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Title: Bipolar: more severe, less obvious in children: longitudinal course study.(Children's Health)
Author: Diana Mahoney
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 15, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 34Issue: 2Page: 53(1)

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Title: Tool helps spot Bipolar Prodrome in children: questionnaire asks patients to rate 39 symptoms that can emerge before the first manic episode.(diagnosis and treatment)
Author: Michele G. Sullivan
Publication: Clinical Psychiatry News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2006
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 34Issue: 4Page: 32(1)

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Learn everything you need to know about living with bipolar disorder.


* What is a Bipolar Disorder?
Learn more about the disorder and how to recognize the warning signs.

* How to Get an Accurate Diagnosis?
Learn how to make certain a patient is diagnosed properly.

* What Are the Different Types of Bipolar Disorder?
There are different types and they are treated differently.Learn what they are and how they are addressed.

* How Can You Reinvent Your Thoughts?
Learn how to track and change your moods

* How to Prevent Suicide?
Learn about this as well as how to handle other damaging behaviors.

* What Are Episodes?
This may seem obvious but there are different types of episodes and learn how to identify and deal with each one.

* What Actually Causes Bipolar Disorder?
Learn about some causes and some theoretical hypotheses.

* Bipolar Disorder and Biochemistry.
It starts in the brain.Learn about neurotransmitters.

* What Triggers Episodes?
Is it hormones, negative thinking or maybe it’s seasonal.Find out here.

* How Does Social Behavior Relate?
Discover how to overcome negative thinking and learn how to avoid social situations that might trigger an episode.

* What’s the Prognosis?
Is it possible to prevent episodes?Find out how to identify and remove some of the stressors.

* Are There Medications to Treat the Disorder?
This can be tricky.Find out what to do before going that route.

* What Treatment is Available?
Like medications, this can be varied and must be tailored for the individual.Learn how that is

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* How to Create Your Recovery Plan
Learn how to take all your information and construct your own plan.

* Food, Fun and Exercise
You can’t get around it.Healthy living is all about all three of these.Learn about how they relate as well as alternative possibilities.

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“Understanding Bipolar Disorder: Learning How to Cope”

Do you live with or know someone suffering with bipolar disorder?If so, pay close attention!

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• Determine what the right course of action

• Why so many struggle with treatment

• How to find out and understand your illness

• Learning to cope with bipolar disorder

• How to monitor your medications

• Why you shouldn't use drugs or alcohol during your medication period

• Why and how to find your support group

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If you have wondered about bipolar disorder treatment due to symptoms of bipolar disorder, this book is for you.

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Title: Polypharmacy often used in bipolar children. (Some Data Support Practice).
Author: Carl Sherman
Publication: Clinical Psychiatry News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2003
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 31Issue: 1Page: 14(1)

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Title: Adolescent Bipolar Disorder Charts a Troubled Course.(Brief Article)
Author: Carl Sherman
Publication: Clinical Psychiatry News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2001
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 29Issue: 10Page: 22

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You are about to take an in-depth look at bipolar disorder. It's all you need to know about bipolar disorder to help you or a loved one lead a normal life.

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I myself was diagnosed with bipolar disorder several years ago, but it wasn't easy when I first found out! I mean, information on this isn't easy to come by... Especially the kind of comprehensive information I needed to understand my illness. To be quite honest with you, I got tired of looking and searching all over the place, so I decided to create this definitive book on bipolar disorder!

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Title: Irritability, aggression rule in early bipolar.(Child/Adolescent Psychiatry)
Author: Patrice Wendling
Publication: Clinical Psychiatry News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 35Issue: 7Page: 22(1)

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Title: Ziprasidone appears safe, effective in Pediatric Bipolar.(CHILD/ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRY)(Clinical report)
Author: Bruce Jancin
Publication: Clinical Psychiatry News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2010
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 38Issue: 1Page: 28(1)

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Title: 'Acquainted with the Night'.(BOOKS, THE CHILDREN OF THE BRAIN)(Book Review)
Author: Rodrigo A. Munoz
Publication: Clinical Psychiatry News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2005
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 33Issue: 5Page: 52(1)

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As we enter the new millennium, promoting sound mental health and positive behavior of adolescents has undeniably taken on greater significance than ever before. To that end, more and more research is confirming what many have suspected for years: environment and community surroundings have a major affect on an adolescent’s well-being and overall mental health. And because no single causal agent triggers teenage pathology—and no one-size-fits-all treatment is available—the Handbook of Adolescent Behavior Problems offers a comprehensive and integrative biopsychosocial approach to effective practice.

