Bipolar used to be known as 'manic depression', because people tend to experience extreme moods – both low (depressed), and high or excited (manic). If you notice these symptoms in yourself or someone close to you, it's important to seek professional support and treatment.
Source: Beyond Blue
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GENERAL INFO
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Health Direct: Bipolar disorder
Psych Guides: Bipolar disorder
Psych Guides: Bipolar Disorder Symptoms, Causes and Effects
SELF-HELP
Talk to your GP/doctor or contact Your Crew to
help you such as help you speak to your parents or get you to your doctor.
If you feel at immediate risk call 000
Call Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
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Psych guides: How to Find Help Treating Bipolar Disorder
Psych Guides: Bipolar Disorder Treatment Program Options
FORUMS, TOOLS & VIDEOS
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Crewing for or Helping Others
Sometimes, it can be hard to know what to do to support someone. You may feel stressed or scared you'll say the wrong thing.
Remember your main role as Crew or a supportive friend or family is to listen, acknowledge and communicate support. That can mean calling a professional service such as Kids Helpline or, in an emergency, calling 000 They can also guide you on what to do.
See How to Ask If Your Friend Is OK video
If you are under 18 years old, you can also reach out to an adult or your Crew to help you support someone.
See Professional and Urgent Help for a list of services with live phone numbers and links
See Pathways to Help
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