Resource Guide for Bipolar Disorder

Address:

1000 Skokie Blvd., Suite 570

Wilmette, IL 60091

Email Address:

cabf@bpkids.org

Internet Address:

http://www.bpkids.org

Description of Services Provided:

CABF provides articles, journals, families' stories, current research, news, a message board, and support for the families of children and teens with bipolar disorder.

Address:

730 N. Franklin St., Suite 501

Chicago, IL 60610-7204

Phone:

1-800-826-3632

Internet Address:

http://www.dbsalliance.org

Description of Services Provided:

DBSA provides information on mood disorders, a list of support groups with chapters, personal stories, programs, publications, resources, and advocacy.

Address:

Public Information and Communication Branch

6001 Executive Blvd., Rm. 8184, MSC 9664

Bethesda, MD 20892-9663

Phone:

1-866-615-6464

Email Address:

nimhinfo@nih.gov

Internet Address:

http://www.nimh.nih.gov

Description of Services Provided:

NIMH is part of the National Institutes of Health. The website provides information about bipolar disorder, including symptoms and treatment, and how to locate mental health services in your area.

Internet Address:

http://www.pendulum.org

Description of Services Provided:

Pendulum provides information for consumers and professionals on bipolar disorder, including information on diagnostic criteria, medicines, alternative treatments, and support groups, as well as related links.