This volume examines not only the psychological and genetic factors underlying dysfunction, it also explores the critical roles that family members, peers, and the larger community play in an adolescent’s life. It offers current interdisciplinary perspectives on adolescent development, both functional and pathological, and provides coverage that is clear, accessible, and practical on such topics as:

• Major disorders, including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, ADHD, PTSD, developmental delays, and conduct disorders.
• Behavior problems, such as substance abuse, sexual offenses, teen pregnancy, school failure, gambling, and gang violence.
• Best practices, reviewing what works (i.e., interventions that have been rigorously validated), what might work (i.e., those in need of further study), and what doesn’t work.
• Residential interventions as well as community treatment.
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Each chapter focuses on a specific behavior or disorder and is formatted to help readers quickly locate needed information.

The Handbook of Adolescent Behavior Problems provides a solid foundation for understanding the adolescent experience and the influence of the family and community as well as much-needed information on the development of evidence-based practices. It is designed to be a one-stop reference for anyone working with adolescents—developmental psychologists, clinical and school psychologists, and education specialists as well as for graduate students in these areas.

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A developmental bio-psychosocial framework for the early identification, assessment, preventive intervention, and treatment of children with bipolar patterns. ... Read more

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Good Summary of Bipolar Patterns in Children
This book gives a nice practical application of the patterns seen in children with bipolar tendencies.Case studies are used along with supportive research to highlight these patterns.I particularly liked the way Greenspan's DIR model was applied.It was comprehensive, yet brief and concise.Possibly beginner to intermediate level read. ... Read more

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[SERIES COPY] New to the Adolscent Mental Health Initiative series are books written specifically for teens and adolescents.Each book addresses some of the major mental health issues facing young people today: depression, alcoholism, drug abuse, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders.Tey will be written for and by young people who have struggled with and conquered these illnesses themselves.Supplementing this first-person narrative with the scholarship and expertise of leading psychiatrists and psychologists, the authors will provide such essential information as how to go about getting a diagnosis, what the latest treatment options are, and how to cope with mental illness at home and at school.Using this unique combination of personal narrative and cutting-edge research, these books are designed to help teens adn young adults deal effectively with these illnesses and to empower them and their families to act immediately and wisely and getting the best available treatment possible.

The life of a person with bipolar disorder can be tumultuous.Imagine living in a world divided into many parts: one is fast-paced, frantic, energetic--you are at the top of your game and feeling invincible; another is so bleak and dark that even the simple task of going to the store requires Herculean effort.Now imagine a third: going about your daily routing when another manifestation, the mixed state, combines these symptoms simultaneously.This is just a glimpse into the world of a person with bipolar disorder
Many people diagnosed with this disorder are adolescents: young people who often feel isolated, unsure of who to talk to, or where to turn for help or answers.Having been diagnosed with the disorder at age fifteen, Patrick Jamieson knows firsthand the highs and lows and bring his experiences to bear in Mind Race: A Firsthand Account of One Teenager's Experience with Bipolar DisorderR, the first in the Annenberg Mental Health Initiative series written specifically for teenagers and young adults.Mind Race is a first-person account, aimed at teens who have recently been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, informative in a compassionate, good-humored, yet authoritative manner.Jamieson discusses his own challenges and triumphs, and offers advice on dealing with developing symptoms such as how to recognize the beginning of a mood shift.In accessible language, he presents the latest in scientific research on the disorder, treatment options, and how to cope with side effects of different medications.He includes a detailed F.A.Q. that answers the questions a newly diagnosed adolescent is likely to have, and also offers suggestions on how to communicate with friends and family about the bipolar experience.
With Mind Race, Jamieson offers hope to teens and young adults living with bipolar disorder, helping them to navigate and overcome their challenges so they can lead a full and rewarding life.
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Excellent Book!
This book was very informative and gave answers I was searching for.I liked the "first person" format.It made it easier to relate to the problems the author had while growing up.Excellent Book!

Very Helpful Insight
As the parents of a wonderful child who is being treated for a chemical imbalance in her brain that has been recently diagnosed (after years of miss diagnosis) as bipolar, we have found that this book has given us more insight into the illness than any other book we have read to date (which is quite a few). This is NOT a reference book with general advice on treating the condition, but a single person's experience with it.While his experiences are not the same as ours, this telling is very vivid and understandable, and he pulls no punches while not getting preachy.He brings up many of the issues that face this illness including the impacts it has on friendships, lifestyle, how certain terminology in our society can affect the person struggling with these issues.The book is a short easy read that touches on many aspects of the treatments but not as a reference but more as an explanation.His use of humor to ease some of the heavy parts is excellent, and the book has become a wonderful way to open dialog with all members of our family.We have purchased a number of copies of the book and are sharing them with others.THANK YOU Patrick Jamieson.You have given us both the focus of seriousness of the condition as well as hope that our wonderful child can live a full and wonderful life.

