Bipolar Disorder (or manic-depressive illness) is a disorder that causes big changes in a person’s mood, energy, and ability to function.  It is different from the normal ups and downs that everyone goes through.  The mood changes in bipolar disorder are very severe and can affect your life.

Almost 6 million adults have bipolar disorder in the United States.

Links for General Information about Bipolar Disorder

Network of Care – Bipolar Disorder in Adults

Network of Care – Bipolar Disorder in Childhood and Adolescence

National Institute for Mental Health – Bipolar

National Alliance for Mental Health – Bipolar

Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation

Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance

Source:    Bipolar Disorder.  New York State Office of Mental Health.  June 2008.