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There are over 10 million people whose lives are touched by bipolar disorder in our country alone, many of them Christians. If you have bipolar disorder and have struggled with questions such as, "Why hasn't God healed me of my bipolar disorder?" "Is there something wrong with my faith?" or "Am I a bad Christian?" then you are not alone. Michele also struggled with these and other questions regarding her bipolar disorder, yet found comfort and inspiration in the Scriptures. In this devotional journal, she shares with you those Scriptures as well as her own struggle with bipolar disorder and the recovery that she enjoys today. ... Read more

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An internationally respected psychiatrist offers the most practical, up-to-date resource available on bipolar disorder.

For Dr. Wes Burgess, the diagnosis of bipolar disorder means hope-hope for the estimated ten million people who will develop the disorder during their lifetimes, and hope for the families and friends of people who suffer from it. Drawing upon the real questions asked by patients and families during his nearly twenty years as a bipolar specialist, The Bipolar Handbook comprehensively tackles every area of the disorder, from its causes to medical treatment and psychotherapy, to strategies for creating a healthy lifestyle, to the prevention of, coping with, and treatment of bipolar episodes. From the more than five hundred questions and answers, you'll learn:

- what to expect when pursuing a diagnosis
- how to choose the right doctor or specialist
- how to get the disorder under control
- what treatments and medication protocols are best for you
- how to reduce stress to prevent manic and depressive episodes
- what family members and friends can do to support you, and more

Dr. Burgess also addresses unique lifestyle concerns facing bipolar individuals. Special chapters on practical strategies for career success, building healthy relationships, issues that specifically affect bipolar women, and coping techniques for families and friends further explore the impact of the disorder on daily life.

The Bipolar Handbook's easy-to-access format and full chapter of resources, as well as diagnostic criteria from the American Psychiatric Association and the National Institute for Mental Health, make this a versatile guide-perfect for quick reference and in-depth discovery. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (29)

A Life Changing Book
This book transformed my understanding of myself. It is just absolutely incredible, the best bipolar intro ever.

In answer to some of the critiques, it's true the book is very general, but that is its purpose: to provide a broad overview and allow the reader to explore further. It is also true that the info can readily be found elsewhere, but the genius of the book is that it allows you to use the scientific knowledge to sum up your own life. When Burgess says that bipolars have a tendency to associate themselves with powerful people, the insight just strikes you with blunt force, and forces you to reassess all your relationships.

I particularly appreciated his insight into the potential dangers of hypnosis on people who can't control their emotions. Indeed, I hope he goes further in the future and discusses the whole range of therapies and techniques (Gestalt, guided imagery, deep trance meditation, etc.) that can tip vulnerable bipolars into manic and psychotic states. With particular reference to Gestalt, I would not that challenging, confrontational types of New Age and other therapies are often bullying and deadly to people just learning to defend themselves against abuse.

What a great book. I can't recommend it enough.

The Bipolar Handbook
Best book yet that I have read on the subject and I wished I had read it years ago.Very simple but exact explanations of everything covering all aspects of the illness and more.

Very informative.
Very informative and easy to read. Must have reading for anyone living with someone that has bipolar.

The Bipolar Handbook: Real-Life Questions with Up-to-Date Answers
This book is very easy to read and to the point.The format with questions and answers makes it so that you can jump to any page and read different parts, which is good for a person with Bipolar that would not necessarily want to sit down and read page by page.It has helped us a lot.Thank you.

Every Once in a While Something New Comes Along.
Every once in a while something new comes along.
As a psychotherapist and an individual with bipolar disorder, I have read my share of book on this subject. There are many which are helpful; however, "The Bipolar Handbook," is like no other.What Dr. Burgess, a psychiatrist and longtime practitioner, has created is something highly accessible to the patient and professional alike. "The Bipolar Handbook," is written in a question and answer format.Divided into several sections, each part poses questions highly relevant to the reader. His answers are informative due to his years specializing in bipolar disorder, combined with a pragmatic, common sense sort of advice not often found in a self-help book of this type.
Along with the usual information and topics you will find discussed elsewhere, Dr. Burgess answers questions on issues not normally found, like career success strategies, personal relationship maintainance,and issues relevant to the unique needs of women.All of these topics are addressed in an open, casual manner,as if one were seated in his office, and he was speaking to you personally. The book can stand on its own or be used along with other books on the subject written in a more conventional style.It is easy to read and holds one's attention.
Most of all, Dr. Burgess writes in a way that is upbeat and optimistic about the ability of those with bipolar disorder to get a handle on controlling the symptoms and lead a productive, enriched life. The idea that medication and psychotherapy are the best manner of treatments echoes through his book and has been shown to be true through study after study.
Dr. Burgess is to be commended for his contribution to the literature on the subject of mental illness. If you want to be informed on the topic of bipolar illness by a doctor who knows his stuff, "The Bipolar Handbook," is the book to get. ... Read more

