Resources

The resources provided on this page are intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline- Dial 988 or visit 988lifeline.org

Free, 24/7 confidential support for people in distress.

SAMHSA National Helpline- 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Provides free and confidential treatment referrals and information.
The Trevor Project- Helpline: 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 678678
The Trevor Project’s mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ young people. Their trained counselors connect with LGBTQ young people 24/7, 365 days a year.
Veterans Crisis Line
For veterans in crisis, call 988 and press 1 or text 838255.
Bipolar Caregivers

Provides easily accessible information for caregivers of people with bipolar disorder.

Bipolar Network News
Provides the latest news on bipolar disorder research and treatment.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
Offers peer-based, wellness-oriented support and empowering services and resources for people with mood disorder, including depression and bipolar disorder. 
International Bipolar Foundation (IBPF)
IBPF’s mission is to improve the understanding and treatment of bipolar disorder through research, to promote care and support resources for individuals and caregivers, and to erase stigma through education.
Man Therapy
Provides men, and the people who care about them, information about men’s mental health, how to recognize signs and physical manifestations of stress, examine their own wellness, and connect with resources.
Mental Health America (MHA)

Community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Provides information about mental illnesses, treatment options, support groups and programs, and the alliance’s advocacy efforts. You can also find your local NAMI chapter.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) – samhsa.gov
Has a treatment locator and 24/7 helpline (1-800-662-HELP) for mental health and substance use disorders.
Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance (S&PAA)
Wants to create a movement for systemic change to improve care, support, and equity for the millions of people living with schizophrenia and psychosis spectrum disorders.
WISE: Initiative for Stigma Elimination

Unites people across the nation to support those touched by mental illness & addiction.

Dauten Family Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation at Massachusetts General Hospital
Conducts research studies, offers consultations, and provides treatment for bipolar disorder.
International Society for Bipolar Disorders (ISBD)
Fosters international collaboration in education, research, and clinical care to improve the lives of those with bipolar disorder and related conditions.
Johns Hopkins Bipolar Disorders Clinic
Specializes in advancing research and patient care for individuals with bipolar disorder.
Mayo Clinic Depression Center
Includes the Mood Disorders Unit, an inpatient program that treats adults whose bipolar depression greatly affects daily living or safety.
M.I.N.D. Clinic for Mood and Personality Disorders
Dedicated to research on mood disorders, including bipolar disorder, focusing on prevention of suicide and self-injury.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Offers scientific research, clinical trial information, and educational resources.
Overcoming Self-Stigma in Bipolar Disorder (OSSiBD)
One-of-a-kind program designed to help reduce self-stigma in individuals living with bipolar disorder.
Stanford University Bipolar Disorder Clinic
Provides specialized, evidence-based, measurement-based consultation and treatments of adults with bipolar disorder.
Stanley Medical Research Institute (SMRI)
A nonprofit organization supporting research on the causes and treatments for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
UT Health Austin Bipolar Disorder Center
Diagnoses, treats, and manages bipolar disorder in patients (16-75 years of age).
American Bar Association (ABA)
Provides resources and referrals to help individuals find legal assistance, including matters related to mental health.
ABLE Accounts (Achieving a Better Life Experience)
Tax-advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities, including those with bipolar disorder, allowing them to save for disability-related expenses without affecting eligibility for public benefits.
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Advocates for the rights of individuals with mental health conditions, offering resources on legal issues such as discrimination and access to services.
Disability Care Center
Offers information and resources on disability benefits such as how to apply for disability, how to qualify with bipolar disorder, and local Social Security resources.
Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation
Offers financial assistance to underinsured individuals with chronic conditions, including bipolar disorder, to help cover out-of-pocket treatment costs.
Symptom Self-Management and Therapy Skills
CBT Companion

– Free to download with some in-app purchases for premium material
– CBT skills and thought records/symptom logs to continue tracking their moods

DBT Coach

– Free to download and use
– Allows users to practice DBT skills through videos, animations, and exercises/practices that are similar to worksheets in DBT skills training

PolarUs

– Free to download and use
– Evidence-based self-management tools for bipolar disorder

Mood Monitoring
eMoods

– Free, with Enhanced ($50/year) and Pro ($100/year) option
– Tracks elevated mood in addition to other symptoms

Mood Monitoring
MyTherapy

– Free to download
– Good for individuals who need more structure around medication reminders

Meditation
Calm

– Subscription-based after trial period

Headspace

– Subscription-based after trial period

Insight Timer

– Free to download and use
– Good, free app with recorded mindfulness meditation exercises

Journaling
Reflectly

– Free to download, with a premium option that costs $9.99 a month
– Journaling app that utilizes AI to help structure and reflect upon daily thoughts or problems

Books

– An Unquiet Mind: A Memoir of Moods and Madness
– Bipolar General: My Forever War with Mental Illness
– BrainStorm: From Broken to Blessed on the Bipolar Spectrum
– Darkness Visible: A Memoir of Madness
– Managing Your Depression: What You Can Do to Feel Better
– Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Bipolar Disorder
– Mood Disorders: A Practical Guide, 2nd edition
– The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide: What You and Your Family Need to Know, 2nd edition
– The Bipolar II Disorder Workbook
– The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Depression: A Step-by-Step Program, 2nd edition
– The Feeling Good Handbook
– The Mindful Way Through Depression: Freeing Yourself From Chronic Unhappiness
– The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression
– The Wellness Workbook for Bipolar Disorder