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About Bipolar Bear

A clear, practical starting point for learning about gambling harm and finding support in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Bipolar Bear provides practical information about gambling harm, mental wellbeing, prevention and recovery.

What this site is for

These pages bring together plain-language explanations, practical questions to consider and links to New Zealand support services and official guidance. They are intended for people concerned about their own gambling and for partners, friends and wh?nau affected by someone else's gambling.

How to use the information

Articles are general information. They cannot diagnose a person, replace a counsellor or guarantee that a service is available at a particular time. Health, service and regulatory details can change. For urgent safety concerns, contact emergency services or a local crisis team.

About the name

The site name is a brand. It does not indicate that the website provides bipolar disorder diagnosis or treatment, gambling counselling or clinical care. The website does not claim to be affiliated with the New Zealand Government or with the services linked on its pages.

Sources and updates

Where current contact details or regulatory requirements matter, the site links to the relevant service or public agency. Check those providers directly before acting on hours, eligibility or legal requirements. We aim to keep information useful and respectful, and to update pages when reliable guidance changes.

Need help now?

If someone is in immediate danger, call 111. For emotional support, call or text 1737. For gambling-related support, use the New Zealand gambling support directory.