In this section you will find links to some of the best websites on the subject of Bipolar Disorder. You will find the website topics outlined for clarity.
We highly suggest you watch the short video series from DoctorsOffice.net as a starting point. This series entitled the Answered Patient will give you a base of information and may answer many questions you have on the subject.
We are not attempting to recreate all of the important information on the subject of Bipolar Disorder, but rather to organize the information on the web so that a visitor to BipolarAware.org can view a variety of quality non-pharmaceutical sponsored sites.
New site recommendations are always welcomed.
Definition By Mayo Clinic staff
Bipolar disorder — sometimes called manic-depressive disorder — causes mood swings that range from of the lows of depression to the highs of mania. When you become depressed, you may feel sad or hopeless and lose interest or pleasure in most activities. When your mood shifts in the other direction, you may feel euphoric and full of energy. Mood shifts may only occur only a few times a year, or as often as several times a day. In some cases, bipolar disorder causes symptoms of depression and mania at the same time.
Although bipolar disorder is a disruptive, long-term condition, you can keep your moods in check by following a treatment plan. In most cases, bipolar disorder can be controlled with medications and psychological counseling (psychotherapy).
Other Highly Recommended Video Series from DoctorsOffice.net:
Bipolar Disorder Overview
Do I Have Bipolar Disorder?
Drugs and Procedures
Lifestyle Changes for Bipolar Disorder
Psychotherapy for Bipolar Disorder
Living With Bipolar Disorder
What Does Bipolar Disorder Do?
Can I Qualify for Disability and Receive Benefits Based on Depression?
The Social Security and Disability Resource Center
Other helpful links to Bipolar Disorder information sites:
Medline Plus
National Institute of Mental Health
Internet Mental Health
HelpGuide.org
NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness
AACAP Amaerican Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
This Emotional Life
Web MD: Bipolar Disorder Health Center
Other top quality videos on Bipolar Disorder:
Living in Stigma
Web MD: Bipolar TV
VideoJug: Bipolar Disorder
Specific topics sites:
Teens:
Understanding your Bipolar Student:
MSN Health & Fitness: Bipolar Disorder
Films featuring Bipolar Disorder:
EHow: Movies with Bipolar Disorder
Examiner.com
Bipolar Specific Websites:
Bipolar Disorder Magazine
Stable Moods
Famous people with Bipolar Disorder:
VodPod: Famous People with Bipolar Disorder
WTTW Video: Patty Duke
MSN Health & Fitness: Bipolar Disorder
Vivien Leigh - An Actress Whose Life Was Affected by Bipolar Disorder
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