your GP


Nightline

Nightline provide emotional support to students in distress. The helpline is open throughout the night during term time.


Student Minds

The UK's student mental health charity, delivering research-driven training and support to equip students to bring about positive change on their campuses


Students Against Depression

Offering information and resources validated by health professionals alongside tips and advice from students who have experienced it all themselves.


Meic Cymru

Information, advice and support helpline for young people in Wales. If your life is in a bit of a tangle or you have a problem and need to speak to someone, MEIC is for you.


See Me Scotland

Helping you to understand the problems you might face and what you can do to look after your friends.


Mind- Children & Young People

MIND are a large mental health charity offering information and advice on a wide range of mental health conditions.


Children’s Society

Children’s Society provide support to children across the UK who are vulnerable; this is everything from children who are at risk of exploitation, young refugees and migrants to children who are adopted, affected by substance misuse or have a mental health diagnosis.


Papyrus

Papyrus provides confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person through their helpline, HOPELINEUK.


Renaissance Foundation

The Renaissance Foundation support people aged 13-19 who are going through significant life challenges, including at-risk young people, those in hospital and young carers.

Published: 25th April, 2021

Updated: 29th June, 2021

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What information do you have about bipolar in young people?

Stories and information about about bipolar in children and young people from our blog: Pendulum

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Our blog, Pendulum, has a section dedicated to Bipolar in children and young people

Published: 25th April, 2021

Updated: 29th June, 2021

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What support does Bipolar UK offer young people?

How Bipolar UK offers support to teens and young adults

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Bipolar UK hosts regular online support meetings which can be accessed by anyone between 16-18 years old with the consent of a responsible adult. Check out our national support groups to find details.

People between 16-18 can also access our eCommunity with the consent of a responsible adult.

Our blog has stories from young people about their experiences with bipolar.

Download our leaflet: Bipolar in children and young people 

Published: 25th April, 2021

Updated: 20th July, 2023

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