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# ISBD

International Society of Bipolar Disorders

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.isbd.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Save the Date - ISBD 2027](https://www.isbd.org/save-the-date-isbd-2027/) - Join us in Porto, Portugal | September 14-16, 2027 We are pleased to announce the location for the 29th Annual Conference of the International Society for Bipolar Disorders. Join us from September 14-16, 2027 in Porto, Portugal at the Alfândega Porto Congress Centre. Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for the latest
- [New ISBD Online Experience](https://www.isbd.org/new-isbd-online-experience/) - ISBD is pleased to announce that it has completely revised our entire website with a focus on easy of navigation, more dynamic content, a cleaner and more modern interface, and an emphasis on collating information for different user groups. Take a moment to browse the site and let us know if you have any questions
- [ISBD 2026 Featured Keynotes](https://www.isbd.org/isbd-2026-featured-keynotes/) - We are pleased to announce the Keynote speaker lineup for the 28th Annual Conference of the ISBD. Make plans to join us in Vancouver for these cutting edge talks plus so much more! To learn more about the conference, including accessing the full program and registration links, please visit: isbd.org/annual-conference/
- [Deeper Integration of Lived Experience Voices in the Society](https://www.isbd.org/deeper-integration-of-lived-experience-voices-in-the-society/) - The Lived Experience Council was formed to provide a structure within the Society which can provide support for broad integration of lived experience perspectives in all aspects of the ISBD. The council will comment on and bring attention to lived experience priorities through review of key initiatives and will work to ensure representation of lived
- [Early Mid-Career Community of Practice](https://www.isbd.org/early-mid-career-community-of-practice/) - For those in the first half of their career-trajectory, ISBD offers the opportunity to join our Community of Practice (CoP) Slack Channel. The channel offers an opportunity to meet other junior clinicians and researchers and find support for career related challenges, including publishing, grant writing and mentorship, work-life balance through topic driven sections of the channel. The
- [Registration Open for ISBD 2026 Conference](https://www.isbd.org/registration-open-for-isbd-2026-conference/) - There is still time to register for the 28th Annual Conference of the International Society for Bipolar Disorder in Vancouver from 29-30 September, 2026. To register, please visit the Annual Conference page for details. Remember, ISBD members receive a discount on registration fees, so if you are not already a member, it pays to attend

