Articles and Resources on Bipolar Disorder on HealingWell.com:
https://www.healingwell.com/depression/
https://www.healingwell.com/anxiety/
Suicidality and Crisis Resources
Discussion of suicide or threats of it anyway are against the forum rules. The forum can offer support only, not professional help. See the following resources.
Crisis Information
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.
If you believe you may be suicidal, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) immediately, or consult their website at https://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org. They are available 24/7 for anyone in suicidal crisis in the United States.
If you suspect elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation, Click Here for state reporting numbers, or telephone the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or the local police for immediate help.
If you suspect an abusive relationship, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) OR TTY 1-800-787-3224 immediately, or consult their website at www.ndvh.org. They are available 24/7 for anyone in need of assistance within the United States.
Don't forget to make use of other sources of support that you may have, such as:
Friends and family
Colleagues
Counselors
Clergy
Other community members
Support workers
Other healthcare professionals
Crisis center in your area.
We wish you well and hope that you find the resources and support that you need.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard any professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on HealingWell.
Peter Waite
HealingWell.com
https://www.healingwell.com
Discussion of suicide or threats of it anyway are against the forum rules. The forum can offer support only, not professional help. See the following resources.
Crisis Information
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.
If you believe you may be suicidal, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) immediately, or consult their website at https://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org. They are available 24/7 for anyone in suicidal crisis in the United States.
If you suspect elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation, Click Here for state reporting numbers, or telephone the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or the local police for immediate help.
If you suspect an abusive relationship, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) OR TTY 1-800-787-3224 immediately, or consult their website at www.ndvh.org. They are available 24/7 for anyone in need of assistance within the United States.
Don't forget to make use of other sources of support that you may have, such as:
Friends and family
Colleagues
Counselors
Clergy
Other community members
Support workers
Other healthcare professionals
Crisis center in your area.
We wish you well and hope that you find the resources and support that you need.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard any professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on HealingWell.
Peter Waite
HealingWell.com
https://www.healingwell.com
Medication Information Resources
Wondering about your meds? What are the side effects? How well do they interact? What should you ask your doctor about? Use these links to research your medications, or those of a loved one. Enjoy.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/mental-health-medications/index.shtml
http://www.webmd.com/drugs/condition-954-Bipolar+Disorder.aspx
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bipolar-disorder/DS00356/DSECTION=treatments-and-drugs
Wondering about your meds? What are the side effects? How well do they interact? What should you ask your doctor about? Use these links to research your medications, or those of a loved one. Enjoy.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/mental-health-medications/index.shtml
http://www.webmd.com/drugs/condition-954-Bipolar+Disorder.aspx
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bipolar-disorder/DS00356/DSECTION=treatments-and-drugs
Website Resources
Mayo Clinic Bipolar Disorder
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bipolar-disorder/ds00356
Bipolar Disorder - Facts and Symptoms
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/bipolar_disorder_symptoms_treatment.htm
Pendulum.org
https://www.pendulum.org
Health Talk: Bipolar Disorder
https://www2.healthtalk.com/go/mental-health/bipolar-disorder
Psychotherapy for Bipolar Disorder
http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/guide/psychotherapy-bipolar-disorder
Mayo Clinic Bipolar Disorder
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bipolar-disorder/ds00356
Bipolar Disorder - Facts and Symptoms
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/bipolar_disorder_symptoms_treatment.htm
Pendulum.org
https://www.pendulum.org
Health Talk: Bipolar Disorder
https://www2.healthtalk.com/go/mental-health/bipolar-disorder
Psychotherapy for Bipolar Disorder
http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/guide/psychotherapy-bipolar-disorder
Ways to Improve Depression:
http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=13&m=2356561
Ways to Improve Hypomania:
http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=13&m=2487812
http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=13&m=2356561
Ways to Improve Hypomania:
http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=13&m=2487812
Self Help for Members with Bippolar:
Join the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance:
http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=home
Join the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance:
http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=home
Additional Crisis Information
US: 1-800-273-TALK
Canada: 1-800-SUICIDE
OR help lines and centers by province:
http://suicideprevention.ca/thinking-about-suicide/find-a-crisis-centre/
International: Befrienders Worldwide
Befrienders Worldwide
Australia: 13-11-14 (lifeline) or 1-800-55-1800 (kids help line for 5-25 yrs old)
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
People Who Can Help You With Your Mental Illness or Trauma
Don’t Give Up
There are people who love you and want to help you. There are resources that can help you get better.
No matter how alone you might feel, no matter how un-fixable things may seem, you are not alone, and people can help. But no one can help you if you don’t reach out.
US: 1-800-273-TALK
Canada: 1-800-SUICIDE
OR help lines and centers by province:
http://suicideprevention.ca/thinking-about-suicide/find-a-crisis-centre/
International: Befrienders Worldwide
Befrienders Worldwide
Australia: 13-11-14 (lifeline) or 1-800-55-1800 (kids help line for 5-25 yrs old)
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
People Who Can Help You With Your Mental Illness or Trauma
- doctors
- psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors
- social workers
- hospitals
- university or school-affiliated programs
- employee assistance programs
- Support groups
- religious groups
Don’t Give Up
There are people who love you and want to help you. There are resources that can help you get better.
No matter how alone you might feel, no matter how un-fixable things may seem, you are not alone, and people can help. But no one can help you if you don’t reach out.