Links between bipolar and ADHD
20% of us with bipolar have ADHD and 20% of people with ADHD also have bipolar. Missed diagnoses are common and order of treatment important
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The magnificent Seven walk again!
Our fundraising Kiltwalk takes place once a year in order that our activities REMAIN FREE TO EVERYONE living locally with Bipolar.
The Edinburgh Kiltwalk for bipolar 2024
The Edinburgh Kiltwalk on Sunday 15th Sept in aid of Bipolar Edinburgh. Please help so our activities REMAIN FREE TO EVERYONE w/ bipolar.
Sleep and Circadian Rhythms in Bipolar
Disrupted sleep such as jetlag can really aggravate bipolar, and changes in our moods can affect our sleep in so many ways. A vicious cycle.
The ketogenic metabolic therapy diet
A fascinating Zoom presentation to the Lothian Bipolar Group by world-leading author Julie A. Fast. Julie is a world leading mental...
Bipolar Overspending & Debt
The risks of overspending and making rash purchase decisions are very high when we are manic and hypomanic through bipolar.
Problem gambling and Aripiprazole /Abilify
Aripiprazole is commonly prescribed for the treatment of bipolar and is now associated with an increased risk of problematic gambling.
Advocacy Support with Welfare Benefits
Advocard's benefits guru, Arlene Astley gave us a run-through of the changes to benefits that are occurring and the free help available.
Cultivating Healthy Relationships with Bipolar
Bipolar affects every relationship we have with someone at some point in our lives. We list some of the discussion points that come up.
Edinburgh Leisure Community Access Programme
Bipolar Edinburgh as an ELCAP partner organisation has recently resumed discounted group sessions: keep an eye on the calendar for...
Bipolar Research Matters
Bipolar Edinburgh April: HELIOS-BD research study update Written by Dr Amber Roguski, PhD & Dr Nicole Needham, MRCPsych In January 2024...
Book Review: Befriending Bipolar
A very readable account of Oliver Seligman’s experience with bipolar. Oliver is a monk, author and inspirational speaker and was diagnosed
CARDS - Alcohol Use Disorder
CARDS from Rowan Alba is a volunteer befriending service. We heard from volunteers Michaela and Catherine talk about Alcohol Use Disorder.
Bipolar peer support service
Our free peer support service is for people aged 18-65 living in Edinburgh with a bipolar diagnosis.
Helios BD Study
The Helios BD study aims to deepen our understanding of disrupted circadian rhythms with bipolar and how Lithium might reduce sensitivity.
Making Access Easy!
What is the Access Card? A universal access registration scheme to support you to communicate your evidenced access requirements across...
Challenges of the Festive Season
We know from experience that this time of year can be challenging. Here are some helpful hints & tips from previous group discussions.
Intensive Home Treatment Team
The IHTT is a 24/7 service which provides intensive, short-term, home-based care for people experiencing a crisis due to mental illness.
sketching workshops
Sketching mindfully is a great way of supporting your wellbeing. Join us for this FREE series of 6 sketching workshops in Edinburgh.
Bipolar Edinburgh art commission unveiled!
Bipolar Edinburgh art commission winner Erical McCracken unveiled her work at the Lothian Bipolar Group meeting
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