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://www.isbd.org/) - ISBD advances research, education, and clinical care for bipolar disorder, connecting professionals and communities worldwide.
- [Annual Conference](https://www.isbd.org/annual-conference/) - 28TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR BIPOLAR DISORDERS September 28-30, 2026 | Vancouver, Canada Thank You to Those That Joined Us in Vancouver for the 28th Annual Conference of the International Society for Bipolar Disorders! The Annual Conference offered delegates an opportunity to hear from an impressive lineup of keynote speakers in 6
- [For Members](https://www.isbd.org/for-members/) - Discover ISBD membership benefits, professional resources, and opportunities to connect, collaborate, and advance bipolar disorder care worldwide.
- [Join the Membership](https://www.isbd.org/join-the-membership/) - Join ISBD membership to access professional benefits, choose your membership level, and support global bipolar disorder research and care.
- [European Alliance](https://www.isbd.org/europeanalliance/) - ISBD European Bipolar Alliance Focused on uniting European ISBD members to address regional concerns Meet the European Alliance Leads The European Bipolar Alliance was conceived by Professor Annemiek Dols in her capacity as ISBD European Regional Board Director to bring together European ISBD members and chapter representatives to enhance cooperation and collaboration with each other
- [Task Force Membership Application](https://www.isbd.org/task-force-membership-application/) - Task Force Membership Application Form
- [Annual Conference Sponsors](https://www.isbd.org/supporting-corporations/) - Support bipolar disorder research through partnerships that advance education, mental health innovation, and global scientific collaboration.
- [EMCC Resources](https://www.isbd.org/emcc-resources/) - Access ISBD resources for early and mid-career professionals working in bipolar disorder research, clinical practice, education, and collaboration.
- [Board Nominations Form](https://www.isbd.org/bnf/) - 2027 Board Nominations Form NOMINATION DEADLINE: October 16th, 2026 @ 11:59PM Eastern Time NOMINATION CONDITIONS (Read Before Completing This Form) Nominations are subject to review by the ISBD Governance Committee to ensure they do not present a conflict of interest, conform to term limits and nomination procedures, and are in alignment with the position/office for
- [Related Conferences](https://www.isbd.org/related-conferences/) - Explore conferences related to bipolar disorder featuring global research, education, and collaboration across the mental health field.
- [Chronobiology and Chronotherapy of Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/chronobiology-and-chronotherapy-of-bipolar-disorders/) - Discover how rhythm, sleep, and chronotherapy shape bipolar disorders, with insights from clinicians and researchers advancing this field.
- [Research Opportunities](https://www.isbd.org/research-opportunities/) - Join bipolar disorder research studies, explore clinical study participation, and support advances in mental health research.
- [Member Resources](https://www.isbd.org/member-resources/) - Member Resources
- [Research Opportunities Listing Information](https://www.isbd.org/research-opportunities-listing-form/) - Research Opportunities Listing Form
- [Lived Experience Council](https://www.isbd.org/lived-experience-council/) - Learn how ISBD’s Lived Experience Council brings valuable perspectives to research, education, and care for bipolar disorder.
- [Donate](https://www.isbd.org/donate/) - Donate to ISBD to support bipolar disorder research, education, and global collaboration that improves care and outcomes worldwide.
- [About Us](https://www.isbd.org/about-us/) - Learn how ISBD supports global research, education, and collaboration to improve care and outcomes for people with bipolar disorder.
- [Chapters](https://www.isbd.org/chapters/) - Explore ISBD chapters worldwide connecting professionals, researchers, and communities focused on improving bipolar disorder care.
- [Honarary Awards](https://www.isbd.org/honarary-awards/) - Explore ISBD honorary awards recognizing outstanding contributions, mentorship, leadership, and lifelong impact in bipolar disorder research and care.
- [Task Forces](https://www.isbd.org/task-forces/) - Learn about ISBD task forces advancing research and addressing key challenges in bipolar disorder care and treatment.
- [Early Intervention Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/early-intervention-for-bipolar-disorder/) - Learn how early intervention can support people at the beginning of bipolar disorder through prevention, research, and better care pathways.
- [Psychological Interventions Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/psychological-interventions-2/) - Learn how psychological therapies for bipolar disorder are being studied, improved, and shared through international research and practice.
- [Contact](https://www.isbd.org/contact/) - Contact the International Society for Bipolar Disorders for questions about membership, events, resources, partnerships, and general inquiries.
- [FAQ](https://www.isbd.org/faq/) - Find answers to common questions about ISBD membership, resources, events, awards, professional programs, and ways to get involved.
- [Vascular](https://www.isbd.org/vascular/) - Explore ISBD’s Vascular Task Force research on the link between bipolar disorder, vascular risk, biomarkers, treatment, and global health.
- [Treatment Resistant Bipolar Depression](https://www.isbd.org/treatment-resistant-bipolar-depression/) - Learn how ISBD is defining treatment-resistant bipolar depression and shaping better research methods and treatment guidance.
- [Targeting Cognition](https://www.isbd.org/targeting-cognition/) - Find guidance for researchers, clinicians, and patients on addressing cognitive impairment in bipolar disorder and improving daily function.
- [Staging](https://www.isbd.org/staging/) - Understand how staging models can help guide prognosis, research, and clinical decision-making across the course of bipolar disorder.
- [Role of Lithium in Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/role-of-lithium-in-bipolar-disorders/) - Review evidence and clinical guidance on how lithium is used in bipolar disorders through ISBD’s collaboration with IGSLi experts.
- [Suicide Prevention](https://www.isbd.org/suicide-prevention/) - Get updates on ISBD’s work to strengthen suicide prevention in bipolar disorder through practical tools, recommendations, and advocacy.
- [Nutrition and Exercise Task Force (NExT)](https://www.isbd.org/nutrition-and-exercise-task-force-next/) - Find evidence-based insights on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle approaches that support research and care in bipolar disorder.
- [Big Data Analytics in Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/big-data-analytics-in-bipolar-disorder/) - See how researchers are using big data and machine learning to better understand bipolar disorder and improve prediction, outcomes, and care.
- [Marketing Kit](https://www.isbd.org/marketing-kit/) - Access ISBD’s marketing kit with resources to help promote upcoming events, share key messages, and support bipolar disorder awareness.
- [Past & Future Conferences](https://www.isbd.org/past-future-conferences/) - Explore past and upcoming ISBD conferences featuring global research, expert speakers, and advances in bipolar disorder care.
- [About Our Conferences](https://www.isbd.org/about-our-conferences/) - Learn about ISBD conferences focused on advancing bipolar disorder research, education, and global collaboration.
- [Our Community](https://www.isbd.org/our-community/) - Join a global community of clinicians, researchers, and advocates working together to advance understanding and care in bipolar disorder.
