International Bipolar Foundation

To our United States audience, help researchers and clinicians pursue new potential treatments for serious psychiatric conditions. 💚

1/2 baltimoresun.com/2024/07/09/her… Today, the @baltimoresun published a letter co-authored by my husband, @DavidBaszucki, founder and CEO of @Roblox, and me, asking for a reversal of a puzzling decision by the State of Maryland to shut down promising food as medicine research for schizophrenia. "Considering the scarcity of federal funding for mental health research, privately funded studies like Kelly’s are a lifeline—not a line item. Among the dozen ketogenic diet trials for serious mental illness undertaken to date, Kelly’s work was uniquely valuable as the only study of ketogenic therapy for schizophrenia being offered to inpatients, who are often the most severely ill. As a rule, these patients cannot afford a dietitian, let alone a private metabolic psychiatrist. If Herrera Scott stands by her decision to prevent them from participating in this trial, it is unlikely they will ever have access to this potentially life-changing therapy again." Please sign the petition, above, by @ChrisPalmerMD asking Dr. Herrera Scott @MDHealthDept to reinstate this important trial led by veteran researcher Dr. Deanna Kelly @ProfDeannaK And please share this post widely so we can get the petition to 20,000 signatures. We're nearly there. Here is my original post with additional details, including a link to the Baltimore Sun's article breaking the story: x.com/janellison/sta….

PLEASE HELP! Sign this petition. The Maryland Health Secretary has halted an ongoing, privately-funded, inpatient study of a medical ketogenic diet for treating schizophrenia for no clear reason. People with schizophrenia deserve better treatments. chng.it/SbT7zHjNNz

NOW OPEN: Join a new global #BIPOLAR project on Time-Restricted Eating & the Mediterranean Diet. 🥗 @calmprogram is conducting one of the largest studies on dietary interventions & bipolar disorder. Learn more and sign up today: calm.berkeley.edu/healthy-lifest…

We enjoyed participating in a roundtable discussion with @weworkforhealth and @biocom to discuss the importance of California's biopharma leadership to patients and the state's economy. Thank you, @RepScottPeters, for your insight and support.

Feeling anxiety about a potential episode? One way to ask for help from someone you trust is... "I'm feeling overwhelmed by the thought of having an episode, could we create a plan together for coping strategies or finding professional help?"

If you're experiencing symptoms, consider seeking help from your support group or healthcare team. They're there to support you and provide valuable resources. Remember, it's okay to ask for help. You don't have to go through this alone.

Do you have "red flags" that help you know when it is time to seek help? Thank you for sharing this with us, Ricardo!

Living with bipolar disorder, remember that you are sufficient, your challenges are legitimate, and achieving a fulfilling life is possible.

#TDAwarenessWeek aims to raise awareness of tardive dyskinesia (TD), a persistent movement disorder. But what happens after a person receives a TD diagnosis? Access resources for you or your loved one: bit.ly/48pzRSr @neurocrine #Screen4TD

Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a persistent, involuntary movement disorder that is characterized by uncontrollable, abnormal and repetitive movements of the face, torso, limbs, and/or fingers or toes. Check out this video which depicts several of these movements. #TDAwarenessWeek.

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Did you know? Approximately 46 million people worldwide have bipolar disorder. We are all, #BipolarStrong. #WorldBipolarDay #wbd2024 @IntlBipolar @dbsacali @afspnational @namicalifornia

This #WorldBipolarDay, and everyday, we are #BipolarStrong. 💚🌎 Download and share our World Bipolar Day Toolkit to get involved with with our global campaign: ibpf.org/world-bipolar-…

EVERYONE is affected by mental health in some way, shape, or form. There will be good days and there will be bad days. Through it all, you will always matter. 💚

Seeking help for bipolar disorder is a sign of strength. It demonstrates: - The willingness to seek out uncomfortable situations and better yourself. - The courage to recognize that your mental health has impact beyond yourself. - The commitment it takes to embrace change.

Showing kindness and understanding can make a significant difference in a person’s life. 💚

CA is closer to reforming the prescription drug rebate system through @SenBradfordCA bill #SB873. Thank you to @asmtasha @BMaienschein @MarieWaldron75 @asmakilahweber & #CALeg Asm Health for protecting patients’ rights to affordable medications and putting #PatientsBeforeProfits!

June is Men’s Mental Health Month. The strongest thing a man can do is seek help. The times of “get over it you’re a man” are long over. IBPF is here to support you, educate you, and provide you with resources. IBPF Men’s Corner: ibpf.org/learn/resource…

To all family members and friends of those living with bipolar disorder, remember that each person's experience with bipolar disorder is unique. Open communication, empathy, and a willingness to learn and adapt are key elements in being a supportive family member or friend. 💚

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