Find basic information, videos and research findings on bipolar disorder, a mental illness also known as manic-depression.
Review Date: October 04, 2012
Brain and Behavior Research Foundation
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance offers both in-person and online support and forums, educational materials, and personalized wellness tools.
Review Date: November 13, 2012
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
National Alliance on Mental Illness has a state organization in all 50 states as well as in Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia that provides support, education, information and referral and advocacy. Find your state and local NAMI.
Review Date: October 13, 2011
National Alliance on Mental Illness
There are many types of mental health professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and others. Read on for information on choosing the right type of professional for you, and learn what you can expect from mental health treatment services.
Review Date: November 13, 2012
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
This document provides information on warning signs of impending suicide, and lists ways to be helpful to someone who is suicidal.Toll-free numbers to suicide prevention hotlines are listed as well.
Review Date: March 22, 2013
American Association of Suicidology
The DBSA Wellness Tracker is an innovative, user-friendly online tool that allows you to keep track of your physical and emotional/mental wellness. The Wellness Toolbox helps you communicate better with your doctor, keep track of your symptoms and moods, and more.
Review Date: November 13, 2012
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
Bipolar disorder (also called manic depression) is a serious medical condition that causes extremes in a person’s mood and behavior. Though it affects people of every race, many African Americans with the problem do not receive help.
Review Date: August 23, 2011
Mental Health America