Patient Education Information

A Story Of Bipolar Disorder - This booklet was created by the National Institutes of Mental Health.

Bipolar Disorder - Quick information about bipolar disorder from FamilyDoctor and the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Bipolar Disorder (Manic-Depressive Illness) in Children and Teens - One in the “Facts for Families” series from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP).

Bipolar Disorder Fact Sheets - Excellent information from the National Institute of Mental Health about bipolar disease, suicide, teens and kids, causes and treatments.

Finding Peace of Mind: Treatment Strategies for Bipolar Disorder - The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance lists these strategies for treating bipolar disorder.

Getting the Treatment You Need - Another good fact sheet from the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.

Food and Mood - Find out how and what you eat can affect how you feel.

JAMA Patient Page: Bipolar Disorder - The American Medical Association offers this information.

MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia - The Health Illustrated Encyclopedia from MedlinePlus includes over 4,000 articles about diseases, tests, symptoms, injuries, and surgeries. It also contains an extensive library of medical photographs and illustrations. Please check the alphabetic listing for the topic you want.

Mental Health Providers: Find One To Suit Your Needs - The Mayo Clinic provides this fact sheet to help you find just the right therapist.

Psychotherapy: How It Works and How It Can Help - Learn how from the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.

Saying No To Negative Thinking - Learn how to get a grip on negative thinking.

Signs and Symptoms of Mood Disorders - Learn more from the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.

Understanding Hospitalization for Mental Health - Find out more about this from the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.