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Discover Exciting New Treatments For Bipolar Disorder
Now you can maintain control of your bipolar disorder and begin enjoying life again—today! This book dispels the myths and fears surrounding bipolar disorder. It offers compassionate, practical, and immediate guidance for anyone affected by this disorder. Inside, world-renowned experts present important, life-altering advances, including:
·The causes, symptoms, and patterns of bipolar disorder
·New medications
·The latest psychiatric findings
·Cutting-edge treatment models
·Complementary therapies that work
·Effective and practical tools for parenting your bipolar child
·And much more!
"This easy-to-read book demystifies the illness and teaches without scaring. A real addition to mental health literature!" —Alan F. Schatzberg, M.D., professor and chairman, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University
"This creative, authoritative, state-of-the-art book is an enormously valuable tool in dealing with depression. Written from three unique perspectives, it is certain to profoundly impact the lives of patients and their families." —Martin Keller, M.D., professor and chairman, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Brown University ... Read more

Customer Reviews (30)

All that and a bag of chips
The book does exactly what it claims, it provides new hope in the form of practical and useful information.

best bipolar book on sheveles
This is by far one of the most informative books on Bipolar Disorder.It's straight and to the point with tib bids of information for the family too.I highly recommend it to those who are seeking as much information as you can get and use it as a tool to educate your love ones.

A different perspective
This book takes a different perspective on bipolar disorder.The book, while it has clinical elements, is not so cut and dried as many other books are on bipolar disorder.There is more discussion of the human impact of bipolar disorder, both on the patient and on their families and friends.I wish there were more books that really got into how this disease affects the people around the patient; most of them tend to concentrate on the patient, which is important, but bipolar disorder has an enormous impact on the families, friends and communities in which the patient lives.I really wish that the medical community would take that more into account and provide treatment plans that can involve the family and friends.

A pearl
I am bipolar & highly recommend this book. It's one of the few that actually offer some hope. While reading the reviews, I've noticed most of the 4-5 star reviews are by people such as myself, who are also bipolar. Others who give it low ratings seem to use anonymous names & refer to the bipolar co-author as "loopy" and "illogical." These terms strike me as common, but ignorant, stereotypes. The pharmaceutical companies are obviously going to be unhappy with this book.
This is one of the few books I won't give away. However, I will buy it for friends & give it as a gift.

Overly Explanatory with Examples by an Annoying Patient Recounted Throughout
This book includes basic information on mood disorders, including major depression, mania, and hypomania, all components of what used to be called manic-depression and is now known as bipolar disorder.

I found other books more helpful as far as scientific knowledge and explication.I found Kay Redfield Jamison's books insightful, inspiring, as well as incredibly knowledgeable.I found this book annoying, and it relied too heavily on the double whammy of an explanation or point made by one of the medical authors with a lay person follow-up by Nancy, a patient with bipolar disorder whose experiences and anecdotes are leaned on heavily throughout the book. In trying to warm up what they perhaps feared might be an overly objective, medical reference book, which it is far, far from being anyway, the authors used Nancy as a device to humanize the condition.

I got very tired of Nancy and her loopy examples.When not preening over the authors' attention as the pet subject of the book, she was just illogical and somewhat strident or annoying.She had a very definite "voice," which to me was loud and probably possessing a strong New York accent.I feel for Nancy and her experiences with this disorder, but her examples had no resonance for me and detracted from any actual information.

