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International Bipolar Foundation

Our free programs support individuals with bipolar disorder thru education, empowerment & advocacy.
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Improve understanding & treatment of bipolar disorder through research; to promote care & support resources for individuals & caregivers; & to erase stigma

10/01/2025

Ever feel like your moods are changing faster than you can keep up? That may qualify as rapid cycling, and while it can be tough, there are ways to manage the ride. 💚

Scroll through for tips and support.

09/29/2025

It’s okay not to feel okay. Model and activist Rosie Viva opens up about life with bipolar, and gives a message to her younger version dealing with her diagnosis. 💚

Watch Rosie's webinar with IBPF at ibpf.org/learn/education/educational-videos/, where she shares more about her lived experience.

09/27/2025

ADHD and bipolar disorder often overlap, but they aren’t the same. 🧩 🧠

Getting the right diagnosis and treatment can make all the difference. Tracking symptoms, sharing your full history with your provider, and asking about treatment options for both conditions are powerful steps forward.

This post is based on an article by Dr. David Osser in Psychiatric Times. Want to learn more? Head to the link in our bio to watch Dr. Osser’s webinar, where he discusses ADHD, bipolar, and other common comorbidities.

09/25/2025

David, our Face of Hope and Recovery for this week, shares a bit about his personal journey with bipolar 1 and how it has affected his day to day life, along with some things he is proud of and some advice for those who may need it. 💚💪

Read his inspiring story and more at the link in our bio!

09/23/2025

💚 Having a safety plan is one of the most powerful tools for managing bipolar disorder. It’s your personal roadmap for recognizing early warning signs, finding healthy coping strategies, and knowing exactly who and what to turn to in tough moments. Creating one ahead of time helps you feel more prepared if a crisis comes.

Download your free Brown & Stanley safety plan template at the link in our bio and start building your plan today.

09/21/2025

You can help bring comfort and hope to children in a crisis. Our HUGS for Kids program delivers comfort kits with supportive notes that remind kids they are loved, strong, and never alone. 👼

Want to get involved?

💚 Contribute by sponsoring a child for just $5.
💌 Share the link to our donation page with loved ones.
🎉 Can't contribute? Celebrate your birthday by hosting a fundraiser on Instagram or Facebook to sponsor HUGS kits.

Find everything you need in the link in our bio!

09/19/2025

This week's Face of Hope and Recovery, Juliano, shares his journey of being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and how he continues to build a joyful, meaningful life. Juliano also offers his personal words of encouragement for anyone who might be facing their own challenges. 💚 🌇

Discover more of Juliano’s story at the link in our bio.

09/18/2025

✨ Big news from in Japan!

Dr. Mike Griffith (Chair, International Bipolar Foundation), Debbie Shaffer (Executive Director, ), and Peter Westlake (Founder, MindNumbers) at the opening day of the International Society of Bipolar Disorders Conference.

Debbie and Peter presented IBPF Assist — a first-of-its-kind bipolar chatbot that answers your questions with trusted sources, anytime you need them. 💬

🤝 Developed in collaboration with MindNumbers.
👉 Try it today at https://apps.apple.com/redeem/?ctx=offercodes&id=6723892281&code=IBPFAUG2025

09/17/2025

Exciting announcement 🚨 A world-first breakthrough in bipolar research is on its way!

Swinburne University’s BEAT Lab is developing the Tipping Point project: a wearable alert system that uses sleep and activity data to predict bipolar episodes days in advance. This innovation could change bipolar care forever, shifting from reaction to prevention.

💡 Imagine a future where mood episodes no longer catch people off guard. That future may be on the horizon!

09/15/2025

You may have heard of “bipolar eyes.” While it’s not a clinical term, changes in brain chemistry during manic or depressive episodes can sometimes affect how the eyes appear. 👀 💚

But here’s the important part: eyes alone can’t diagnose bipolar disorder. The real signs come from shifts in mood, energy, sleep, and behavior.

💡 If you notice persistent changes in yourself or someone you love, reaching out for support is the most meaningful step forward.

09/13/2025

Actress Gabrielle Anwar is opening up about her decades-long journey with bipolar disorder. From childhood struggles and violent rages to finally finding stability through treatment, her story is one of honesty, resilience, and hope.

✨💚 Her courage in sharing her experience helps break stigma and reminds us that healing is possible.

09/11/2025

This week's Face of Hope and Recovery, Emma, gives a personal perspective on being diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She touches on how she manages to have a happy and fulfilling life, and gives some heartfelt advice to those who may be struggling. 💚🌷

Read more of the lovely Emma's story at the link in our bio!

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1050 Rosecrans Street
San Diego, CA
92106

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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http://www.ibpf.org/

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International Bipolar Foundation (IBPF), formerly known as California Bipolar Foundation, was founded in June 2007 in San Diego, California by four parents with children affected by bipolar disorder. Well aware of the trauma that bipolar disorder causes for consumers and their families, these parents felt compelled to do something constructive to help.

IBPF is made up of a founding Executive Committee, a Scientific Advisory Board, Honorary Board, Advisory Council and a Consumer Advisory Council. Agency committees include the Finance Committee, Marketing Committee, Development Committee, Governance Committee and Programs Committee.

Our mission is to empower individuals living with bipolar disorder and their caregivers by providing advocacy, education, support, and awareness—fostering a caring community and stigma-free world where mental health is equitably acknowledged and treated.

We envision wellness, dignity and respect for people living with bipolar disorder, and a world free of mental health stigma.