He is me, I am him
This book shows me personally. Living with bipolar, I formed a connection. With humor, yet poignant truth this book clearly depicts inner turmoil and shame experienced. His constant denial of a psychological diagnosis was the lack of education of society during his upbringing; where brain based chemical imbalances defined you "crazy" and "dangerous." The book's complete honesty using layman terms can depict the two unpredictable uproars of "mass destruction." Where mania and depression play tug a war inside a solitary body. GOOD READ.

Dissapointing
I was very dissapointed with this book. Fortuantely I bought it through marketplace and didn't spend too much on it. The book was a waste of my time. Also the book is deceptive, it sates that it is told from the reference of a teen, but it is told from the reference of an adult who, at that, mentions more of medication and treatment. Not more that 30 pages are towards his experience in a psych wards as a teen. It also looks more like a pamphlet than a book.

well written and interesting....
This book is a well-written and interesting first person account of the coming of age of a teenager with bipolar disorder.It is the best book I've seen that describes what what mania and depression feels like.It discusses all the pertinent topics, drugs, depression, mania, suicidal feelings and hospitalization, including why one would be hospitalized and what it is like being in hospital.The author talks about all these things as he has experienced them, which is the chief strength of the book.I would recommend this book for anyone who is bipolar and for the family and friends of people who are bipolar.It is very well done. ... Read more

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Excellent
I have just began reading this book - but it is an excellent resource if you have a teen who is showing signs, being treated, or has been diagnosed with Bi-polar - it is full of information regarding bi-polar, causes, medications, and recommended treatment options and recaps bi-polar medications and side-effects - if you are desperately seeking information regarding your bi-polar teen - this is an excellent resource - DH

Understanding is a two way street!
This book sets the stage for any family to begin and understand this terrible disorder that afflicts so many of our young teens and their families.Not only do you, the reader, learn about what causes and treatments that are available to you and loved ones. But, you learn how to go about understanding what triggers episodes and how to help cope with the life piercing stresses that accompanies Bi Polar disorder. I could goon and on. But I believe once you have read this book you too, you will think that the authors are directly speaking about your own personal challenges. Only the names are different.

great book
Understanding your child's emotional challenges can help your child be the best they can be
A Moment of Peace: Relaxation for Parents AudiobookA Moment of Peace: Relaxation for Children

Very helpful for families
This book is full of information about diagnosis, medication, treatment, and managing the teen in the home, as well as many valuable and practical tips to guide family members in this difficult situation. It is written in a very accessible way for family members to understand and use.

Teen or Bipolar
It is very hard to tell what is normal teen craziness and bipolar unease. There are still areas that are grey and as a parent you have to trust your gut feelings. Bottom line dealing with a teen or two teens with bipolar is not easy no matter what you read. Books just make you feel a bit less crazy! To know that others understand and to get some insight helps. ... Read more

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"Understanding And Treating Bipolar Disorder," a 97-page eBook that provides comprehensive information about this disorder, is a must read for everybody who wishes to enhance their knowledge about it. Revealing little-known facts, it offers an insight into the disorder. It explains in simple, layperson's terms the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder and outlines various ways of managing it.

These Are Some Of The Tips You Will Find In The Book :