Go for Jamison definitely and browse through some other newer sources.Skip this one. ... Read more

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More and more people are being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, which affects 2.6 percent of all American adults. This diagnosis can be scary for patients and their loved ones, but new medications, therapies, and lifestyle changes have transformed treatment and benefited patients. With this health guide, you'll find authoritative, reassuring advice on topics like:

• The causes of bipolar disorder
• Common side effects to medications
• Alternative and nontraditional approaches
• Mania and manic episodes
• Links between bipolar and other disorders

This completely revised and updated edition includes the latest treatment options as well as recent studies and classifications. Bipolar disorder is a complex diagnosis. With this positive, supportive guide, you'll find the answers to all your questions--even the ones you haven't thought to ask. ... Read more

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The Rookie's Guide to Bipolar Disorder is a primer for the person who has just been diagnosed with the disorder. It is a how-to to help the person make basic decisions about what to do, and contains basic information about bipolar disorder to help the person understand what is happening to him or her. It is also helpful for persons who are interested in learning more about the disorder to help loved ones.The book contains resources to aid in dealing with the disorder. These include helpful books, access to support groups, websites, message boards, and chat rooms. All these will guide the person with bipolar disorder in learning more about bipolar and how to manage his or her situation. ... Read more

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Clear answers on correctly diagnosing and living with bipolar disorder.

This comprehensive and reliable guide addresses how bipolar disorder is different from other disorders, the latest research into bipolar treatments, strategies for living with bipolar disorder, and much more.

*Bipolar disorder is estimated to be the sixth leading cause of disability in the world, and the number of Americans diagnosed as bipolar may be as high as 10 million
< *The number of children and teens diagnosed as bipolar has more than tripled since 1994
*Includes information on parenting a child with bipolar disorder
... Read more

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Author's Review
Yes, I am the author and I wanted to give you a little bit more about this book. I am my own worst critic, so I thought I would rate the book once I read it. Yes, I wrote it, but didn't get a chance to read it in it's entirety. The Alpha editors did a good job. I am trained and educated in medication,but I am not a medical doctor. The info about the medications comes from feedback from the 25,000 mental health professionals I have trained, and mostly from the National Institute for Mental Health (NIMH). I have researched the natural remedies, but haven't found any that will do the job 100%. See Dr. O'Connell's website in the book for more info. The most natural medication that works seems to be lithium. Rita Warner did a great job in bringing the tech data down to a simple understanding. My other associates in the book were excellent and the editors blended their work in nicely. For more info and a little humor, see [...]. Wishing you the best. Dr. Jay ... Read more

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Clinical Manual for Management of Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents was written in response to the growing body of knowledge surrounding pediatric bipolar illness and the underlying biological, environmental, and psychosocial influences that exacerbate symptoms and behavior. Written to provide clinically useful information about diagnosis and management, this manual is a comprehensive collection of empirical evidence, case studies, and the growing number of evidence-based reports on pediatric bipolar disorder over the past five years.This revised and extended manual thoroughly examines how the past dualism of nature versus nurture should be replaced with the more accurate nurture enhancing or igniting nature in young patients facing bipolar disorder. This enhanced text also features several new chapters by Dr. Mary Fristad and team at The Ohio State University, who are experts in the family and psychosocial aspects of pediatric bipolar disorder. ... Read more

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Approximately 5.7 million Americans have bipolar disorder, a brain disorder also known as manic-depressive illness. The Bipolar Disorder Answer Book is an authoritative reference for people with Bipolar Disorder and their loved ones, providing sound advice and immediate answers to their most pressing questions.

Written by an experienced psychiatrist, The Bipolar Disorder Answer Book covers such topics as:

-What are the symptoms and different types of Bipolar Disorder?
-Can other illnesses cause Bipolar Disorder?
-What therapies, medications and relapse-prevention strategies can help with Bipolar Disorder?
-How does Bipolar Disorder differ in children and adults?
-What special issues are there for women with Bipolar Disorder?
-How can family and friends respond in a psychiatric emergency?

