International Bipolar Foundation

International Bipolar Foundation Our free programs support individuals with bipolar disorder thru education, empowerment & advocacy.
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Improve understanding & treatment of bipolar disorder through research; to promote care & support resources for individuals & caregivers; & to erase stigma

Words matter. When someone lives with bipolar disorder, the language we use can either deepen stigma or build support. S...
12/27/2025

Words matter. When someone lives with bipolar disorder, the language we use can either deepen stigma or build support. Small shifts in how we respond can help people feel seen, respected, and understood.

Wishing you peace, rest, and moments of care during this holiday season. May the days ahead bring comfort, connection, a...
12/25/2025

Wishing you peace, rest, and moments of care during this holiday season. May the days ahead bring comfort, connection, and hope. 💚🌟 Across Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the New Year, and all holidays this season, your mental health matters. However you’re celebrating or not, you deserve care and support.

This week's Face of Hope and Recovery, Michelle, gives an honest and heartfelt take on her experiences with bipolar stig...
12/22/2025

This week's Face of Hope and Recovery, Michelle, gives an honest and heartfelt take on her experiences with bipolar stigma and the support system that gets her through each day. 💚

When life feels louder, brighter, and more intense, it may be sensory overload. Many people with bipolar disorder experi...
12/20/2025

When life feels louder, brighter, and more intense, it may be sensory overload. Many people with bipolar disorder experience heightened sensory sensitivity during mood changes. You are not alone, and there are ways to manage it. 💚

What happens when the psychiatrist has lived the diagnosis? 💚👩‍⚕️Joanna Jarecki is a psychiatrist with Bipolar One who b...
12/19/2025

What happens when the psychiatrist has lived the diagnosis? 💚👩‍⚕️

Joanna Jarecki is a psychiatrist with Bipolar One who brings both clinical training and lived experience into her work. Her story highlights the importance of hopeful messaging, quality of life, and truly listening to the people behind the diagnosis.

Sleep and bipolar disorder are deeply connected. Changes in sleep are not just a symptom, they can also trigger mood epi...
12/16/2025

Sleep and bipolar disorder are deeply connected. Changes in sleep are not just a symptom, they can also trigger mood episodes and increase emotional sensitivity. Protecting your sleep can help reduce mood instability, support focus, and build resilience during both high and low periods.

You deserve rest that supports your mental health. 🌙💚

Teens experience many changes, but persistent shifts in mood, sleep, or behavior can be a sign worth paying attention to...
12/13/2025

Teens experience many changes, but persistent shifts in mood, sleep, or behavior can be a sign worth paying attention to. Early guidance helps families understand what they are seeing and explore next steps in a supportive environment. 👪💚✨

12/11/2025

Coziness and warmth can make the most difference!

This week's IBPF Face of Hope, Ruth, shares how she maximizes her self-care in order to help manage her bipolar symptoms.

Bipolar disorder affects people of every background, including some of the most creative and influential women in cultur...
12/09/2025

Bipolar disorder affects people of every background, including some of the most creative and influential women in culture. Their honesty helps others feel seen, understood, and less alone. 💚

Let’s continue building awareness together!

No one has to navigate bipolar disorder in isolation. Strength grows when we support one another and speak from our live...
12/06/2025

No one has to navigate bipolar disorder in isolation. Strength grows when we support one another and speak from our lived experience. Leave a message of encouragement in the comments for someone who might need it today! 💚🌍💪

Media doesn’t always get bipolar disorder right. Real stories change that. Want to share your own story with our communi...
12/04/2025

Media doesn’t always get bipolar disorder right. Real stories change that.

Want to share your own story with our community? Send us a DM.

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About us.

International Bipolar Foundation (IBPF), formerly known as California Bipolar Foundation, was founded in June 2007 in San Diego, California by four parents with children affected by bipolar disorder. Well aware of the trauma that bipolar disorder causes for consumers and their families, these parents felt compelled to do something constructive to help.

IBPF is made up of a founding Executive Committee, a Scientific Advisory Board, Honorary Board, Advisory Council and a Consumer Advisory Council. Agency committees include the Finance Committee, Marketing Committee, Development Committee, Governance Committee and Programs Committee.

Our mission is to empower individuals living with bipolar disorder and their caregivers by providing advocacy, education, support, and awareness—fostering a caring community and stigma-free world where mental health is equitably acknowledged and treated.

We envision wellness, dignity and respect for people living with bipolar disorder, and a world free of mental health stigma.