- [For Professionals](https://www.isbd.org/for-professionals/) - For Professionals Our Bipolar Practice and Knowledge Exchange Hub The professional pages are ISBD’s bi-directional gateway for education, networking, career development, and more. Professional Resources Our directory is a hub for all ISBD developed content and includes resources for non-members and members alike, including those with lived experience. In the directory you can find our
- [ISBD Task Force Guidelines and Forms](https://www.isbd.org/isbd-task-force-guidelines-and-forms/) - Access ISBD task force guidelines, manuscript procedures, and required forms supporting bipolar disorder research and professional collaboration.
- [Our Board](https://www.isbd.org/our-board/) - Meet the ISBD Board of Directors leading global efforts in bipolar disorder research, education, and clinical collaboration.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.isbd.org/privacy-policy/) - Learn how ISBD collects, uses, and protects personal information submitted through its website, membership forms, and digital services.
- [Terms of Use](https://www.isbd.org/terms-of-use/) - Review the terms and conditions for using the ISBD website, including website content, resources, membership tools, and digital services.
- [Mentorship](https://www.isbd.org/professional-development/) - Explore ISBD professional development opportunities for early and mid-career professionals in bipolar disorder research, clinical practice, and education.
- [Engage with us](https://www.isbd.org/engage-with-us/) - Join ISBD, support bipolar disorder research, raise awareness, and connect with a global community advancing mental health care.
- [Early Mid Career](https://www.isbd.org/early-mid-career/) - Discover programs and opportunities supporting early and mid-career professionals in bipolar disorder research and clinical practice.
- [World Bipolar Day](https://www.isbd.org/world-bipolar-day/) - Join World Bipolar Day to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support global education and advocacy for bipolar disorder.
- [Accessibility Policy](https://www.isbd.org/accessibility-policy/) - Review ISBD’s commitment to making its website accessible and inclusive for members, professionals, and visitors worldwide.
- [Committee](https://www.isbd.org/committee/) - Learn about ISBD’s Early Mid-Career Committee, its members, and how it supports professional growth, collaboration, and leadership in bipolar disorder.
- [Best Paper Awards](https://www.isbd.org/best-paper-awards/) - Explore ISBD’s Best Paper Awards recognizing outstanding published research that advances knowledge and care in bipolar disorder.
- [SGJIA](https://www.isbd.org/sgjia/) - Learn about ISBD’s Samuel Gershon Junior Investigator Award, recognizing early-career researchers advancing bipolar disorder research.
- [Older Adults with Bipolar Disorder (OABD)](https://www.isbd.org/older-adults-with-bipolar-disorder-oabd/) - Explore guidance and global research focused on diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for older adults living with bipolar disorder.
- [Women's Initiative](https://www.isbd.org/womens-initiative/) - Explore mentorship, leadership, and career development for women in bipolar disorder research and mental health professions.
- [Member Benefits](https://www.isbd.org/member-benefits/) - Explore ISBD membership benefits including journal access, conference discounts, webinar archives, voting privileges, and professional resources.
- [Patient Resources](https://www.isbd.org/patient-resources/) - Learn about bipolar disorder symptoms, treatment options, support tools, and practical resources for managing daily life and care.
- [Bipolar 101](https://www.isbd.org/bipolar-101/) - Learn the basics of bipolar disorder, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and ways to support long-term wellness.
- [For the Public](https://www.isbd.org/for-the-public/) - Find bipolar disorder support, education, and helpful resources for patients, families, and the wider community.
- [Awards Overview](https://www.isbd.org/awards-overview/) - Discover ISBD awards recognizing excellence and innovation in bipolar disorder research, education, and clinical practice.
- [Newsfeed](https://www.isbd.org/newsfeed/) - Stay updated with the latest news, research, and developments in bipolar disorder from ISBD and the global community.
- [Psychological Interventions](https://www.isbd.org/psychological-interventions/) - Explore evidence-based psychological interventions and therapies used in the treatment and management of bipolar disorder.
- [Older Age Resources](https://www.isbd.org/older-age-resources/) - Access resources focused on diagnosing and managing bipolar disorder in older adults, supporting specialized clinical care.
- [Form for Cognitive Assessments](https://www.isbd.org/form-for-cognitive-assessments/) - Submit cognitive assessment tools and resources to contribute to ISBD’s efforts in improving evaluation and care in bipolar disorder.
- [Cognitive Assessments and Resources](https://www.isbd.org/cognitive-assessments-and-resources/) - Find cognitive assessment tools and resources to support evaluation and research in bipolar disorder clinical practice.
- [Professional Resources](https://www.isbd.org/professional-resources/) - Access resources, research, and tools designed to support clinicians and professionals working in bipolar disorder care and treatment.
- [Big Data Analytics in Bipolar Disorder Resources](https://www.isbd.org/big-data-analytics-in-bipolar-disorder-resources/) - Big Data Analytics in Bipolar Disorder Resources
- [Chronobiology and Chronotherapy of Bipolar Disorders Resources](https://www.isbd.org/chronobiology-and-chronotherapy-of-bipolar-disorders-resources/) - Chronobiology and Chronotherapy of Bipolar Disorders Resources
- [Early Intervention for Bipolar Disorder Resources](https://www.isbd.org/early-intervention-for-bipolar-disorder-resources/) - Early Intervention for Bipolar Disorder Resources
- [Nutrition and Exercise Task Force (NExT) Resources](https://www.isbd.org/nutrition-and-exercise-task-force-next-resources/) - Nutrition and Exercise Task Force (NExT) Resources
- [Older Adults with Bipolar Disorder (OABD) Resources](https://www.isbd.org/older-adults-with-bipolar-disorder-oabd-resources/) - Older Adults with Bipolar Disorder (OABD) Resources
- [Psychological Interventions Resources](https://www.isbd.org/psychological-interventions-task-forces-resources/) - Psychological Interventions Resources
- [Role of Lithium in Bipolar Disorders Resources](https://www.isbd.org/role-of-lithium-in-bipolar-disorders-resources/) - Role of Lithium in Bipolar Disorders Resources
- [Suicide Prevention Resources](https://www.isbd.org/suicide-prevention-resources/) - Suicide Prevention Resources
- [Staging Resources](https://www.isbd.org/staging-resources/) - Staging Resources
- [Targeting Cognition Resources](https://www.isbd.org/targeting-cognition-resources/) - Targeting Cognition Resources
- [Treatment Resistant Bipolar Depression Resources](https://www.isbd.org/09-member-resources/) - Treatment Resistant Bipolar Depression Resources
- [Vascular Resources](https://www.isbd.org/vascular-resources/) - Vascular Task Force Resources
- [Psychological Interventions Resources](https://www.isbd.org/psychological-interventions-resources/) - Psychological Interventions Resources
- [Older Age Resources](https://www.isbd.org/older-age-resources-prefiltered/) - Older Age Resources
- [2025 Conference Videos](https://www.isbd.org/2025-conference-videos/) - 2025 Conference Videos
- [2024 Conference Videos](https://www.isbd.org/2024-conference-videos/) - 2024 Conference Videos
- [ISBD Task Force Bibliography](https://www.isbd.org/isbd-task-force-bibliography/) - ISBD Task Force Bibliography Coming soon!
- [Member Directory](https://www.isbd.org/member-directory/)
- [Account Page](https://www.isbd.org/account-page/)

