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Mental Health Services information index This page lists information on mental capacity and the law, what to expect of your psychiatrist and advice on emotional support for carers; plus further materials on how the mental health system works. About our leaflets Order print copies Frequently Asked Questions … Continue reading →

Bipolar patients want to know “Am I okay to drive?” Learn about the issues surrounding driving and bipolar disorder. As an adult bipolar patient, one of the most significant lifestyle issues you take up with your doctor will likely involve … Continue reading →

Fluctuating hormones during menopause can worsen bipolar symptoms. Find out how to cope. If you are a woman with bipolar disorder, you may experience a double whammy during a profound time in your life — menopause. Bipolar Disorder and Menopause: … Continue reading →

Taking good care of yourself is perhaps the most important part of successfully managing bipolar disorder. As important as your medications and therapy sessions are, what you do to care for yourself on a day-to-day basis is just as important … Continue reading →

Keeping tabs on your symptoms of mania and depression can help stop a bipolar episode before it starts. A good way to track those mood swings is in a mood diary. Subtle changes in your personality might not seem like … Continue reading →