- Contents
- What is bipolar disorder?
- What are the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder?
- How is bipolar disorder diagnosed?
- What illnesses often co-exist with bipolar disorder?
- What are the risk factors for bipolar disorder?
- Genetics
- Brain structure and functioning
- How is bipolar disorder treated?
- Medications
- Psychotherapy
- Other treatments
- What research is NIMH doing to improve treatments for bipolar disorder?
- How can I help a friend or relative who has bipolar disorder?
- How can caregivers find support?
- How can I help myself if I have bipolar disorder?
- Where can I go for help?
- What if I or someone I know is in crisis?
- Citations
- For more information on bipolar disorder
What if I or someone I know is in crisis?
If you are thinking about harming yourself, or know someone who is, tell someone who can help immediately.
- Call your doctor.
- Call 911 or go to a hospital emergency room to get immediate help or ask a friend or family member to help you do these things.
- Call the toll-free, 24-hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255); TTY: 1-800-799-4TTY (4889) to talk to a trained counselor.
Make sure you or the suicidal person is not left alone.
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