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Bipolar Disorder Crisis Costs UK £10 Billion Annually

4/1/2025

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Bipolar disorder remains a silent crisis in the UK, costing nearly £10 billion each year due to misdiagnosis and lack of treatment. Many sufferers face dire consequences from inadequate care. While the NHS strives to improve services, barriers to access and referral continue to hinder progress, leaving patients in the shadows of their illness.

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Story summary

Bipolar disorder remains a silent crisis in the UK, costing nearly £10 billion each year due to misdiagnosis and lack of treatment. Many sufferers face dire consequences from inadequate care. While the NHS strives to improve services, barriers to access and referral continue to hinder progress, leaving patients in the shadows of their illness.