The Bipolar Disorder Answer Book offers up clear, confident counsel in an easy-to-read Q&A format that explains confusing medical lingo and guides readers through the world of Bipolar Disorder. ... Read more

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The Bipolar Disorder Answer Book- 275 Top questions
For anyone that has numerous questions about Bipolar Disorder either for a loved one or for themselves, I would highly recommend this book. This book is very easy to understand and is very informative for anyone that does not understand Bipolar Disorder.

bipolar
one of the better user friendly texts for those with bi-polar disorder or someone who wants to help

Excellent education on bipolar disorder.
If you have a loved one with bipolar disorder, this book will be a great resource.It's well written and is easy to understand.
I highly recommend it.

A GREAT RESOURCE!
I am an in-home therapist with an MSW. I have read this book and used it now with several families struggling with questions about bipolar disorder.It is written in a way that is so easy to understand for ANYONE and it is so well organized.It is also great for comparing symptoms that may be attributed to another disorder instead. I am so thankful the author took the time to put this together and to share it with so many who find it useful.

Great Book
I clicked the wrong number of stars!!!This book is a 5 star rating!!This is an intelligent book with great answers to many common and more detailed questions.I have read many books on bipolar disorder and this is one of the more useful ones.I recommend it for anyone who is new to the disorder as well as for those who are old hands! ... Read more

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Understanding Bipolar Disorder: A Developmental Psychopathology Perspective
I love and like this book so much, everytime I take it for read I think the author of this book. I think the author (Miklowitz), he is a clever man and he is polite man. Before I know amazon, I know him by e-mail. He suggest I view amazon to purchase textbook. I'm glad to know amazon.com because here is collective goods. And I'm very glad that I purchase textbook of him. Thank you. ... Read more

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Learn how religion can help in treating those suffering from bipolar disorder

The Treatment of Bipolar Disorder in Pastoral Counseling introduces a new treatment model based on Quaker ideas and practices that can be used in conjunction with medical and psychological practice for treating manic-depressive illness. This unique book examines the interplay between religion and psychoanalysis, using the latest research on the importance of silence, prayer, and meditation in psychotherapy, the role of community in healing, and the problem of God and suffering. The book includes clinical examples from the author’s counseling practice, case studies of bipolar clients, and an extensive bibliography of materials on this crippling disorder that affects more than two million American adults.

With its multidisciplinary approach, pastoral counseling may be the most effective psychotherapy for use with medical and pharmacological treatments. Pastoral counselors can gain valuable insights from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, learning, and family systems theories for a more complete understanding of their clients. The Treatment of Bipolar Disorder in Pastoral Counseling examines current understandings of the disorder, including the effects, advantages, and disadvantages of medications, genetic factors, and the search for a "mood gene," and looks at current treatment approaches, including object relations, psychoeducational, and narrative psychology.

The Treatment of Bipolar Disorder in Pastoral Counseling examines:

the writings of Quaker reformers, their methods of treatment, and the philosophies behind them

key theological ideas of Quakerism that are helpful to pastoral counselors

the ethical implications of pastoral counseling

self-emptying as a way toward health

the client’s right to privacy and individuality

the nature of suffering

the public perception of mental illness

theological reflections of mental illness

and much more

The Treatment of Bipolar Disorder in Pastoral Counseling also includes case studies of bipolar clients and an extensive bibliography of books, journal articles, and Internet resources. This unique book is an invaluable resource for pastoral counselors and psychotherapists in private practice, as well as chaplains and parish pastors. ... Read more

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Understanding Sensory Dysfunction is a clear and comprehensive resource to identifying and addressing sensory dysfunction in children, using a range of practical strategies to help them reach their full potential at home, at school and in the community.
The authors explain the causes, contributing factors, symptoms and associated behaviors of sensory dysfunction, particularly when found in conditions such as autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), ADHD and bipolar disorder. Focusing on early intervention, they provide a host of tried and tested integration activities, assessment and curricular modifications, treatment options and useful equipment and resources that ultimately aim to limit or prevent the interference of sensory dysfunction with successful learning, socialization and skills development.
This accessible and empowering book offers a unique approach to the condition and will help families, teachers and caregivers meet the particular needs of children with sensory dysfunction. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Poorly Organized
This book rambled, stumbled over itself, and was filled with grammatical errors. It was hard to determine where the authors were trying to go, and it seemed that once they got there, they offered little, if any, information that was actually useful. I learned perhaps two new things from this book, and they really aren't things that will help me to help my Aspergian son.

