Bipolar Disorder and Manic Depression
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What is mania?
About
Bipolar II disorder can switch to bipolar I disorder. Learn more about manic depression, and the warning signs, symptoms, and risks of mania.
Suicide is not the answer
Suicide
If you are experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder (manic depression) , get help now. If you feel like your life is in danger, call 911 immediately.
Gay? Questioning? Depressed?
Trevor Project
It's hard to be different. It's definitely hard to be a teenager. If you're suffering from manic depression (bipolar disorder), contact The Trevor Project 24 hours a day.
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Be a friend
SAMSHA
Know someone with manic depression, but don't know how to help? Have you recently been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, but don't know how to tell your friends? Watch this video.
Pamphlet for teens
DB Alliance
Are you a teen with bad mood swings? Find out more about depression and bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, and fill out a symptom check-list.
You are not alone
Bipolar World
Read personal stories of people living with bipolar disorder. Find out what treatments have helped them with manic episodes and periods of depression.
Chat with others
Bipolar World
Read and post on forums, or discuss bipolar disorder (manic depression) on live-chat, with others affected by it. Select the specific community that suits your needs.
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Read short, concise answers to questions regarding bipolar disorder, manic depression, and related conditions, from the people who train doctors.
What is bipolar disorder?
Help Guide
Learn the signs, symptoms, causes and triggers of bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, with this simple-to-read and thorough guide.
Bipolar I vs bipolar II
About
The key differences in bipolar disorder, formerly manic depression, types I and II are briefly explained.
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Peaks and valleys
Mayo Clinic
Cyclothymia is a milder form of bipolar disorder (manic depression), but carries similar risks
A study found that many people with manic depression (bipolar disorder) are being treated for a different condition, leading to the wrong medication and failure to improve.
Things you can do
HelpGuide
Living with manic depression / bipolar disorder is not easy, but there are steps you can to take to help control your mood. Learn to recognize the warning signs of a mood change before things get worse.
What parents can do
BP Kids
From symptoms, to differential diagnosis, to finding the right doctor, learn more about caring for your teen with manic depression (bipolar disorder).
Bipolar video
Wired MD
Have you or someone you know recently been diagnosed with bipolar disorder/manic depression? Find out more with this easy-to-understand video.

