Bipolar Disorder
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Bipolar Disorder, formerly known as Manic Depression, is a type of mood disorder that extends beyond the normal ups and downs of life. It is a serious medical condition and an important health concern in the United States. It is characterized by a clearly defined period whereby there is an abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive or irritable mood. This period must persist for at least one week and is called a manic episode, or mania. When mania occurs, it is often, although not always, followed by a depressive episode involving classic depressive symptoms.
Resource Organizations » Bipolar Disorder
12 listing(s), including 1 offering support groups
In Massachusetts
Bipolar Clinic and Research Program (BCRP)
The BCRP conducts a variety of Clinical Trials. Patients who meet
eligibility requirements for research projects will be invited to
participate in ongoing studies. Current studies include clinical
trials of new treatments as well as several studies that involve
brain imaging or biochemical tests.
The BCRP provides ongoing treatment to adult patients with bipolar disorder, including medication treatment and psychosocial or talk therapy where appropriate.
The BCRP provides ongoing treatment to adult patients with bipolar disorder, including medication treatment and psychosocial or talk therapy where appropriate.
Depression Bipolar Support Alliance of Boston (DBSA-Boston)
dbsaboston.org
Offers support group(s)
P.O. Box 102
115 Mill Street
Belmont, MA 02478617-855-2795 x phone
617-855-3666 x fax
DBSA-Boston (formerly known as MDDA-Boston) is a resource for
people with affective disorders - and their families and friends.
Affective disorders such as bipolar disorder (manic-depressive
illness) and clinical depression affect millions of people every
year. Coping with these disorders is difficult enough, but coping
alone can be even tougher.
DBSA-Boston (Depression Bipolar Support Alliance) is a nonprofit, self-help organization run by and for people with affective disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder. DBSA members come together to share support and information with others in similar situations.
DBSA-Boston (Depression Bipolar Support Alliance) is a nonprofit, self-help organization run by and for people with affective disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder. DBSA members come together to share support and information with others in similar situations.
Gould Farm
Gould Farm is the first residential therapeutic community in the
nation dedicated to helping adults with mental illness move toward
recovery, health and greater independence through community living,
meaningful work and individual clinical care.
In a supportive community environment made up of residents, staff and their families, we help adults with depression, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia begin to rebuild and regain their lives. Gould Farm offers a full continuum of care, with a Boston-area program for those ready for new challenges and structured transition.
In a supportive community environment made up of residents, staff and their families, we help adults with depression, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia begin to rebuild and regain their lives. Gould Farm offers a full continuum of care, with a Boston-area program for those ready for new challenges and structured transition.
McMan's Depression and Bipolar Web
John is an award-winning mental health journalist and author. He
has dedicated the last 13 years of his life to researching and
writing on depression and bipolar disorder for people like yourself
- patients and loved ones. He knows where you are coming from. He
is also a patient, as well as a loved one.
Here, you will find nearly 250 articles (plus videos) that will give you greater insight into your thoughts and feelings and behaviors and help you make your own choices in getting well and staying well. Thanks for stopping by. Jump in wherever you like ...
Here, you will find nearly 250 articles (plus videos) that will give you greater insight into your thoughts and feelings and behaviors and help you make your own choices in getting well and staying well. Thanks for stopping by. Jump in wherever you like ...
Needham Coalition for Suicide Prevention
(Needham only )
needhamacts.orgc/o Needham Community Council
51 Lincoln Street
Needham, MA 02492781-444-2415
The Needham Coalition for Suicide Prevention was organized in 2006
as a community response to the deaths by suicide of four young
people over the previous eighteen-month period. It is a broad-based
coalition reaching out to the town's diverse constituencies across
the age continuum. NEEDHAM ACTS is the Coalition's website. It
offers information for all ages on how to recognize the warning
signs of suicide and connect with a variety of local services to
prevent suicide.
Needham Health Department
The Needham Health Department offers a range of mental health
services for citizens of the town. Public Health Nurses provide
confidential counseling and referrals to all ages. Short-term
home-based services for at-risk teenagers and their families are
provided through Riverside Community Care's Alternative Youth
Services program. The program includes family counseling, advocacy,
information, and referral. Call the Health Department for more
information on these free services. The town's Substance Abuse
Prevention and Education program provides informational programs,
educational resources, and confidential substance abuse support
services for Needham youth, adults, and seniors. Contact Carol Read
at the Health Department to find out more about inpatient and
outpatient treatment, individual and group counseling, and peer
support resources regarding substance abuse, addiction and chemical
dependency.
Needham Youth Services
This is a town-funded department which provides professional and
confidential mental health services to youth and their families in
Needham. It offers support, information, and direction on issues
such as peer relationships, stress, grief and loss, substance use,
suicide, and other concerns. Most services are free of charge. The
department collaborates regularly with civic and community
organizations on a variety of projects.
S.T.E.P. Up 4 Kids
435 Furnace Street
Marshfield, MA 02050781-545-9909
866-992-KIDS
S.T.E.P. Up 4 Kids is a nonprofit charitable foundation committed
to supporting children and teens with early-onset bipolar disorder,
depression and related spectrum disorders. The organization's
fundamental objective is to provide reliable resources to parents,
teachers, medical professionals and counselors to be best equipped
to advocate for children with these disorders. Founded by Kelley
Kupfer, a registered nurse and parent of a bipolar child, and Mary
Ann McDonnell, APRN, BC, a nationally-recognized researcher and
nurse practitioner specializing in pediatric psychopharmacology and
behavioral therapy, S.T.E.P. Up 4 Kid's mission is inherent in the
name, to:
Support Teach Educate Prevent
Support Teach Educate Prevent
The Bipolar Child
The National Alliance on Mental Illness
namimass.org
400 West Cummings Park
Suite 6650
Woburn, MA 01801781-938-4048
Toll Free: 800-370-9085
Fax: 781-938-4069
The National Alliance on Mental Illness maintains a helpline for
informaion on mental illnesses and referrals to local groups. The
local self-help groups have support and adocacy components and
offer education and information about community services for
families and individuals. For information about the Alliance's
affiliates and activities in MA, contact NAMI Massachusetts.
Outside Massachusetts
The Balanced Mind Foundation
The Balanced Mind Foundation guides families raising children with
mood disorders to the answers, support and stability they seek.
The Balanced Mind Foundation envisions a world where children living with mood disorders thrive because their families have the resources, community and support they need.
The Balanced Mind Foundation envisions a world where children living with mood disorders thrive because their families have the resources, community and support they need.
The Brain and Behavior Research Foundation
The Brain and Behavior Research Foundation (formerly NARSAD, the
National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression) is
committed to alleviating the suffering of mental illness by
awarding grants that will lead to advances and breakthroughs in
scientific research. The BBR Foundation offers news on the research
it funds as well as information (documents and videos) about these
and other disorders in children and adults. It also provides
guidance and resources for families coping with a child or parent
with mental illness.
Additional Sources of Information
- Helping Children and Youth With Bipolar Disorder: Systems of Care, from SAMHSA's National Mental Health Information Center.
- New York Times Health Guides:
Disclaimer: Material on the MSPP INTERFACE Referral Service website is intended as general information. It is not a recommendation for treatment, nor should it be considered medical or mental health advice. The MSPP INTERFACE Referral Service urges families to discuss all information and questions related to medical or mental health care with a health care professional.