excellent resource...a "must have"
If you have a child with ADHD, an Autism spectrum disorder/Pervasive Development Disorder, or sensory integrative issues then this book will be an excellent read!! I love that it has entire chapters/sections devoted to the interaction between a specific disorder/diagnosis/cluster, and sensory response/reactions...the book is well-written, is readily understandable to lay-persons, yet it is as useful to therapists as many other books on the market...my son's therapist copied almost the entire book when she borrowed it from me!!!
In a nutshell, this book gives you certain behaviors that may manifest, gives ideas on how to resolve...yet is never preachy...love this book

A Must Read
This book has important wisdom for parents and teachers. The authors write very compassionately and very professionally about the process of helping kids with a number of disorders that can interfere with learning. They are very helpful, and always respectful of the children whose learning patterns they are describing. This is a great book!! LO in New York

Excellent advice on dealing with your child's SI dysfunction
Authors Emmons and Anderson are both special education teachers, as well as moms of children with sensory integration difficulties, and it shows. Their insightful book offers excellent strategies for helping children with SI dysfunction, especially when it occurs concurrently with autism, Asperger's, ADHD or bi-polar disorder.

An Outstanding Book!
An easy to read comprehensive look at sensory dysfunction covering symptoms, definitions, diagnosis as well as assessments, curriculum strategies and modifications in the environment.A must have resource for parents, caregivers, educators and therapists. ... Read more

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After receiving a bipolar diagnosis, you need clear answers. Bipolar 101 is a straightforward guide to understanding bipolar disorder includes all the information you need to control your symptoms and live better. Authored by both a psychologist and a mental health expert who has bipolar disorder herself, this pocket guide is the only book on bipolar disorder you'll ever need.

"The best primer ever written on the topic of bipolar disorder."
--Stephen Hinshaw, editor of Psychological Bulletin and chair of the department of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley

Customer Reviews (4)

Highly Recommended
I try to make it a point to read all the books I can find about bipolar disorder. I was diagnosed 7 years ago as type 2. Its something you can never stop learning about. So when this book came out I checked it out at the library. I have since purchased it I like it so much. It offers everything anyone who was or knows someone who was recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder could ever hope to know as of now. It has all the basics and then goes into more specifics. It offers great resources to continue your education on the subject and help make a life of living with bipolar disorder so much easier.

excellent book for all types of Bipolar patients
This book is amazing and should be required reading for all person who suffer from all types of bipolar disorders. Not only is it written by someone with Bipolar I, but it is filled with excellent charts for the patient to fill out and discover his/her triggers. It is only filled with hope and compassion.

Bipolar 101
Bipolar 101: A Practical Guide to Identifying Triggers, Managing Medications, Coping with Symptoms, and more
This book was an excellent resource put together in an easy to read format for anyone who has Bipolar or any family and friends who want to learn more about the disease.It contains excellent website resources, easy to understand references on medications, and charts (that you can personalize or design using a spreadsheet like Excel) that chart your moods by triggers, for example.On these points alone I would highly recommend this book.

great to carry in your purse
This is a small book, but it contains alot of very good info. I keep it in my purse to read when I'm waiting in the car, or doctors office etc. ... Read more

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A detailed booklet that describes Bipolar Disorder symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping.This booklet is also for family,friends and others who want to better understand this disease.

In this Booklet You Will Learn Everything You Need to know About Bipolar Disorder.

Table of Contents:

Introduction: Bipolar Disorder
What is bipolar disorder?
What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?
How does bipolar disorder affect someone over time?
What illnesses often co-exist with bipolar disorder?
What are the risk factors for bipolar disorder?
How is bipolar disorder diagnosed?
How is bipolar disorder treated?
What can people with bipolar disorder expect from treatment?
How can I help a friend or relative who has bipolar disorder?
Support for caregivers
How can I help myself if I have bipolar disorder?
Where can I go for help?
What if I or someone I know is in crisis?
Citations
For more information on bipolar disorder

Get Your Copy Today... ... Read more

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finally a Bipolar Book not overpriced
Finally a bipolar book not overpriced, that told me what I need to know, and why, what, where, and how: bipolar disorder