* Understanding Bipolar To Get Help
* Why Should I Get Help Anyway?
* Why So Many Struggle With Treatment
* Learning To Cope With Bipolar Disorder
* Why You Should Consider Support Groups
* Childhood Treatment Options For Bipolar Disorder
* What To Do If You Have A Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
* Tips On Recognizing Bipolar Symptom And Its Importance
* Treatments For Bipolar Disorder: Getting Rid Of That Monkey On Your Back
* The Manifestations Shown By A Bipolar Child Helps In Proper Diagnosis
* A Bipolar Overview: Discovering Bipolar
* Medicine Or Talk Therapy: Common Bipolar Disorder Treatment
* Your Child And Bipolar Disorder: What You Should Know And What You Should Do
* Considering A Long-Term Medication For Bipolar? Choose LAMICTAL
* Pediatric Bipolar Versus Asperger's Disorder
* Tough Yet Rewarding Ways On Loving Someone With Bipolar Disorder
* Bipolar And Schizophrenia: Are Both Disorders The Same?
* What Are The Symptoms Of Bipolar Disorder?
* A Complete Guide To Bipolar Illness
* Living Your Life In Advantage Even With Bipolar
* Helpful Tips To Newcomers On A Bipolar Chat Room
* Understanding Bipolar Disorder Symptoms
* Bipolar Disorder - Symptoms And Effects
* Bipolar II Disorder - 13 Points To Remember
* Bipolar Online Quiz
* Are You Too Moody Or Are You Going Nuts? Analyze With A Bipolar Test!
* Signs & Symptoms in the Depressive Phase
* Signs & Symptoms in the Manic Phase
* Causes Of Bipolar Disorder - 11 Points To Remember
* Understanding The Bipolar Disorder Codes - 18 Codes You Must Know
* Medications For Bipolar Disorder - 10 Points To Remember
* Bipolar Disorder Among Children - 11 Key Symptoms
* CBT To Treat Bipolar Disorder
* Treatments For Bipolar Disorder
* Understanding Bipolar Disorder - 14 Basic Facts


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When a child or adolescent is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, it’s hard for his or her parents to know exactly what to do. What constitutes an effective therapeutic approach to help their bipolar child navigate childhood and adolescence? In this book, a psychiatrist and a psychologist, both specializing in mood disorders, offer a comprehensive overview of the available treatment options and most effective parenting strategies for dealing with this serious condition.

In addition to a thorough explanation of the often necessary medical treatments for bipolar disorder, the book also details the importance of emotional regulation in bipolar children. Techniques for dealing with displays of rage, anger, and irritability in children are covered. The book also addresses sleep deprivation, one of the most common symptoms of childhood bipolar disorder, and the issues young people with bipolar disorder face in school. Subjects of particular interest to parents of older children and adolescents are covered, such as substance abuse, eating disorders, violence, and suicide. All of this information is complemented by advice on parental self-care and integrating the care of the bipolar child with the needs of the rest of the family. ... Read more

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great
Haven't begun reading - but it is the next book I plan to read regarding my child's situation - I believe it will be another good resource for a parent seeking information regarding the bi-polar teen - and answer questions one may have - DH

Parenting a Bipolar Child
The strength of this book is its practical applications. The interactions of a typical family are contrasted with a family with Bipolar kids. Reasons are given for why the interactions do not work. Then, it gives concrete ways that do work, such as no eye contact during times when a child is denied a request and is becoming argumentative. Also, it talks about how the role of a parent of a BD kid is different. Chapter 11 is all about irritability, a topic any parent of a BD kid can relate to. There is also a chapter on sleep issues. Basics related to diagnosis, medicine, school issues, symptoms, etc are also addressed. Everything is written in simple layman's terms that are easy to understand. Changing family dynamics is very difficult, so I keep my copy close by, so I can refer to it. As a parent of 2 newly diagnosed BD kids, if I could pick only one book to reference, this would be the one!

first look
I haven't finished the book yet, the beginning has to do with diagnosis, and behaviors your child may be experiencing. It is somewhat clinical, but may provide confirmation of what you may have been told by a physician. I am hoping the rest of the book contains more practical advice for day to day coping. Overall, it has been somewhat helpful so far.

doubtful value
I find it difficult to take anything Gianni Faedda says about the subject seriously, since, when I was briefly his patient, he incorrectly diagnosed me with bipolar disorder, a diagnosis which somehow never came up, after 15 years of psychiatry (1991-2005), until I entered his office. He prescribed lithium, which had no effect on me whatsoever. Furthermore, when I had a rather standard OCD repetitive motion attack during a session, to which I have been subject for many years, Faedda failed to recognize it for what it was, and later declared, in a phone conversation, that I was a malingerer and that he didn't believe me about a personal control issue I was having. He told me he didn't like me personally, and it was interfering with his treatment. Then he called my lawyer and caused me some trouble, when I had asked for his help, and after that I'd had enough of him, I no longer trusted him, I just fired him. And good riddance. There had been warning signs throughout--odd space control issues, where he would insist you take certain paths when you walked in his office, stuff like that. I should have paid more attention.

Frankly, from personal experience, he strikes me as a man with a hammer to whom everything looks like a nail. I wouldn't trust him with my mental health treatment, and haven't since. I certainly wouldn't trust him with my children's.

