Bipolar Bears

A gentle story to help children understand when a parent has Bipolar Disorder. Daddy Bear loves spending time with Mummy Bear and their two children, Arty and Sporty. But lately, his moods have begun to change. Sometimes he is bursting with energy and big ideas. At other times, he feels deeply sad and withdrawn.When Daddy Bear becomes unwell and needs hospital care, the family learns that he has Bipolar Disorder. Together, they begin to understand what the diagnosis means and how treatment, patience and family support can help.Told with warmth and sensitivity, Bipolar Bears offers children a gentle introduction to mental illness within the family. By putting a complex condition into language children can understand, this reassuring story creates an opportunity for parents, carers and health professionals to begin important conversations about changing moods, hospitalisation and recovery.Featuring helpful information and Australian mental health resources, Bipolar Bears reminds families that they are not alone.