Helpful links for patients and carers

Bipolar Disorder Research Network (BDRN) is the largest network of individuals with bipolar disorder and related mood disorders in the world.

Caring will affect us all at some point in our lives. We'll be here for you when that happens. With your help, we can be there for the 6,000 people who start looking after someone each day

Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem

Our vision is simple: to create a world where mental illness is understood, effectively treated, and ultimately prevented. With the help of our supporters and a global network of leading scientists we can make this a reality.

Whether you struggle with your mental health, know someone who does or feel like you could benefit from some resources to improve your mental health and wellbeing we are here to help and support you. On this site you will find advice, resources and links to help you.

NTW Trust has put together a range of self help guides. You may find the ones about depression and low mood, anxiety, and sleep problems particularly helpful

The Royal College of Psychiatrists have put together a range of leaflets for many mental health problems, including bipolar and depression.