You Can't Get Any Better Information
This Book comes straight from the US Government.If you trust the US Government, this book will give you all the information you need about Bipolar Disorder that is current. ... Read more

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A Clinically-Oriented, Prescriptive Guide to Diagnosing and Treating Mood Disorders

Depression is very common in chronic medical illness, hindering recovery, increasing functional impairment, contributing to the costs of treating disease, and worsening prognosis.In addition, symptoms of depression are often indistinguishable from symptoms of co-occurring illnesses.It is imperative that clinicians acquire a more precise understanding of how depression and other chronic medical conditions impact each other, and how the treatments for each may influence the other.

This book describes the epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of comorbid depression and bipolar disorder with specific illnesses.It informs physicians about what patients need for optimum outcomes, and gives practical ideas on communicating with patients and instilling hope.

This wealth of practical information on treating mood disorders and comorbid physical illness over the long term and avoiding relapses can be immediately utilized to enrich patient care.

This is the first step-by-step mood disorder guidebook designed specifically for physician use:

• Helps physicians detect, diagnose, and treat depression and bipolar disorders in a concise, results-oriented way.Also helps physicians understand the issues and concerns of their patients for more effective and patient-centered care.
  
  
• Provides a clinically rigorous method for quickly and accurately linking symptoms to each disorder.
  
  
• Offers clear, up-to-date information on psychotropic drugs--with definitive instructions on the use of these antidepressants and mood stabilizers in the treatment of disorders, including dosage guidelines.
  
  
• Covers mood disorders as primary illnesses.
  
  
• Focuses also on how mood disorders affect the diagnosis, treatment, and course of specific medical illnesses.

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By reading the pages of this book, children and adults alike will get a rare glimpse into the private feelings and fears of a bipolar child. Children with bipolar disorder will be able to identify with Brandon's moods as he cycles between depression and mania. They will be comforted along with Brandon as he learns that he is not the only one who struggles with this inner turmoil. They will be educated as he learns what the illness is, how people get it and why there is hope for him to feel better. This story is appropriate for children between 4 and 11 years of age. However it will also be indispensable to parents, health care workers, teachers, grandparents and anyone else who cares about a child with bipolar disorder. It will increase understanding and awareness of this serious illness. ... Read more

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Amazing book for children and parents
This book was a key player in dealing with my son's initial diagnosis. When he read the book it made him realize he is not alone. It also helped his brother's (4 of them) realize that my son has a mental illness that prevents him from being able to regulate his emotions. I recommend this book for any family with a child who is or has been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. Any age is appropriate because it is written in such a way that it "explains" Bipolar.

This is an excellent book!
This is excellent to read with children suffering from bipolar disorder because the story is really captivating.I recommend this book!

Love it
I bought this book last year when my 8 year old was diagnosed with Bipolar. I was hoping it would help me explain to him what in the world was causing him the termoil his body was given him on the inside.
To my suprise it not only helped him understand, it helped me as well. He keeps it by his bed side (still to this day) and reads it either to himself or to me, when he is having and off day.

I am very thankfull I got this book.

Absolutely Wonderful 6 Stars
Bipolar disorder in children can manifest itself in many ways.This book helps children to understand what is happening in a non-clinical way.Having children with this illness, I have found this to be a valuable resource to let them know that they are not alone in what they are feeling.I have found that it helps open a line of communication between my wife and I and our girls.They are no longer embarrassed by the difficulties they face, because they understand that they are not the only ones to have this health condition.Also, it helps them to express their experiences to me in their own words.

