Resources | Prechter Program
This resource list was compiled by the members of the Bipolar Disorder Learning Community, a multi-stakeholder healthcare improvement initiative of the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program.
General
Emergency Information
- Psychiatric Emergency Services at the University of Michigan
- Call of Text 988 from any phone to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
- Michigan Crisis and Access Line (MiCAL)
- Call 1-888-PEER-753 for certified peer support specialist
- 24/7 Hotline 1-800-231-1127; Text “Hello” 24/7
General Resources
- Living with Bipolar Disorder, informational resources compiled by the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program
- Mental Health Resource List, compiled by the Michigan Medicine Department of Psychiatry
- Book: Overcoming Bipolar Disorder (patients self management skills)
- Book: The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide by David Miklowitz (for families especially)
- International Society for Bipolar Disorders (ISBD) Knowledge Center
- Bipolar Disorder Brochure
Learning About Bipolar Disorder
- "Bipolar Disorder," National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
- "What is Bipolar Disorder?" from BP Magazine
- “The History of Bipolar: Through the Ages -It’s been there” from BP Magazine
- Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
- International Society for Bipolar Disorder (ISBD) patient resources
- Mayo Clinic bipolar disorder general information
- United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS) on bipolar disorder
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
- International Bipolar Foundation
- BP Magazine "Ask the Doctor" Columns Penned by Prechter Program Researchers
Resources for Children
- National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)
- Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD)
Resources for Family and Friends
- “Bipolar & Caregivers” from BP Magazine
- Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): For Friends & Family
- Family Support Groups led by NAMI Metro-Oakland, Wayne and Macomb Counties
- “Families in Action” Course led by NAMI Metro-Oakland, Wayne and Macomb Counties
Resources for University of Michigan Students
- University of Michigan Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
- University of Michigan University Health Service (UHS)
- University of Michigan’s Campus Mind Works
Medication Questions
Health Promotion
Alcohol and Drug Use
- “How alcohol affects bipolar management” from BP Magazine
- “Ask The Doctor: Dual Diagnosis— Coping With Bipolar & Substance Abuse” from BP Magazine
- “College & Bipolar: Strategies for Success” from BP Magazine
- Mind Matters: Bipolar Disorder and Addiction: Insights from Experts and Inspirations from Experience
Recovery Support
- University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services
- Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Resources
- MI Recovery (West Michigan)
- Mid-Michigan Recovery Services
- Washtenaw Alano Club
- Marijuana Anonymous
Sleep
- “4 Sleep Tips that Actually Work for Symptom Management” from BP Magazine
- “Sleep Hacks: Learning What Makes for a Good Night’s Rest” from BP Magazine
- Oak meditation and breathing app (only for Apple iOS)
- Buddhify Meditation App
- YouTube Yoga Nidra video
Exercise
- “The Power of Walking: Why It's Great For Your Health”
- “Mindfulness in Motion” from BP Magazine
- “Range” fitness platform by Kara Duval (online classes, subscription based)
- “DoYogaWithMe” fitness platform (online classes, free and subscription options)
- “Amy Carmody Yoga” fitness platform by Amy Carmody (online classes, subscription based)
- “Your brain on exercise” from BP Magazine
- WebMD Exercise and Bipolar
- “5 simple tips to use exercise to take on bipolar depression” from BP Magazine
Nutrition
- “12 superfoods that help manage bipolar moods” from BP Magazine
- Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Nutrition
- Food and Exercise Tracker App (MyFitnessPal)
Self-Care
- Washtenaw County, MI Self Help and Support group list
- Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Wellness Tracker
- Parents with a Mental Illness
Online Communities
Online Newsletters and Publications
Finding Bipolar Care and Support
Clinical Care
Support Groups
- Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) DBSA Local Support Group Finder
- Support Groups led by NAMI Metro-Oakland, Wayne and Macomb Counties
- Teen Line
- BP Kids, Children, Teens
- Postpartum Support international (PSI)
- Common Ground
- NAMI-Washtenaw Country Mental Health Support Groups
- Washtenaw County, MI Self Help & Support group list
- Michigan Mental Health Network
Suicide Prevention and Crisis Support
Social Services and Legal Resources
Resources
- Michigan Behavioral Health Mediation Services (MBHMS)
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): Appeals & Grievances page
- US Dept. of Housing & Urban Development-Fair Housing & Employment Opportunities complaint process
- Michigan Department of Civil Rights
- Oakland county, Michigan Probate Court mental health cases
- US Social Security Administration (SSA)
- US Department of Health & Human Services “My Health finder”
- USA Mental Health
