Bipolar Disorder

Resources in this category:

Bipolar Significant Others
http://www.bpso.org/

Do you have a loved one diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? You'll find a particularly good set of resources for education and support here. This is an informal organization; joining adds the option of joining the discussion room.

Bipolar World
http://www.bipolarworld.net/

"A support and educational web site for individuals diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder (Manic Depressive Illness), and for the families and friends who care for them."

bipolar.com
http://www.bipolar.com/

"This Web site includes up-to-date information about recognizing the symptoms of bipolar disorder and getting a proper diagnosis. Overall, the Web site is designed to give everyone touched by bipolar disorder, as well as their family, partners, and friends, the information and support they need to live with the illness."

Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
http://www.bpkids.org/site/PageServer

"The Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation (CABF) is a parent-led, not-for-profit, web-based membership organization. The Foundation educates families, professionals, and the public about early-onset bipolar disorders; supports families to maximize the well-being of the child while minimizing the adverse impact of bipolar disorders on the family; and advocates for increased services to families and research on the nature, causes, and treatment of bipolar disorders in the young." This informative site includes a learning center with info on early-onset bipolar disorder and reference materials, a community message board area, and links to resources needed by patients and their families.