Unsatisfied
I am both a mental health care professional, and a mother of a child with Bipolar II. Although Bipolar I, Bipolar II, and Cyclothalmia, differ greatly; there are many similarities. Unfortunately, none of them were connected in this book. When my child read it, the comment was, "I could never relate to this book. It's not me!". Nothing of the racing thoughts; the obsessiveness; the disruptive sleep patterns, etc. I shared the book with many of the families I work with, almost all had similar responses.I am happy to see the topic come up and be published for children. I just wish it could have been something that more of them and their parents could actually relate to. ... Read more

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Essential. Trusted. Indispensable.Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology has established itself as the preeminent source of education and information in its field. This much-expanded third edition relies on advances in neurobiology and recent clinical developments to explain the concepts underlying drug treatment of psychiatric disorders. In addition to redrawn art, an improved and more readable layout, and 30% more illustrations, the Third Edition has four all-new chapters on Psychiatric Genetics, Chronic Pain and Functional Somatic Syndromes, Disorders of Sleep, and Disorders of Cognition.Covered within are new neurotransmitter systems; theories on schizophrenia; clinical advances in antipsychotic and antidepressant therapy; coverage of attention deficit disorder and drug abuse; and new coverage of sleep disorders, chronic pain, and disorders of impulse control. This volume is indispensable for all students and professionals in mental health, enabling them to master the complexities of psychopharmacology. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Great reference for personal library
Stahl has produced another terrific book that explains Bipolar and Depression in terms that non-clinicians can understand.

I bought this book based on my desire for relevant information on BP. I have found the images of neuronal/brain activity that accompany most topics in the book to be extremely helpful and germaine to a full comprehension. The major pharmaceuticals used to treat the disorders are explained in detail, as well as their mechanism of action.

I would recommend this book to people affected with BP and Depression that have a faily high reading level ability.

Left hanging...
I wanted to return the book because it was not what I expected. I sent emails, but no one ever responded to say that it could be returned or not returned.

Before purchasing the book, I wished I had known that the customer service would be poor or even that the purchase would be considered a "FINAL SALE".

muy bueno
These series of books are great! easy to understand and an excellente book of consults.the quality of the book is just excellent!I recommend it. ... Read more

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More than 2,000,000 American adults suffer from bipolar disorder, characterized by rapid mood swings, from euphoria and recklessness to extreme hopelessness. What are the current and most effective tools and criteria for diagnosing and treating bipolar disorder?This compact guide has the answers you need today, including:Specific brain areas involved in bipolar disorder Typical symptoms and impacts of mania, hypomania, bipolar depression, and mixed episodes Evidence-based algorithms for treating bipolar disorder Maintenance treatment strategies Effectiveness of electroconvulsive therapy and other alternative treatments Psychosocial interventions that support pharmacotherapy Family-focused treatment approaches ... Read more

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fantastic
This book really is fantastic for the student of psychology, or the lay person. It uses terms as they are used in the DSM. It manages to be very highly accessible without feeling condescending, and its concise enough to be read in short order and used as a day to day reference guide.

Must read for the patient or concerned family memeber
Thank you for this important addition to the many many publications on bipolar disorder.This book contains a lot of very helpful technical information about the newest treatments, drugs and therapies available.It can be challenging, but is a great resource to help educate the patient or concerned loved one.Take it with you to the doctor and ask questions!Readers, take note - this was published in 2005!It has the newest information, unlike other books that continue to preach about outdated treatments! ... Read more

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Who's Crazy Here? is a concise guide for people seeking options to psychiatric drugs. Author Gracelyn Guyol ended her bipolar disorder in 2002 by addressing its underlying causes instead of treating the symptoms forever with drugs. When readers of her first book confessed difficulty "wading through" the length and science in most health books, Gracelyn created this 113 page guide to recovery fromADD/ADHD, Addiction, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Autism.Part I covers remedies for the most frequent causes of mental dysfunction: inadequate brain fuel, nutrient imbalances, disruptive substances, four "genetic quirks," flawed digestion, food allergies/sensitivities, environmental toxins, and emotional trauma. Chapters in Part II focus on a specific diagnosis and its unique causes. Innovative practitioners are introduced who have developed effective, drug-free treatments. Each chapter concludes with bulleted Steps to Recovery to discuss with your holistic practitioner.Since it can be difficult to locate doctors trained to treat mental illness without drugs, Chapter 1 provides key words, web sites, and tips for finding one using the Internet. For readers who want more scientific data and details, DVDs, books, and web sites are recommended throughout.Learn about practitioners using methods developed by the late Abram Hoffer, MD, PhD, who enabled 75% of his schizophrenic patients to live "normal" lives. Discover the clinic that ended Gracelyn's bipolar mania in just four months, which has been helping mental patients for two decades. Most addiction programs achieve long-term abstinence for only 3-10%. The approach Gracelyn recommends that addresses the physical causes of addiction enjoys 60-74% success.Even children with autism, the most complex disorder, frequently recover.Explore how holistic treatments can help you or a loved one restore mental health. ... Read more