Comprehensive!
I have been parenting bipolar children for 25 years. My youngest is now 5. I wish this book had been available when I was raising my oldest. There are many good books on BP in children (and I have most of them), but if I could only have one, this would be the one. The section on the importance of sleep habits was worth the price of the book all by itself. ... Read more

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This book is intended to make everyone aware of how Bipolar Disorder, otherwise known as Manic Depressive Illness, especially in its atypical forms, is presently misunderstood and misdiagnosed as ADHD, Conduct Disorder, and other related behavioral disorders. It is also intended to make professionals and others who deal with troubled children become competent in identifying this serious and pervasive illness in children and adolescents and of being help to them.

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A little biased
An interesting read; however, the same thing is said over and over and over and over (get the idea?)He does make interesting points -- that I agree with about the disorder; but, this could have been said in a much more concise way.Tooooooooo much repetition.Save your $$.Don't bother.

A Definite MUST read - If your child has behavioral problems!
This book is great at explaining the differences between ADHD, and Child-Onset Bipolar disorders. It explains the different types of Child-Onset bipolar also.My son exhibits the Atypical Bipolar, which comes out in more aggressive, easily frustrated behaviors vs. typical manic / depressive stages.Bipolar in children is much different, than bipolar in adults!!!This book explains it so well, and I highly recommend it!! I highlighted so much of the book, and then took it to the doctor! Give it to the grandparents to read, your spouse, (your ex ;) and anyone who has a close relationship with your child.I have read several books on bipolar disorder in children... and this one is one of the best!!

wow. an EYE OPENER
my daughter was misdiagnosed as having ADHD/Oppositional Defiance Disorder. for two years she suffered through medications that made her feel worse and as her mother, i suffered right along with her. i got this book delivered today and read it from cover to cover IN TEARS because FINALLY everything made sense. my daughter is finally stable on the right combo of medications. this book is very informative and easy to read. most of the info i already knew but some i had to look up and research further. this book put my mind at ease in knowing we are finally on the right track. well worth every penny. thank you Dr. Isaac.

A must read
This is one of the Best books I have read about early onset Bipolar Disorder it describes my child exactly. I hope every parent and doctor read this book to understand not every child acting out has been abused or the parents are no good sometimes it is mental illness. I plan on buying several copies and handing them out to people, doctors and teachers that don't understand why my child is acting the way he is.Thank You sooo much for this book, it has helped me in so many ways . I hope it helps many others. PLEASE read this book if you know any child that is "out of control" it might be BP.

Highlights important info
It is so important for parents to understand that the co-morbidity rate between ADHD and Bipolar Disorder is extremely high.Not only can one be mistaken for the other, but they have an extremely high frequency of occuring together.This book does a good job of helping parents identify what could be wrong with their children.

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very helpful!
This book answered all my questions! Answered questions I wouldn't have thought to ask! Gave ideas and tips of things to ask doctors about! Very helpful.I didn't feel the need to look any further!

This book is a practical and informative guide.
I bought this book to help me handle my child who was actually not diagnosed with bipolar, but rather with asperger disorder + mood disorder not defined (one day his diagnose might be changed to bipolar).
I bought this book with the idea that the same or identical stuff that works for the everyday struggle (not medical) with bipolar kids should work for any severe mood disorder, and indeed I found it to be an excellent guide.

Kindle Edition, less than perfect
This book is an excellent resource for parents of bipolar kids.If it had only been available when I was raising my granddaughter, both of us would have been spared a lot of grief.It is a must read for parents whose children are being labeled as ADD/ADHD by the schools and encouraged (if not required) to drug the kids with Ritalin.Luckily, I stood my ground about the Ritalin, but every school she attended subtly accused me of being a poor parent for not caving in to their recommendations.They ignored at least two evaluations showing no sign of ADD/ADHD.

My only objection to the Kindle edition is that the checklists in the appendices apparently cannot be enlarged.They would be very helpful -- if I could see them clearly.

