Explains hypomania and mania, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family.
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app-network.org
Information and support for anyone affected by postpartum psychosis.
0333 323 3880
bipolaruk.org
Information and support for people affected by bipolar disorder, hypomania and mania.
babcp.com
Information about cognitive behavioural therapy and related treatments, including details of accredited therapists.
bacp.co.uk
Professional body for talking therapy and counselling. Provides information and a list of accredited therapists.
healthtalk.org
Information about people's experiences of mental health problems and treatments, including audio and videos.
hearing-voices.org
Information and support for people who hear voices or have other unshared perceptions, including local support groups.
nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service
Information about local NHS therapy and counselling services, which you can often self-refer to (England only).
medhelp.org/land/mood-tracker
moodscope.com
moodchart.org
moodpanda.com
Some examples of mood diaries – many more are available. Mind doesn't endorse any particular one.
nice.org.uk
Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.
nhs.uk
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
116 123 (freephone)
[email protected]
Chris, Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 90 90
Stirling FK8 2SA
samaritans.org
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk. You can visit some Samaritans branches in person. Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
This information was published in January 2020. We will revise it in 2023.
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