## Map

- [Bipolar Disorders Association (Bipolar Bozukluklar Derneği)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/bipolar-disorders-association-bipolar-bozukluklar-dernegi/) - - Increase the level of awareness and knowledge of the society related to bipolar disorders, put efforts towards correcting misbelieves, stagnation, discrimination and exclusion attitudes concerning this disorder. - Ensure that the causes of bipolar disorders, ways of protection, treatment and preventive care methods are recognized by the society, and striving to ensure that the society is educated on this subject - Increase the knowledge of bipolar disorder patients and their families on this disease, and their skills to cope with it. - Contribute in developing national mental health policies and legal regulations related to bipolar disorders. - Encourage conducting medical or social scientific researches on the issues of causes of bipolar disorders, way of protection, and preventive and protective treatment, provide material support to the researches and provide scientific resources, and ensure that the results are published - Create network of communication among the mental health workers dealing with the treatment of bipolar disorders. - Cooperate with centers established in university or state hospitals dealing with the treatment of bipolar disorders, strengthen and support their works. - Ensure that the information pertinent to up to date developments on the issue of bipolar disorders is included in the post-graduate trainings of the mental health workers dealing with treatment, and organize training programs towards this aim.
- [ISBD Pan Africa](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-costa-rica-2/) - The mission of ISBD Costa Rica is to foster ongoing collaboration on education and research to advance the treatment of bipolar disorders and outcomes and quality of life for those living with bipolar disorder and their family members.
- [ISBD Pan Africa](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-pan-africa/)
- [ISBD Peru](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-peru/) - ISBD Peru main aspiration is to become a scientific society that promotes education and research in the field of bipolar disorders. This includes international collaboration with the ISBD and its chapters. The principal objective of this collaboration is to improve the diagnosis and treatment of all aspects of bipolar disorders, which will benefit not only those professionals who treat this illness, but also those who suffer it and their families.
- [Portuguese Society for Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/portuguese-society-for-bipolar-disorders/) - The purpose of the Society is to promote, among the medical profession, the community, patients, and caretakers, a proper understanding of bipolar disorder and its management via education, scientific research, and collaboration with loval and international professional bodies. The PSBD lists its objectives as follows - To create a research network among mental health professionals interested in bipolar disorders. - To promote awareness of this condition in the Portuguese society at large. - To help promote awareness and education about this condition among mental health care professionals in our region. - To promote and support national and regional conferences to provide scientific and educational programs. - To help promote ISBD values, publications and activities.
- [ISBD Korea](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-korea/) - - To create a network among mental health professionals interested in bipolar disorders. - To promote awareness and education about this condition in the Korean society. - To create a research network among researchers and to promote collaborative researches. - To promote and support national and regional conferences to provide scientific and educational programs. - To help promote ISBD values, publications and activities.
- [Swiss Society for Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/swiss-society-for-bipolar-disorders/) - The association is focused on improvement of treatment of bipolar patients and support of information and research on the pathogenesis and treatment of this disorder.
- [Taiwanese Society for Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/taiwanese-society-for-bipolar-disorder/) - The mission, goals and objectives of Taiwan Society for Bipolar Disorders: - To advance culturally relevant, evidence-based bio-psycho-social research on bipolar disorders that reflects the unique characteristics of individuals in Taiwan. - To reduce stigma and foster greater understanding and acceptance of bipolar disorders within Taiwanese society, promoting a compassionate and supportive environment. - To educate medical professionals, the general public, and government stakeholders about bipolar disorders, while actively participating in and influencing policy-making to ensure comprehensive benefits and support systems for patients and their families.
- [ISBD Venezuela](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-venezuela/) - The Venezuelan Chapter of the ISBD has a number of objectives that are derived from local and regional needs, but also the necessary interaction with other regions, and their opinion leaders: - Create spaces for meeting and discussion related with the Bipolar Disorder, with psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals interested in the study and treatment of this disorder - Create, promote and support national and international conferences, in addition to workshops and seminars, in order to provide recent and relevant scientific information, which supports the development of continuing medical education - Promote awareness, diagnosis and alert in the medical community in Venezuela, and the rest of the health system to include non-psychiatric medical staff, nurses, paramedics, among others - Support the Venezuelan foundations of bipolar patients, their families and relatives to join to schemas suitable of psychoeducation and support groups where we can manage and monitor these activities - Create and coordinate research networks of mental health professionals in Venezuela interested in the bipolar disorder and other mood disorders. This point represents a major challenge for the ISBD Venezuela, because in our country, the local research has occurred in a very poor level, having to rely on information from other latitudes - To help promoting ISBD values, publications and activities, inviting other professionals to register and participate actively in the ISBD. - Developing tools for statistical and epidemiological surveillance in terms of the population behavior of the disorder, thereby supporting government and private institutions who work in this area - Participate actively in academic exchanges in the different postgrads of psychiatry and clinical psychology at the universities of our country - Perform expert consensus regarding diagnosis and treatments of patients with bipolar disorders, supported by international guidelines and consensus, but with local suggestions.
- [Argentine Society for Bipolar Disorders (ASATHU- Asociación Argentina Trastornos del Humor)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/argentine-society-for-bipolar-disorders-asathu-asociacion-argentina-trastornos-del-humor/) - The Argentine Society for Bipolar Disorders defines its goals as: To maintain and enlarge a research network among Argentine mental health professionals interested in bipolar disorders. To promote awareness and education about bipolar disorder in the Argentine medical community. To increase efforts in building psychoeducation and community resources for the Argentine bipolar patient. To help in the promotion of ISBD values, publications, and activities. To promote the ISBD among psychiatric colleagues and increase the number of active members.
- [Australasian Society for Bipolar & Depressive Disorders Ltd (ASBDD)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/australasian-society-for-bipolar-depressive-disorders-ltd-asbdd/) - The purpose of the Society is to become the Australasian forum, and an internationally recognized forum, to foster ongoing collaboration, education, research and advances in the treatment of all aspects of Bipolar and Depressive Disorders. The Society is open to the entire spectrum of mental health professionals including basic and clinical researchers, psychiatrists, pharmacologists, psychologists, social workers, students, trainees, interested lay groups and individuals. ASBDD is affiliated with ISBD.
- [Austrian Association of Bipolar Disorders (ÖGBE -Österreichische Gesellschaft für Bipolare Erkrankungen)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/austrian-association-of-bipolar-disorders-ogbe-osterreichische-gesellschaft-fur-bipolare-erkrankungen/) - The association, whose activities are not for profit, aims to distribute and publish scientific findings about bipolar disorders ("manic depressive illness"), to physicians, nurses, relatives, patients, and pharmaceutical companies in the form of lectures, seminars, media relations and events and encourage scientific studies of new treatment strategies in bipolar disorder and collaboration and networking with other national and international companies with similar objectives, as well as the physicians, pharmacists, other professional occupations, industries, universities, agencies and bodies.
- [Brazilian Society for Bipolar (ABTB)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/brazilian-society-for-bipolar-abtb/) - The Brazilian Group has adopted the ISBD’s mission as its own and lists its objectives as follows: - To create a research network among mental health professionals interested in bipolar disorders, modeled upon the Canadian Network. - To promote awareness of this condition in the Brazilian society at large. - To help promoting awareness and education about this condition among mental health care professionals in and region. - To promote and support national and regional conferences to provide scientific and educational programs. - To help promoting ISBD values, publications and activities.
- [Chinese Society for Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/chinese-society-for-bipolar-disorders/) - The mission of the ISBD Chinese Chapter is to promote domestic and international cooperation in research, education, and clinical practice in bipolar disorders. By means of these cooperation, to improve the management of bipolar disorders.
- [ISBD Colombia](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-colombia/) - The Mood Disorders Colombian Association, the official Colombian Chapter of the ISBD, has as a mission to encourage the development of psychiatry by promoting the study, teaching, difussion and research in mood disorders sciences; and will foster for the integral academical formation and practice of the professionals involved.
- [ISBD Costa Rica](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-costa-rica/) - The mission of ISBD Costa Rica is to foster ongoing collaboration on education and research to advance the treatment of bipolar disorders and outcomes and quality of life for those living with bipolar disorder and their family members.
- [Danish Society for Affective Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/danish-society-for-affective-disorders/)
- [The Ecuadorian Society of Bipolarity Section Quito](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/the-ecuadorian-society-of-bipolarity-section-quito/) - The ECUADORIAN SOCIETY OF BIPOLARITY SECTION QUITO’s mission is to improve the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, promote the investigation and production scientific in the field of bipolar disorder oriented to benefit patients, families, and the general community.
- [Fondation Fundamental (FondMental)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/fondation-fundamental-fondmental/) - The Cohort FACE-BD was built under the auspices of the Fondation FondaMental to follow a large cohort of BD patients in order to better understand trajectories, predict outcomes, identify mechanisms and markers of stratification, follow up the impact of therapeutic strategies, new care organisation and associated costs. BD patients included, assessed, sampled and followed-up in this cohort are recruited in the 10 Expert centers for Bipolar Patients in France. They all share same assessment procedures, data bases and biobank. Today 3900 bipolar patients have been assessed, 2200 have been assessed at least twice, 1000 have given a biological sample and more than 60 papers published.
- [ISBD Guatemala](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-guatemala/) - To work on research, clinical care and outreach for divulging better knowledge of Bipolar Disorders having as an ultimate goal the improvement of the quality of life of people with bipolar disorders and awareness on general population.
- [Society for Bipolar Disorders-India (SBDI)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/society-for-bipolar-disorders-india-sbdi/)
- [ISBD Iran](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-iran/) - - To promote research on bipolar disorder in Iran. - To improve awareness about bipolar disorder in general practitioners - To advance professional training on bipolar disorder mental health care providers
- [Italian Association for Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/italian-association-for-bipolar-disorders/) - The association is non-political, non-denominational and non-profit-making. It exists for the exclusive pursuits of scientific objects of social benefit and excludes any commercial activities. Its purpose is to raise public awareness, to train medical and non-medical practitioners in the field of mental health, to support families of patients through education and information, and also to organize scientific studies and functions on topics related to Bipolar Disorders.
- [Japanese Bipolar Sub-Committee of the Japanese Society for Mood Disorders (JSMD)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/japanese-bipolar-sub-committee-of-the-japanese-society-for-mood-disorders-jsmd/) - The goals of our society are to enhance research and clinical practice in the field of mood disorders and to distribute information on mood disorders to general practice physicians and medical professionals in other disciplines as well as to the general public.
- [ISBD Mexico (Capitulo Mexicano de la Sociedad Internacional de Trastornos Bipolares)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-mexico-capitulo-mexicano-de-la-sociedad-internacional-de-trastornos-bipolares/) - - Create a research network among Mexican mental health professionals interested in bipolar disorders. - Promote awareness and education about bipolar disorders in the Mexican medical community. - Increase efforts in psychoeducation and community resources for the Mexican bipolar patient. - Help to promote ISBD values, publications and activities.
- [Bipolar Disorder Knowledge Center (KenBiS - Kenniscentrum Bipolaire Stoornissen)](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/bipolar-disorder-knowledge-center-kenbis-kenniscentrum-bipolaire-stoornissen/) - The aims of the foundation are to improve the care for patients with bipolar disorder and their families in the Netherlands; to gather, develop, and disseminate knowledge of bipolar disorders with regard to diagnosis and treatment, improving psychosocial functioning and wellbeing of patients, and to stimulate research on bipolar disorder.
- [Society for the Advancement of Bipolar Affective Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/society-for-the-advancement-of-bipolar-affective-disorders/) - The objectives of the Society include: - The creation of an information network among mental health professionals interested in bipolar disorders. - The provision of role models and collaboration in the field of bipolar disorders. - The promotion of awareness and education about this condition among medical and mental health care professionals, and the lay community. - The fostering of research in all aspects of bipolar disorders. - The promotion and support of international, regional and local conferences that provide scientific and educational programs. - The publication of a newsletter and other relevant materials. - The support of consumer and carer awareness initiatives of bipolar disorders and collaboration with established organisations.
- [ISBD Norway](https://www.isbd.org/map_directorys/isbd-norway/) - To further national collaboration on education and research with an objective to advance the treatment of all aspects of bipolar disorders in Norway.

