Bipolar Disorder Biography Project

I have been struggling quite badly for a significant period of time with what could be described as a bipolar relapse. It's a very isolating experience. What makes it slightly more bearable is knowing that there are others out there who still maintain meaningful lives whilst battling this awful condition. That there is no single story of bipolar disorder is true - this website is a useful resource that reminds us that there is hope.......even, and especially, when that hope has seemingly atrophied: https://www.bipolarbiography.com/

If you or someone else is experiencing an immediate mental health crisis or emergency in the UK, urgent support is available:

Immediate Emergency Help

• Call 999 or go to your nearest A&E: If someone’s life is at risk (such as if they have seriously harmed themselves or are about to attempt suicide). Treat a mental health emergency with the same seriousness as a physical one. (Do not drive yourself to A&E; call 999 for an ambulance or ask someone else to drive). 

• Call 111: Call the NHS 111 service or use NHS 111 online and select the mental health option for 24/7 urgent medical advice and connection to local mental health services (across England and Wales).

• Contact your GP: Call your surgery and ask for an emergency mental health appointment.

24/7 Helplines & Text Services (Free and Confidential)

• Samaritans: Call 116 123 (open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year) for free, confidential emotional support if you are struggling to cope or having thoughts of suicide.

• Shout Crisis Text Line: Text SHOUT to 85258 for a free, confidential, 24/7 text support service if you prefer writing down how you feel rather than talking on the phone.

• Childline: Call 0800 1111 (open 24/7) for free, confidential support for anyone under the age of 19.

  
  

Mental Health Charities & Information Hubs

• Mind: Offers guidance on coping during a crisis, local Mind services, and an Infoline at 0300 102 1234 (open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday).

• Mental Health UK: Provides free downloadable guides, tools for talking to your GP, and self-help resources for anxiety, burnout, and stress.

• Hub of Hope: The UK’s largest mental health support directory, allowing you to search for local, national, peer, and clinical services by your postcode. 

• SANEline: Call 0300 124 7900 for specialist emotional support and information regarding mental illness.