Top Bipolar Disorder Websites

Finding information about bipolar disorder on the internet is not hard, but finding the right information about bipolar disorder is another matter. With the "anything goes" attitude about the internet, there is literally no telling what fallacies have been published. So, here is a list of some of the very best websites containing true information about bipolar disorder.

DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) - The DBSA's website is one of the best sources of factual information about bipolar disorder on the web. Also, the organization posts information about DBSA hosted events, such as the national convention and local support groups. There is a portion of the website that allows visitors to search for local chapters of the DBSA. There are many resources on the website for ways to get involved with the bipolar community. The website also contains media related to depression and bipolar disorder. For more information, please visit: http://www.dbsalliance.org

NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) - This website contains a vast library of reliable information on mental illnesses, and that includes bipolar disorder. Information included ranges from the usual signs and symptoms to information about illnesses that can co-exist with bipolar disorder. Other information listed includes resources for seeking help and outreach programs. For more information, please visit: http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/bipolar-disorder/complete-index.shtml

Bipolar Central - This website contains a wealth of information about bipolar disorder. More so than most other sites, Bipolar Central provides links to current news about bipolar disorder. While the website is not a nicely organized as the DBSA or NIMH websites, there is still a great deal of information to be found. Also, Bipolar Central contains a link to free resources. For more information, please visit: http://www.bipolarcentral.com/

eMedicineHealth - This website contains some of the best organized information about bipolar disorder, rivaled only by the NIMH website. While the information provided is not as in-depth at NIMH, the information is perhaps more user-friendly for visitors that are just looking for an overview of bipolar disorder. This page is completely free of medical jargon. For more information, please visit: http://www.emedicinehealth.com/bipolar_disorder/article_em.htm

WebMD - WebMD has a long reputation of being reliable for containing an overview of information, but the Bipolar Disorder Health Center on this website is fairly in-depth. There are links to media and news, as well as a place to talk with someone about bipolar disorder. Overall, it is a very impressive site. For more information, please visit: http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/

Information about bipolar disorder is out there for those willing to look. Listed above are the five best websites for those seeking information about bipolar disorder.