## Teams

- [Frances Nkechi Adiukwu](https://www.isbd.org/teams/frances-nkechi-adiukwu/) - I am a Consultant Psychiatrist at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital and Senior Lecturer at the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, where I lead the Mood Disorder Unit. I lead the Bipolar Disorder Research Group Nigeria and serve as Principal Investigator of the Bipolar Disorder Longitudinal Study Nigeria (BiDiLoS-Ng) and the Multicentre Analysis
- [Holly Swartz](https://www.isbd.org/teams/holly-swartz/) - Holly A. Swartz, MD, is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh. Her federally and philanthropically funded research focuses on developing and optimizing psychosocial interventions for mood disorders, including Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for bipolar disorder and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) for maternal depression. Her work examines the chronobiological basis of mood disorders,
- [Mary Miller](https://www.isbd.org/teams/mary-miller-msw/)
- [Chad Daversa](https://www.isbd.org/teams/chad-daversa/) - I have had the privilege of working with the dedicated membership and staff of ISBD since 2002, only a few years following the organization's incorporation. As such, I have grown professionally and personally with this Society and have been able to witness the intense loyalty and commitment of our members, many of whom have given
- [Tamsyn Van Rheenen](https://www.isbd.org/teams/tamsyn-van-rheenen/) - I am a researcher from Melbourne, Australia focussed on understanding cognition and emotion in bipolar disorder and related illnesses on the mood-psychosis spectrum. I have been a member of the ISBD for 7 years and am active on the Targeting Cognition Taskforce as well as the Nutrition and Exercise Taskforce (NExT) and Early and a
- [Ayal Schaffer](https://www.isbd.org/teams/ayal-schaffer/) - I have maintained a close affiliation with the ISBD for many years, serving in a variety of leadership roles. This includes a prior term on the Executive as VP Education, during which we successfully modernized the ISBD Education products and brand. I have also been involved with ISBD in other roles, including as Chair of
- [Andrew Nierenberg](https://www.isbd.org/teams/andrew-nierenberg/) - ISBD, as the pre-eminent organization focusing on bipolar disorder, brings together clinicians, researchers, experts by experience, and pharmaceutical companies with the goal of advancing treatment and research. You all know that with a conservative estimate of 2% of the population of 340 million, that means that about 6.8 million people have the disorder. And yet,
- [Benicio Frey](https://www.isbd.org/teams/benicio-frey/) - It is with great enthusiasm that I accept the position of Vice President of Education of the ISBD. I have been a member of ISBD since I was selected to receive the first Samuel Gershon Young Investigator Award at the ISBD conference in Edinburgh in 2006. Since then, I have been an active (and enthusiastic)
- [Manpreet Kaur Singh](https://www.isbd.org/teams/manpreet-kaur-singh/) - I have been engaged with ISBD for over a decade, beginning with the honor of receiving the Samuel Gershon Award for Junior Investigators in 2014, and have remained an active contributor to the Society’s mission to advance research, clinical care, and global collaboration in bipolar disorders. As the Robert H. Putnam Endowed Chair in Bipolar
- [Koji Matsuo](https://www.isbd.org/teams/koji-matsuo/) - I am honored to have the opportunity to contribute to the activities of the ISBD as the Asian Regional Director for a second term. I have achieved a notable milestone in the Asian regions of ISBD during the initial term of the Asian director, spanning from 2024 to 2025. I had the privilege of serving
- [Andrea Vassilev](https://www.isbd.org/teams/andrea-vassilev/) - Andrea Vassilev is a doctor of psychology with nearly 30 years' experience living with bipolar. As a clinician/academic with lived experience, Dr. Vassilev brings a special perspective to both her professional and advocacy work. As a PWLE (person with lived experience), an outspoken advocate, and a psychology post-doctoral therapist specializing in bipolar, Dr. Vassilev is
- [Beny Lafer](https://www.isbd.org/teams/beny-lafer/) - r. Lafer has dedicated his career to investigating pathophysiology and new treatments for bipolar disorder and improving care for those that suffer from this condition. He coordinates center of excellence in clinical care and research in bipolar disorder in Sao Paulo, Brazil. H has made many important contributions to advancing the vision and mission of
- [Annemiek Dols](https://www.isbd.org/teams/annemiek-dols/) - Dr. Dols is a psychiatrist and senior researcher at the VU Medical Center in Amsterdam. She oversees an evidence-based out-patient clinic for older patients with bipolar disorder, which provides specialized care for complext patients from all over the Netherlands. She has established and is following a cohort of over 200 patients with bipolar disorder to examine
- [Jair Soares](https://www.isbd.org/teams/jair-soares/) - Dr. Jair C. Soares joined UTHealth Houston in 2009 as Professor and Chair of the department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and the Pat Rutherford Chair is Psychiatry at the McGovern Medical School, as well as the Executive Director of UTHealth Harris County Psychiatric Center. Since 2022, he also serves as the Executive Director of
- [Gin Malhi](https://www.isbd.org/teams/gin-malhi/) - Gin S. Malhi is Professor and Head of the Department of Psychiatry in the Faculty of Medicine at The University of Sydney in Australia. He Heads the Academic Department of Psychiatry at Royal North Shore Hospital where he is Director of the CADE Clinic, a specialist mood disorders clinic, and works full time as a
- [Erin Michalak](https://www.isbd.org/teams/erin-michalak/) - Dr. Michalak’s research has been well supported by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, and other funders. She is the founder and leader of the ‘Collaborative RESearch Team for the study of psychosocial issues in Bipolar Disorder’ (CREST.BD), a CIHR-funded Canadian network dedicated to collaborative research and
- [Rebekah Huber](https://www.isbd.org/teams/rebekah-huber/) - I am an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Oregon Health and Science University, and I recently joined the Center for Mental Health Innovation to launch my research program focused on advancing evidence-based care and suicide prevention for youth with mood disorders. My interest in joining the Board stems from a desire to advocate for early
- [Sara Schley](https://www.isbd.org/teams/sara-schley/) - I have lived with Bipolar II for over forty years. My first episode was at age 21 while I was a senior at Brown University who seemed to have it all. In what felt like a flip of a switch, it was as if an alien had abducted by brain. It was a tailspin into
- [Manuel Sanchez de Carmona](https://www.isbd.org/teams/manuel-sanchez-de-carmona/)
- [Trisha Suppes](https://www.isbd.org/teams/trisha-suppes/) - Trisha Suppes, M.D., Ph.D. is Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at Stanford University School of Medicine, and Director of the Bipolar and Depression Research Program at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System in Palo Alto, California. Her areas of expertise and research include long-term treatment strategies for bipolar disorder and treatment of bipolar

