Getting the Diagnosis

Maybe you suspect your child has a mood disorder like Bipolar Disorder, or maybe you just received the diagnosis from your child’s doctor. Either way you are going to have lots of questions and you may need help navigating the many resources available. Yes, there are many! This is not all that uncommon and you are not alone. Below are a list of links to help you with everything from what questions to ask to what exactly is Bipolar Disorder??

Questions to ask at your child’s first psychiatrist appointment:

Getting Started The Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation is dedicated to helping families navigate the labyrinth that is mental illness. This getting started guide can answer many of your questions whether you’ve been on this roller coaster for a while or you just bought your ticket!