Bipolar UK

Bipolar UK A community built by and for people affected by bipolar. We offer free peer support, lead impactful research, and campaign for change 💙

We're the national charity dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by the much misunderstood and devastating life-long illness of bipolar

We provide a range of services to enable people affected by bipolar and associated illnesses to take control of their lives. Each year we reach out and support over 80,000 individuals through our services and information/advice publications. W

e also work in partnership with research organisations and campaign for new developments to tackle key issues. We believe the key to coping with bipolar is an early diagnosis, acceptance of the illness and adapting your lifestyle. Management of the illness can be achieved through strategies involving medication, health care, therapy and self management. We work to ensure all individuals with bipolar can manage their illness and lead independent lives. We endorse the principles of equality and diversity in all our activities. With the amazing support of our staff team, volunteers, members, service users, supporters and partnering organisations we all work to support individuals affected by bipolar.

Recall notice: A small number of sertraline 100mg packs have been recalled after finding they contained the wrong medica...
30/04/2026

Recall notice: A small number of sertraline 100mg packs have been recalled after finding they contained the wrong medication.

If you take sertraline 100mg, check the batch/lot number on the side of the box.
If you have batch/lot number V2500425, check the blister pack inside.

✅ Says sertraline 100mg? No action needed.
⚠️ Says citalopram 40mg? Contact your pharmacy as soon as possible for advice.

If you have taken the incorrect medication, you may notice mild side effects like nausea, headache or sleep changes. If you're worried, please speak to a pharmacist, GP or call NHS 111.

Our Maybe it’s bipolar? campaign film has won the Silver People’s Choice Award at the 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards! 🎉...
29/04/2026

Our Maybe it’s bipolar? campaign film has won the Silver People’s Choice Award at the 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards! 🎉

From all of us at Bipolar UK, thank you to everyone who voted and shared their support 💙

We’d also like to extend a special thank you to the cast and crew of this powerful film, who poured their lived experience and skill into it.

With an average 9.5 year diagnosis delay, too many people are still missing out on life‑changing support and treatment.

The film, and the campaign as a whole, is all about encouraging those who may be living with undiagnosed bipolar to take that all important first-step towards understanding.

As Rosie Viva, co-creator of the film, put it: "While the years that followed were extremely challenging, looking back, my diagnosis ultimately saved my life.”

Watch the film here 👇
https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/maybe-its-bipolar

What a weekend! 🏃‍➡️ A huge congratulations and thank you to everyone who ran the TCS London Marathon for Bipolar UK, ra...
28/04/2026

What a weekend! 🏃‍➡️

A huge congratulations and thank you to everyone who ran the TCS London Marathon for Bipolar UK, raising an incredible £20,000!

Every penny you've raised goes towards building a better world for everyone affected by bipolar.

We're so proud of everyone who took part. From all of us at Bipolar UK, thank you 💙

If you're feeling inspired... the ballot is now open for the 2027 TCS London Marathon!

Enter today 👇
https://www.londonmarathonevents.co.uk/london-marathon

Our free, peer support groups are here for anyone affected by bipolar across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Led by...
27/04/2026

Our free, peer support groups are here for anyone affected by bipolar across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Led by volunteers with lived experience, these groups offer a safe, understanding space to connect with people who truly get it 🤝

There’s no pressure to talk - you’re welcome to share as much or as little as you like, ask questions, or simply listen. Groups meet regularly, both in person and online, so you can choose what works best for you 💬

🔎 Find a support group near you 👉 https://www.bipolaruk.org/get-support/find-a-support-group/

Good luck to all of our runners today in the ! 🏃‍➡️A huge thank you to Tim, Jamie, Glen, Peter, Isaac, James, Caroline ...
26/04/2026

Good luck to all of our runners today in the ! 🏃‍➡️

A huge thank you to Tim, Jamie, Glen, Peter, Isaac, James, Caroline and Jeanette for choosing to run for Bipolar UK 💙

Together you've already raised over £13,000, an incredible achievement.

Best of luck and we're cheering you on every step of the way! 👏

25/04/2026

In this clip from our World Bipolar Day webinar 'supporting someone with bipolar', Molly, Bipolar UK’s Services Manager, shares practical tips for staying well while supporting someone you love.

Drawing on her own experience of supporting her dad who lives with bipolar, Molly talks honestly about what’s helped, what to look out for, and why caring for your own wellbeing matters too.

Watch the full webinar recording 👉 https://www.bipolaruk.org/get-involved/world-bipolar-day/

23/04/2026

In this clip from our World Bipolar Day webinar 'supporting someone with bipolar', Em and Robyn Holdaway share their personal experience of navigating bipolar together, speaking honestly about communication and the realities of supporting a loved one.

Watch the full webinar recording for practical advice and expert insight 👉 https://www.bipolaruk.org/get-involved/world-bipolar-day/

It's your last chance to vote for us in the Smiley Charity Film Awards!Maybe it's bipolar? offers an authentic look at a...
20/04/2026

It's your last chance to vote for us in the Smiley Charity Film Awards!

Maybe it's bipolar? offers an authentic look at a day in the life of someone living with undiagnosed bipolar.

Created by and for people affected by bipolar, the film has already made a huge impact. Your vote will help us reach more people and make a real difference.

Vote here 👉 https://buff.ly/A52dOlL

A huge congratulations and thank you to everyone who ran for Bipolar UK last weekend!🏃‍♀️‍➡️ Our incredible runners took...
15/04/2026

A huge congratulations and thank you to everyone who ran for Bipolar UK last weekend!🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Our incredible runners took part in the Paris Marathon, Brighton Marathon and London Landmarks Half Marathon, raising an amazing £10,000 in total.

From all of us at Bipolar UK, thank you 💙

Interested in fundraising for Bipolar UK? Take a look at upcoming events 👇

https://www.bipolaruk.org/get-involved/fundraise-for-us/run/

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