Beyond the highs and lows

Description

The event will begin with an introduction from Bipolar UK, offering an overview of the condition and setting the scene for the discussion to follow.

The panel will feature a member of Bipolar UK’s peer support team alongside UWE Bristol staff who will share their personal experiences of bipolar. Together, the panel will explore how bipolar can present differently for everyone, challenge common misconceptions, and reflect on the types of support that make a real difference.

The session will conclude with an open Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions, deepen their understanding, and take away practical insights for supporting colleagues, students, and themselves.

This event is open to all staff and students and aims to foster greater awareness, empathy, and inclusive practice across our community. It will be recorded and shared over the next academic year (2026/27). 

If you have any access requirements or questions about the event then please email the Disabled Staff Network at disabledstaffnetwork@uwe.ac.uk. 

About Bipolar UK

Bipolar UK is the only national charity dedicated to building a better world together for everyone affected by bipolar disorder.

Through their support services, research and campaign work, they empower thousands of people a month to stay well – and have the ambition to reach many thousands more. For more than 40 years, peer support has been at the heart of everything they do. If you’re living with bipolar, or you’re supporting a loved one with the condition, you can:

• Join their peer support groups, facilitated by trained and supported volunteers
• Get one-to-one information or advice from our friendly support team
• Get support via their online community that’s open 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a week

More information visit BipolarUK 

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