Here is just a selection of web sites that you might find useful:
Let us know if you think we should add others to the list.
Bipolar
- BeyondBlue: An Australian organisation that provides links and information on mood disorders, including bipolar disorder.
- mcmanweb: Developed and maintained by John McManamy, a former journalist who lives with bipolar disorder. Site provides information and updates on current research and issues.
- PsychoEducation.org: Developed by Dr Jim Phellps provides extensie information and links.
- Black Dog Institute: The Black Dog is an education and research Institute. Its site includes information and opportunites for research participation.
- Bipolar.com.au: This is the Eli Lilly bipolar site. It contains lots of information and tools, including links to support web sites.
- Blue Pages: Provides information about depression. Developed at the Centre of Mental Health Research at the Australian National University.
- MoodGym: This is a free self help program which uses cognitive behavioural therapy to help people vulnerable to depression. Developed at the Centre of Mental Health Research at the Australian National University.
Useful contact numbers
Australia
- Lifeline telephone counselling: 13 11 14
- Click this link for Lifeline Australia's web page
Canada
- Click this link for your nearest crisis centre
New Zealand
Lifeline telephone counselling 0800 543 354
Click this link for Lifeline New Zealand's web page
United Kingdom
- The Samaritans National helpline 08457 909090
- Click this link for Samaritans UK
United States of America
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline1-800-273-TALK (8255)