MoodSwings

Online self-help program for Bipolar Disorder: MoodSwings
www.moodswings.net.au

A free online self-help prgram for bipolar disorder is now available:
There are a number of psychological programs that have been found to be a useful addition to medication in the treatment of bipolar disorder however access to these specialist programs can be limited due to their location, time and cost involved.

As a way of addressing these barriers, researchers at the University of Melbourne in conjunction with Barwon Health have developed a self-help online intervention known as MoodSwings. This program is based on an effective face-to-face group intervention. To determine the effectiveness of MoodSwings, the researchers are looking for people with bipolar disorder to help evaluate this online program.

Participation involves working through the MoodSwings program on an individual basis online. There is a small group discussion board (maximum of 6 people) of others going through the program where you can discuss relevant issues. To be eligible to participate you need to have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and have access to the internet.

If you are interested in participating in MoodSwings, please contact Sue Lauder at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it or phone (03) 5226 7488 or go to the website www.moodswings.net.au