Patients & Families
Bipolar 101 Video Series
Resource Toolbox: Apps, mood charts, books, & more
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Welcome the Colorado Bipolar Education (CoBE) Project!
CoBE is dedicated to educating patients, families, and providers about bipolar disorder in order to improve the lives of those affected by the illness. Our mission includes disseminating knowledge and providing education on the fundamentals and complexities of the disease based on the most effective and evidence-based treatments for bipolar disorder.
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About Us
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Training schedule for community members and/or providers.
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Facts About Bipolar Disorder
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Types of Bipolar Disorder
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Average Age of Onset
Bipolar disorder is most often a lifetime illness with peak age of onset between ages 15 and 19 years old. Psychiatric disorders that start this young, during one’s formative years, have a prolonged and profound negative impact on an individual’s education, social interactions and professional achievements..png?sfvrsn=5c0670bb_0)
Annual Cost of Treatment in the US
The annual financial cost of bipolar disorder in the US is estimated to be $202 billion when considering the costs of hospitalizations, complex and expensive care, and medical management of associated diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.