## Resources

- [Cognition Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognition-task-force/) - Video on the challenges and rewards of task force leadership and the benefits of collaboration for patient care
- [ISBD Vascular Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/resources/isbd-vascular-task-force/) - Video on the connection between bipolar disorder and heart health
- [On the Potentional for Dietary and Exercise Based Interventions for Bipolar Disorder and Goals of the NExT Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/resources/on-the-potentional-for-dietary-and-exercise-based-interventions-for-bipolar-disorder-and-goals-of-the-next-task-force/) - Video on evidence for nutrition and exercise based supportive therapies for bipolar disorder
- [Psychological Interventions Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/resources/psychological-interventions-task-force/) - Video on the benefits and targets for psychotherapy, including trama, childhood abuse, etc.
- [Substance Abuse](https://www.isbd.org/resources/substance-abuse/) - Clinical notes on pharmacotherapy of comorbid alcohol and substance addiction in bipolar disorder
- [Suicide Prevention](https://www.isbd.org/resources/suicide-prevention/) - Clinical notes on suicide prevention
- [Pediatric Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/pediatric-bipolar-disorder/) - Clinical notes on diagnosis of symptoms of mania, hypomania and depression in children and adolescents
- [Bipolar Disorder 101](https://www.isbd.org/resources/bipolar-disorder-101/) - Clinical notes on diagnosis of symptoms of mania, hypomania and depression
- [Suicide Prevention: Persian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/suicide-prevention-persian/) - Professional resource on suicide prevention
- [Suicide Prevention: Portuguese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/suicide-prevention-portuguese/) - Professional resource on suicide prevention
- [Suicide Prevention: Spanish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/suicide-prevention-spanish/) - Professional resource on suicide prevention
- [Suicide Prevention: Danish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/suicide-prevention-danish/) - Professional resource on suicide prevention
- [Bipolar Disorder and Substance Abuse](https://www.isbd.org/resources/bipolar-disorder-and-substance-abuse/) - Patient resource covering alcoholic and substance abuse
- [Bipolar Disorder and Metabolic Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/resources/bipolar-disorder-and-metabolic-disorders/) - Patient resource covering metabolic function, obesity, exercise, diet and somatic comorbidity
- [Pregnancy & BD: Postpartum Period](https://www.isbd.org/resources/pregnancy-bd-postpartum-period/) - Patient resource on managing triggers and sleep disruption in the postpartum period
- [Suicide Prevention: English](https://www.isbd.org/resources/suicide-prevention-english/) - Professional resource on suicide prevention
- [Pregnancy & BD: For Family and Friends](https://www.isbd.org/resources/pregnancy-bd-for-family-and-friends/) - Family resource on supporting patients with management of symptoms during pregnancy
- [Pregnancy & BD: Navigating Pregnancy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/pregnancy-bd-navigating-pregnancy/) - Patient resource weighing risks and benefits of drug treatment during pregnancy
- [Bipolar Disorder 101; The Basics (Persian)](https://www.isbd.org/resources/bipolar-disorder-101-the-basics-persian/) - Patient resource on symptoms of hypomania, mania, and depression for patients
- [Bipolar Disorder Symptoms](https://www.isbd.org/resources/bipolar-disorder-symptoms/) - Patient resource on symptoms of hypomania, mania, and depression for patients
- [Pediatric Bipolar Disorder: Signs & Symptoms](https://www.isbd.org/resources/pediatric-bipolar-disorder-signs-symptoms/) - Patient resource on diagnosis of mania and bipolar depression in children and adolescents
- [Pregnancy & BD: Planning for Pregnancy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/pregnancy-bd-planning-for-pregnancy/) - Patient resource for decision making around planning for pregnancy
- [The Role of Light Exposure in Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/resources/the-role-of-light-exposure-in-bipolar-disorders/) - Symposium on chronotherapy, geography, and lithium: Presenters: Tone Elise Henriksen, Daniel Smith, Michael Bauer, Yuichi Easki
- [Longitudinal Trajectories and Outcomes in BD](https://www.isbd.org/resources/longitudinal-trajectories-and-outcomes-in-bd/) - Symposium on Course and Outcome: Presenters: Melvin McInnis, Anastasia Yocum, Giovanna Fico, Ophélia Godin
- [2025 Closing Ceremony](https://www.isbd.org/resources/2025-closing-ceremony/) - Review of 2025 conference lessons and questions: Presenters: Holly Swartz, Koji Matsuo
- [Lifestyle Interventions for Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/lifestyle-interventions-for-bipolar-disorder/) - A review of diet and exercise interventions and impact on metablic function: Presenters: Ralph Kupka, Julie Milder, Elisa Brietzke, Sara Schley
- [Bipolar Disorder 101; The Basics](https://www.isbd.org/resources/bipolar-disorder-101-the-basics/) - Patient resource on symptoms of hypomania, mania, and depression for patients
- [2025 Satellite Symposium - Part 2: Optimizing Care in Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/2025-satellite-symposium-part-2-optimizing-care-in-bipolar-disorder/) - Sponsored symposium on prevention and early intervention: Allan Young, Tadafumi Kato, Lakshmi Yatham
- [Mitochondrial Genetics and Function in Bipolar Disorder: From Mechanisms to Treatment](https://www.isbd.org/resources/mitochondrial-genetics-and-function-in-bipolar-disorder-from-mechanisms-to-treatment/) - Symposium covering brain organiods, mitchondrial gene variants, antidepressants, and manic switch: Presenters: Mark Frye, Dana El Soufi El Sabbagh, Ana Andreazza, Manuel Gardea-Reséndez
- [The Role of Paraventricular Thalamic Nucleus (PVT) in Bipolar Disorder: Insights from the Mitochondrial dysfunction hypothesis](https://www.isbd.org/resources/the-role-of-paraventricular-thalamic-nucleus-pvt-in-bipolar-disorder-insights-from-the-mitochondrial-dysfunction-hypothesis/) - Keynote covering inflammation, neurobiology, and antidepressants: Presenter: Tadafumi Kato
- [CANMAT Guidelines for Management of Patients with Bipolar Disorders - 2025 Update](https://www.isbd.org/resources/canmat-guidelines-for-management-of-patients-with-bipolar-disorders-2025-update/) - Symopsium on pharmacological treatment of bipolar disorder: Presenters: Lakshmi Yatham, Valérie Tourjman, Ayal Schaffer, Holly Swartz
- [2025 Women's Initiative Session](https://www.isbd.org/resources/2025-womens-initiative-session/) - Session on women's career and lived experience: Presenters: Cyrstal Clark, Georgina Hosang, Manpreet Kaur Singh, Minami Kinouchi
- [The Circadian Paradigm in Bipolar Disorder Research and Practice](https://www.isbd.org/resources/the-circadian-paradigm-in-bipolar-disorder-research-and-practice/) - A keynote update on chronobiology and chronotherapy: Presenter: Greg Murray
- [Optimizing Cognitive Screening and Pro-Cognitive Intervention Strategies in Bipolar Disorder: Clinical Needs, Current Evidence, and Future Directions](https://www.isbd.org/resources/optimizing-cognitive-screening-and-pro-cognitive-intervention-strategies-in-bipolar-disorder-clinical-needs-current-evidence-and-future-directions/) - A keynote on cognitive assessments, functioning and quality of life: Kamilla Miskowiak
- [ISBD 2025 Awards Ceremony](https://www.isbd.org/resources/isbd-2025-awards-ceremony/) - 2025 SGJIA, Mogens Schou, Robert Post, and other awards: Presenter: Holly Swartz
- [Similarities and Differences of Clinical Guidelines for Bipolar Disorder Across ISBD Asian Chapters](https://www.isbd.org/resources/similarities-and-differences-of-clinical-guidelines-for-bipolar-disorder-across-isbd-asian-chapters/) - Symposium on guidelines from China, South Korea, Taiwan and Japan: Presenters: Koji Matsuo, Tae Hyo Ha, Jun Chen, Wei Hung Chang, Lakshmi Yatham
- [AI in the management, treatment and diagnosis of bipolar disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/ai-in-the-management-treatment-and-diagnosis-of-bipolar-disorder/) - A keynote debate on AI in bipolar management and implementation: Presenters: John-Jose Nunez, Trevor Young
- [2025 Chiba Opening Ceremony](https://www.isbd.org/resources/2025-chiba-opening-ceremony/) - The welcome to all delegate for the ISBD 2025 Conference in Chiba Japan: Presenters: Holly Swartz, Koji Matsuo
- [Dispelling Mental Illness Stigma](https://www.isbd.org/resources/dispelling-mental-illness-stigma/) - An Experts by Experience Keynote on Stigma: Presenter: Devika Bushan
- [CANMAT 2025 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Perinatal Mood Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/resources/canmat-2025-clinical-practice-guideline-for-the-management-of-perinatal-mood-disorders/) - A CANMAT guidelines keynote on pregnancy and women's health: Pregnancy: Simone Vigod
- [2025 Satellite Symposium Part 1: The Promise and Challenges of Precision Psychiatry](https://www.isbd.org/resources/2025-satellite-symposium-part-1-the-promise-and-challenges-of-precision-psychiatry/) - Sponsored symposium on early intervention, the gut-brain axis, and psychotherapy: Presenters: Lakshmi Yatham, David Bond, Benno Haarman, Beny Lafer
- [Novel Metabolic Therapies in Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/novel-metabolic-therapies-in-bipolar-disorder/) - Symposium on biomarkers, obesity, inflammation and psychopharmacology: Presenters: Natalie Rasgon, Aysegul Ozerdem, Roger McIntyre
- [Circadian Hypotheses and Bipolar Disorder: Integrating emerging findings from basic, clinical and translational research](https://www.isbd.org/resources/circadian-hypotheses-and-bipolar-disorder-integrating-emerging-findings-from-basic-clinical-and-translational-research/) - Symposium on chronobiology and chronotherapies: Jess Fiedorowicz, Collen McClung, Daniel Smith
- [Advancing Precision Medicine in Mood Disorders through Large-Scale International Research Networks](https://www.isbd.org/resources/advancing-precision-medicine-in-mood-disorders-through-large-scale-international-research-networks/) - Symposium on Canadian Biomarker Integration Network in Depression, CIBERSAM, and BD2: Presenters: Mark Frye, Benicio Frey, Eduard Vieta, Katherine Burdick, Annemiek Dols
- [Re-Evaluating 'older' Drugs for the Treatment of Mood disorders; a Focus on MAOI's, Lithium and Psychedelics](https://www.isbd.org/resources/re-evaluating-older-drugs-for-the-treatment-of-mood-disorders-a-focus-on-maois-lithium-and-psychedelics/) - Symposium on MAOI antidepressants, lithium, and psilocybin: Presenters: Trisha Suppes, Paul Stokes, Rebecca Strawbridge, Sara Ellis
