The listings below are, in the main, UK information and organisations. They are not necessarily recommendations and I cannot vouch for complete accuracy at all times
NHS information and services
Overview of symptoms; treatment; pregnancy and childbirth; driving with a diagnosis; links to other resources
NICE – National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
Clinical guidance on the treatment of bipolar disorder
In an emergency when unwell, you can go to A&E (casualty) or call 999 for an ambulance
UK mental health charities
Bipolar UK
The national charity offering information and peer support for anyone affected by bipolar
Bipolar Scotland
Support for all those affected by bipolar disorder in Scotland
King’s Fund
Independent charity and think tank that helps shape health and social care policy
Mental Health Foundation
Charity that supports research and policy to foster good mental health in all
Mind
Mental health charity that offers services, campaigns and researches for better mental health
Rethink offers services and campaigns on issues related to improving mental health
UK academic research
BDRN
The Bipolar Disorder Research Network focusses on mood disorders and welcomes participation from those living with bipolar
Cardiff University Cardiff undertakes a range of research into mood disorders including psychosis, the team offers a second opinion service for those querying their diagnosis
Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience
King’s College London department offering research, education and training that informs professional practice
Northern Centre for Mood Disorders
NCMD in Newcastle brings together those who are interested in advancing treatment and care in conditions such as depressive illnesses and bipolar disorders
Research in the department of Psychiatry at Oxford has a number of themed groups
Spectrum at Lancaster University
Spectrum undertakes research to better understand and treat bipolar. It welcomes participation of those affected by the diagnosis, their family, friends and carers