Product Description

Living and thriving with bipolar disorder.

Bipolar disorder is about the wildest of euphorias and the deepest of depressions. Now, Alpha Books and Psychology Today present all the information, guidance, and support people with bipolar disorder—and their loved ones—need in order to thrive. This important book contains cutting-edge research and straightforward advice from the most respected names on bipolar disorder, along with the most up-to-date information on mental health organizations and support and advocacy groups. In addition, readers will find inspiring stories of courage and triumph.

• More than two million Americans live with bipolar disorder—and it’s on the rise among children and adolescents • Includes strategies for navigating the health care system, nurturing relationships, advancing in the workplace, and repairing bridges burned during mania and depression • Features the latest research—from new pharmaceuticals to innovative therapies, dietary changes to acupuncture, light therapy to mood charting

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #186559 in Books
• Published on: 2004-12-07
• Released on: 2004-12-07
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 400 pages

About the Author
Lori Oliwenstein, formerly a senior editor at Discovery magazine, has written on topics from evolutionary medicine to bacterial suicide for numerous magazines. She also coauthored Superhuman: The Awesome Power Within, the companion volume to the documentary series aired by the BBC and the Discovery Channel. She is currently a science writer for USC’s Health Sciences Public Relations Office.

Customer Reviews

Resourceful
Throughout the book you will find all kinds of important resources. I have some of the other bipolar books, but this one is a favorite, because it is very comprehensive and not overwhelming. This is the one I pass on to relatives who need an introduction to the disorder.

Terrific
Informative, easy to understand, and doesn't ramble. I just wish it had more info on hypomania.

Worth it
For anybody looking to build a beginning foundation of Bipolar knowledge, this book is a must. It covers almost every relevant topic relating to the disorder. It is a great book for Bipolar sufferers as well as anyone around them seeking a deeper understanding. One of my top 5 books.