- [Bipolar depression: Under-Diagnosed, Under-Treated and Under-Researched](https://www.isbd.org/resources/bipolar-depression-under-diagnosed-under-treated-and-under-researched/) - An Experts by Experience Symposium covering antidepressant use: Presenters: Philip Mitchell, Sara Schley, Fernando Goes
- [Group Psychotherapy for Bipolar disorder: Findings and Implications from Randomized Controlled Trials on Emotion-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapies](https://www.isbd.org/resources/group-psychotherapy-for-bipolar-disorder-findings-and-implications-from-randomized-controlled-trials-on-emotion-focused-cognitive-behavioural-therapies/) - Symposium on social cognition, metacognitive training, and relapse prevention: Benicio Frey, Luis de Siquiera Rotenberg, Thomas Stamm, Grace O'Malley
- [New research on intergenerational transmission, neurobiological risk, and treatment of pediatric bipolar disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/new-research-on-intergenerational-transmission-neurobiological-risk-and-treatment-of-pediatric-bipolar-disorder/) - Symposium on vascular comorbidities and early intervention: Presenters: David Miklowitz, Boris Birmaher, Benjamin Goldstein, Manon Hillegers
- [Brain-Environment Dynamics in Early Stage Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/brain-environment-dynamics-in-early-stage-bipolar-disorder/) - Symposium on comorbid substance abuse and neurbiology: Presenters: Stephen Strakowski, Jorge Almeida, Elizabeth Lippard, Jennifer Siegel-Ramsay
- [Suicide Risk in Bipolar Disorder: From Neurobiology to Treatment Targets](https://www.isbd.org/resources/suicide-risk-in-bipolar-disorder-from-neurobiology-to-treatment-targets/) - Symposium on gender differences, chronobiology, and neurobiology in suicide: Presenters: Hilary Blumberg, Adrian Desai Bostrom, Laura Palagini, Anjali Sankar
- [Linking reward, dopamine, Metabolism and mitochondria: A Neurobiological Mechanism Underlying Mania and Mood Cycling in Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/linking-reward-dopamine-metabolism-and-mitochondria-a-neurobiological-mechanism-underlying-mania-and-mood-cycling-in-bipolar-disorder/) - Symposium on mitochondria and metabolic function: Presenters: Mary Phillips, Alessandro Colasanti, Ana Andreazza
- [Cognition: A Role in Diagnosis, Prediction of Prognosis, and Treatment Response](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognition-a-role-in-diagnosis-prediction-of-prognosis-and-treatment-response/) - Symposium on emotional cognition, borderline PD, and predominant polarity: Presenters: Hanne Lie Kjærstad, Kamilla Miskowiak, Richard Porter
- [Ongoing Bipolar Mood Instability: What Can, or Could Psychological Interventions Offer](https://www.isbd.org/resources/ongoing-bipolar-mood-instability-what-can-or-could-psychological-interventions-offer/) - A Psychological Interventions Task Forcce keynote on mood instability: Presenter: Kim Wright
- [Debate On: Antidepressant Medication During Maintenance](https://www.isbd.org/resources/debate-on-antidepressant-medication-during-maintenance/) - A keynote debate on antidepressants and risk of manic switch: Presenters: Ralph Kupka, Eduard Vieta, Lakshmi Yatham
- [Essential Guide to Lithium Treatment in Bipolar Disorders: A Practical Course](https://www.isbd.org/resources/essential-guide-to-lithium-treatment-in-bipolar-disorders-a-practical-course/) - A workshop on lithium management and safety monitoring for renal effects: Presenters: Michael Bauer, Michael Gitlin
- [More than poles: the diagnosis and treatment of mixed states](https://www.isbd.org/resources/more-than-poles-the-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-mixed-states/) - An Experts by Experience symposium: Presenters: Andrea Vassilev, Roger McIntrye, Trisha Suppes, Aníta Georgsdóttir
- [Using Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Capture and Describe the Subjective Experience of Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/using-generative-artificial-intelligence-ai-to-capture-and-describe-the-subjective-experience-of-bipolar-disorder/) - An Experts by Experience symposium: Presenters: Iain Campbell, Daniel Smith, Michael Belanger, Nomhle Nhlapho
- [Opening and Awards Presentation](https://www.isbd.org/resources/opening-and-awards-presentation/) - Iceland Conference Opening and Awards Ceremony Presenter: Holly Swartz
- [Genetic Architecture of Bipolar Disorder: Knowns and Unknowns](https://www.isbd.org/resources/genetic-architecture-of-bipolar-disorder-knowns-and-unknowns/) - Keynote on bipolar genetics Presenter: Ole Andreassen
- [My Bipolar Journal](https://www.isbd.org/resources/my-bipolar-journal/) - Keynote on living with bipolar disorder addressing advocacy and stigma: Leah Charles-King
- [From Speech to Emotion to Mood: Mental Health Modeling in Natural Environments](https://www.isbd.org/resources/from-speech-to-emotion-to-mood-mental-health-modeling-in-natural-environments/) - Keynote on using natural speech data to understand mood variations: Presenter: Emily Mower Provost
- [Older Age Bipolar Disorder, Cognitive and Somatic Comorbidities](https://www.isbd.org/resources/older-age-bipolar-disorder-cognitive-and-somatic-comorbidities/) - An OABD Task Force keynote on comorbidity in older adults Presenter: Annemiek Dols
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Japanese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-japanese/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Lithuanian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-lithuanian/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Portuguese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-portuguese/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Romanian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-romanian/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Swedish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-swedish/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - German](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-german/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Catalan](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-catalan/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Danish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-danish/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Dutch](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-dutch/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Italian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-italian/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - English](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-english/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - Spanish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-spanish/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Functioning Assessment Short Test for Older-Adults (FAST-O) - French](https://www.isbd.org/resources/functioning-assessment-short-test-for-older-adults-fast-o-french/) - An OABD Task Force Assessement of Fuctioning in Older Adults for Professionals
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - Danish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-danish/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - English](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-english/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - Japanese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-japanese/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - Spanish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-spanish/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - Finnish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-finnish/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - Swedish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-swedish/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - Turkish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-turkish/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning
- [A Guide for Older Adults with
Bipolar Disorders and Care Partners -English](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-guide-for-older-adults-withbipolar-disorders-and-care-partners-english/) - An OABD Task Booklet for Patients and Professionals
- [A Guide for Older Adults with
Bipolar Disorders and Care Partners - Spanish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-guide-for-older-adults-withbipolar-disorders-and-care-partners-spanish/) - An OABD Task Booklet for Patients and Professionals
- [A Guide for Older Adults with
Bipolar Disorders and Care Partners - Dutch](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-guide-for-older-adults-withbipolar-disorders-and-care-partners-dutch/) - An OABD Task Booklet for Patients and Professionals
- [A Guide for Older Adults with
Bipolar Disorders and Care Partners - Portuguese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-guide-for-older-adults-withbipolar-disorders-and-care-partners-portuguese/) - An OABD Task Booklet for Patients and Professionals
- [A Patient Guide to Understanding and Managing  Cognition in Bipolar Disorder - English](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-patient-guide-to-understanding-and-managing-cognition-in-bipolar-disorder-english/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Guide for Patients and Professionals
- [A Patient Guide to Understanding and Managing  Cognition in Bipolar Disorder - Catalan](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-patient-guide-to-understanding-and-managing-cognition-in-bipolar-disorder-catalan/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Guide for Patients and Professionals
- [A Patient Guide to Understanding and Managing  Cognition in Bipolar Disorder - Danish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-patient-guide-to-understanding-and-managing-cognition-in-bipolar-disorder-danish/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Guide for Patients and Professionals
- [A Patient Guide to Understanding and Managing  Cognition in Bipolar Disorder - Spanish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-patient-guide-to-understanding-and-managing-cognition-in-bipolar-disorder-spanish/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Guide for Patients and Professionals
- [A Patient Guide to Understanding and Managing  Cognition in Bipolar Disorder - Japanese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/a-patient-guide-to-understanding-and-managing-cognition-in-bipolar-disorder-japanese/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Guide for Patients and Professionals
- [Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA) - Chinese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/cognitive-complaints-in-bipolar-disorder-rating-assessment-cobra-chinese/) - A Targeting Cognition Task Force Assessment Tool for Professionals Measuring Cognitive Functioning