A fantastic resource for parents of bipolar kids
Dr. Pavuluri's book is the #1 resource I will go to when I have questions about anything related to bipolar disorder in kids.My daughter, now 13, was diagnosed with bipolar 2years ago. Anyone dealing with this knows the confusion, frustration, heart break, exhaustion, etc. that goes hand in hand with this disorder.
Thankfully, Dr. Pavuluri has gifted us with an easy to read, encouraging, hopeful, and realistic guide to help parents navigate thru the difficult times as well as take joy in the special and unique children that we have been blessed with. Dr. Pavuluri's years of experience as director of the bipolar clinic at UIC in Chicago is evident in the wealth of information and expertise that she presents in this book. For me, personally, her chapter on medications , their descriptions, usage,dosage, etc. has been an enormous help.I feel confident knowing that she has years of experience using these medications with kids, and she clearly explains the pros and cons of each medication used in treating bipolar in kids.
You can not go wrong in purchasing this book .Keep it on your shelf and refer to it often.
Thank you Dr. Pavuluri for your book and all the help that you offer to parents ofchildren diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Kathleen Kuper
Mokena, Illinois

The BEST Bipolar Kid Book Available!
I've got a library full of books about bipolar in children, but this is now my favorite and the first one I consult when questions arise.When I read this book for the first time, I immediately realized that Dr. Pavluri understands, better than anyone else I've encountered, what it is like to live with and love a child who suffers from early-onset bipolar disorder. Her commitment, compassion and genius really come through. In particular, I found that the book contains lots of specifics-- e.g., a treatment algorithmand specific examples of how and when to talk to (or not talk to) your child. She clearly understands the difficulty that many of us have getting our friends and family to understand and support our efforts on behalf of our children. In fact, I have prepared an information sheet for such people, which includes several excerpts from the book related to discipline ("Johnny never has any problems when he's with me. You just need to show him who's in charge.") and variable symptom presentation ("If she can keep it together at school, then she can keep it together at home.") This book is so fabulous that it makes me wish we lived in Chicago and could work with Dr. Pavluri in person. ... Read more

Product Description

When you travel to a new city, it helps to have a map close at hand. On the first day of school, you need to have your schedule of classes. And if you've been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or suspect you may have it, then it's even more important to have a guidebook within reach.

Facing Bipolar will help you navigate the world of medications, therapists, and the up-and-down mood cycles common to the disorder. It clearly explains what bipolar disorder is and provides sound guidance for developing the necessary coping skills to manage its impact on your life.

In this book you'll discover:

• How therapy and medications can help
• When and how to tell your friends, roommates, and teachers
• The four key factorsthat will bring more stability to your life
• How to develop a support network and access college resources
• Ways to overcome the challenges in accepting this illness

Customer Reviews (15)

Best helpful informative and insightful... book/manual!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Facing Bipolar: The Young Adult's Guide to Dealing With Bipolar Disorder Excellent book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great informative insightful educational inspiring encouraging.... Book/Manual!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Those who have or think he/she may/know someone who may have this illness must have this book as a reference guide/ helpful tool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!..................................................................

Excellent, Well-Written Book about Bipolar Disorder
The authors, both associated with the counseling center at the University of Virginia, have written a very complete, yet easy-to-read volume about biploar disorder.The book takes the reader from diagnosis to discussing the future that life holds for those with bipolar disorder.Additionally, there are chapters written about any topic a patient with BP would want to have answered.

Although this book's intended audience is for young adults and college students, I found the information in it was very helpful for me, too - and I'm 52!I enjoyed the way the authors used the language college students use, and I especially appreciated the case studies the authors use to illustrate the points they want to make.It's helpful to see how other people in the same situation have dealt with bipolar disorder.

If you are wondering if this book would help you understand bipolar disorder and assist you or a loved one face this diagnosis, I highly recommend that you order this book.You will not be disappointed.

Refreshing!
Hands down, the best resource I've found for young adults dealing with bipolar disorder.I am 24 and was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder a few years ago. While I have been through many of the initial shocks and have learned the hard way that I need to be on a schedule (many of the things Facing Bipolar addresses), this book provided me with a sense of relief I didn't have before.Before reading this book, I felt alone. I don't know anyone my age or even close to it that struggles with mental health to the same extent.I've read half a dozen books about being bipolar and this is the one that really hit home. Facing Bipolar is a much needed resource for young adults dealing with bipolar disorder for the first time.

The Best Book Around for Basic Information on Bipolar!
Facing Bipolar gives straightforward information on how Bipolar works, what to do to manage it and what to expect.It isn't full of technical medical study information, but rather information that anyone, whether a "Young Adult" or "Adult" can use.I think I have read them all, this was the best.In fact, I recommended it to a therapist friend who works with the local schools and they went out and got two copies for the special ed area to read themselves.

Excellent resource
I found this book to be incredibly helpful.I am a student with bipolar disorder and have read more works on the disorder than I can count.This one stands out in particular for its ability to connect on a young adult's level and provide a detailed guide to how best to stay healthy.I highly recommend this work for anyone facing bipolar disorder. ... Read more