Bipolar Disorder Resources
Bipolar Disorder is characterized by cycles of depression and mania. These mood swings, which are out of proportion or unrelated to events in a person’s life, affect thoughts, feelings, physical health, behaviour, and functioning.
AMI-Quebec has a support group both for people living with bipolar and for their families and friends. For more information click here. To explore all our programs, click here.
For other organizations that can help you understand and cope with bipolar in yourself or in a loved one, please see below.
| ORGANIZATION (website) | PHONE | DESCRIPTION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| bpHope | Website | Print and digital magazine about bipolar, forum support groups [E] | USA |
| Canadian Mental Health Association | Website | Information on depression and bipolar disorder [E/F] | Canada (ON) |
| Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance | 1-800-826-3632 | Education, tools and resources for people with bipolar & depression; 24 hour Helpline [E] | USA |
| Douglas Institute Bipolar Program | 514-761-6131 x3303 | Specialized treatment for bipolar disorder [E/F] (referral needed) | Montreal (Verdun) |
| Friends for Mental Health | 514-636-6885 | Support groups and counseling for caregivers only [E/F] | Montreal (West Island) |
| Getting Better...My Way | Website | A self-management support tool. Does not replace psychotherapy or medication, but can help you until you have access to therapy [E/F] | Online |
| Healthline (Bipolar Disorder) | Website | Information about bipolar [E] | Online (USA) |
| Mood Disorders Association of Ontario | 1-888-486-8236 | Online forums, virtual peer support groups, information and education [E] | ON |
| National Alliance for the Mentally Ill | 1-800-950-6264 | Education, programs, and support groups for those living with Bipolar Disorder and other mental health conditions. [E] | USA |
| Relief (formerly Revivre) | 1-866-738-4873 | Education, resources, support groups, counseling [F; some E groups] | Montreal (Plateau) |
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