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://www.isbd.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [ISBD 2026 Conference](https://www.isbd.org/category/isbd-2026-conference/)
- [Early Mid-Career Committee](https://www.isbd.org/category/early-mid-career-committee/)
- [Welcome to the new ISBD website](https://www.isbd.org/category/welcome-to-the-new-isbd-website/)
- [Lived Experience Council (LEC)](https://www.isbd.org/category/lived-experience-council-lec/)
- [ISBD 2027 Conference](https://www.isbd.org/category/isbd-2027-conference/)

## Tags

- [Conference](https://www.isbd.org/tag/conference/)

## Country

- [Argentina](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/argentina/)
- [Australia](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/australia/)
- [Austria](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/austria/)
- [Brazil](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/brazil/)
- [China](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/china/)
- [Colombia](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/colombia/)
- [Costa Rica](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/costa-rica/)
- [Denmark](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/denmark/)
- [Ecuador](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/ecuador/)
- [France](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/france/)
- [Guatemala](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/guatemala/)
- [Hong Kong & Macau](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/hong-kong-macau/)
- [India](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/india/)
- [Iran](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/iran/)
- [Italy](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/italy/)
- [Japan](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/japan/)
- [Mexico](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/mexico/)
- [The Netherlands](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/the-netherlands/)
- [Norway](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/norway/)
- [Pan Africa](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/pan-africa/)
- [Peru](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/peru/)
- [Portugal](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/portugal/)
- [South Korea](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/south-korea/)
- [Switzerland](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/switzerland/)
- [Taiwan](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/taiwan/)
- [Turkey](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/turkey/)
- [Venezuela](https://www.isbd.org/map_directory/country/venezuela/)

## Team Category

- [Executive Committee](https://www.isbd.org/team/categories/executive/)
- [Board](https://www.isbd.org/team/categories/board/)
- [Staff](https://www.isbd.org/team/categories/staff/)

## Topic/Issue

- [Older Age Resources](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/older-age-resources/)
- [Older Adults](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/older-adults/)
- [Patient Resources](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/patient-resources/)
- [Professional Resources](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/professional-resources/)
- [Psychoeducation](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/psychoeducation/)
- [OABD](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/oabd/)
- [Cognitive Assessments and Resources](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/cognitive-assessments-and-resources/)
- [Cognition](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/cognition/)
- [Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/task-force/)
- [Targeting Cognition Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/targeting-cognition-task-force/)
- [Assessments](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/assessments/)
- [Functioning](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/functioning/)
- [Awards](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/awards/)
- [Genetics](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/genetics/)
- [Advocacy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/advocacy/)
- [Stigma](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/stigma/)
- [Machine Learning](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/machine-learning/)
- [Technology](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/technology/)
- [OABD TF](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/oabd-tf/)
- [Comorbidity](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/comorbidity/)
- [Psychological Interventions](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/psychological-interventions/)
- [Psychological TF](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/psychological-tf/)
- [Antidepressants](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/antidepressants/)
- [Lithium](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/lithium/)
- [Mixed Features](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/mixed-features/)
- [Diagnosis](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/diagnosis/)
- [Experts by Experience](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/experts-by-experience/)
- [Creativity](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/creativity/)
- [Early Intervention](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/early-intervention/)
- [Course and Outcome](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/course-and-outcome/)
- [Substance Abuse](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/substance-abuse/)
- [Neurobiology](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/neurobiology/)
- [Offspring Studies](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/offspring-studies/)
- [Suicide](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/suicide/)
- [Gender](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/gender/)
- [Chronobiology](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/chronobiology/)
- [Metabolic Function](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/metabolic-function/)
- [Mitochondria](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/mitochondria/)
- [Cogntion](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/cogntion/)
- [Chronotherapy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/chronotherapy/)
- [Networks](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/networks/)
- [Biomarkers](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/biomarkers/)
- [Psychedelics](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/psychedelics/)
- [Depression](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/depression/)
- [Psychotherapy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/psychotherapy/)
- [Clinical Trials](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/clinical-trials/)
- [Cognitive Behavioral Therapy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/)
- [Guidelines](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/guidelines/)
- [Pregnancy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/pregnancy/)
- [Women's Health](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/womens-health/)
- [CANMAT](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/canmat/)
- [First Episode](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/first-episode/)
- [Microbiome](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/microbiome/)
- [Inflammation](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/inflammation/)
- [Obesity](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/obesity/)
- [Psychopharmacology](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/psychopharmacology/)
- [Circadian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/circadian/)
- [Multi-Cultural](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/multi-cultural/)
- [AI](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/ai/)
- [Prodromes](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/prodromes/)
- [Women](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/women/)
- [Career](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/career/)
- [Lived Experience](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/lived-experience/)
- [Diet](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/diet/)
- [Nutrition](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/nutrition/)
- [Exercise](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/exercise/)
- [Hypomania](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/hypomania/)
- [Mania](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/mania/)
- [Symptoms](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/symptoms/)
- [Pediatric](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/pediatric/)
- [Adolescent](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/adolescent/)
- [Postpartum](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/postpartum/)
- [Family Focused Therapy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/family-focused-therapy/)
- [Comorbid](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/comorbid/)
- [Alcohol](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/alcohol/)
- [Prevention](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/prevention/)
- [Pharmacotherapy](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/pharmacotherapy/)
- [Cardiovascular](https://www.isbd.org/resources/topic/cardiovascular/)

## Publication Type

- [Task Force](https://www.isbd.org/resources/publication_type/task-force/)
- [Conference](https://www.isbd.org/resources/publication_type/conference/)
- [ISBD](https://www.isbd.org/resources/publication_type/isbd/)
- [Conference 2024](https://www.isbd.org/resources/publication_type/conference-2024/)
- [Conference 2025](https://www.isbd.org/resources/publication_type/conference-2025/)

## Task Force

- [Older Adults Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/older-adults-bipolar-disorders/)
- [Targeting Cognition](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/targeting-cognition/)
- [Older Adults Bipolar Disorder](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/older-adults-bipolar-disorder/)
- [Pscyhological Interventions](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/pscyhological-interventions/)
- [Chronobiology and Chronotherapy of Bipolar Disorders](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/chronobiology-and-chronotherapy-of-bipolar-disorders/)
- [Suicide Prevention](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/suicide-prevention/)
- [Nutrition and Exercise](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/nutrition-and-exercise/)
- [Pschological Interventions](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/pschological-interventions/)
- [Vascular](https://www.isbd.org/resources/task_force/vascular/)

## Format

- [PDF](https://www.isbd.org/resources/format/pdf/)
- [VIDEO](https://www.isbd.org/resources/format/video/)
- [WEBINAR](https://www.isbd.org/resources/format/webinar/)

## Duration

- [1 hour or less](https://www.isbd.org/resources/duration/1-hour-or-less/)
- [Less than 15 minutes](https://www.isbd.org/resources/duration/less-than-15-minutes/)
- [Greater than 1 hrour](https://www.isbd.org/resources/duration/greater-than-1-hrour/)
- [Less than 5 minutes](https://www.isbd.org/resources/duration/less-than-5-minutes/)

## Year

- [2022](https://www.isbd.org/resources/year/2022/)
- [2024](https://www.isbd.org/resources/year/2024/)
- [2025](https://www.isbd.org/resources/year/2025/)

## Language

- [English](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/english/)
- [Spanish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/spanish/)
- [Dutch](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/dutch/)
- [Portuguese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/portuguese/)
- [Catalan](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/catalan/)
- [Danish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/danish/)
- [Japanese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/japanese/)
- [Chinese](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/chinese/)
- [Finnish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/finnish/)
- [Swedish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/swedish/)
- [Turkish](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/turkish/)
- [French](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/french/)
- [German](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/german/)
- [Italian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/italian/)
- [Lithuanian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/lithuanian/)
- [Romanian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/romanian/)
- [Persian](https://www.isbd.org/resources/language/persian/)