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HOPE
This book should be subtitled:HOPE.For that is what it gives to so many people, after so many years of struggle.For me, it has been over 30 years of doctors, therapists, medication management, specialists, etc.This book has truly changed my life, in a big, big way.I have found some local medical professionals who are helping wean me off my medicines.I am feeling better than I ever have, and I'm eating healthier than I ever have.

Restorative Programs for Mental Illness
Who's Crazy Here?
Steps to Recovery Without Drugs
by Gracelyn Guyol,
Ajoite Publishing, Stonington, Connecticut, 2010.
124 pages, ISBN 9780578061764

Recovery from mental illness without drugs? In today's high-stress world, many people experience episodes of anxiety, depression or psychosis. Everybody knows that modern psychiatrists prescribe pills while psychoanalysts prefer talk therapy. Until people develop a mental illness, they don't learn about the complications, the problems and the difficulties that many vulnerable patients experience during episodes, just when they need quality care. The author of this book asks an important question - Who's Crazy Here?

Author Gracelyn Guyol, herself a recovered patient, healed her bipolar disorder in 2002. She remains mentally balanced by taking a daily regimen of vitamins, minerals and other nutritional supplements, avoiding toxins that cause her brain to malfunction and not eating gluten. Her book shares several steps which helped her recover from a serious mental illness.

Part 1 gently outlines Sherlock's Process, a practical approach for identifying mood disruptors, medical conditions and trigger factors. Without analyzing brain chemistry or psychiatry, Guyol politely but firmly encourages readers to consider the causes of their symptoms and find competent health professionals who treat patients safely and effectively.

Part 2 has step-by-step programs for recovering from ADD, addiction, eating disorders, anxiety, autism, depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. Each chapter suggests steps for recovery, offers helpful advice and lists reference books and web sites with patient-friendly information.

Who's Crazy Here? explains that mental patients are not crazy to hope for recovery. Even if their psychiatrists only prescribe drugs, Gracelyn Guyol encourages patients to use Sherlock's Process to find health professionals who know how to diagnose and treat the root causes of mental illness, without relying on zombifying doses of prescription medications. The author does not overload readers with biochemistry, research reports or medical terms. Gracelyn knows that patients and families have to start with the basics. Her book presents the facts, concisely, clearly and persuasively. The tone is encouraging, supportive and respectful.

The author introduces two little-known psychiatrists, Dr. A. Hoffer and Dr. H. Osmond, who met in the 1950s in Saskatchewan, Canada. With hundreds of psychotic patients to care for and few effective treatments, they teamed up with medical scientists and clinical professionals to research the metabolic causes of schizophrenia and develop restorative treatments. They used healing doses of vitamins, minerals and other nutritional supplements to complement other treatments. Many of their patients recovered on an orthomolecular program.

Gracelyn Guyol wrote this informative book to help patients, families and caregivers find quality care and recover from a mental illness. Even busy psychiatrists can use this book to understand how a restorative program can complement other treatments. Guyol's book inspires patients to hope, learn and recover, even patients with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia.

Review by Bob Sealey, BSc, CA - SEAR Publications www.searpubl.ca
Author of Finding Care for Depression, Mental Episodes & Brain Disorders
90-Day Plan for Finding Quality Care

Fantastic information, get this book
I have studied natural health and wellness for over 25 years.Every so often, information comes along that makes me want to shout from the rooftops.That's what I'd like to do right now.If you are interested in health and wellness, struggle with (or care about someone who struggles with) ADHD, autism, addictions, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or other chronic condition or persistent symptom that compromises the ability to live well and enjoy life, then read Gracelyn Guyol's concise holistic guide.
The first half of the book covers the nutritional, environmental, genetic, and emotional causes that contribute to most mental dysfunctions - good information for everyone.The second half focuses on specific diagnoses and their unique causes along with the innovative doctors who have developed effective, drug-free treatments.
I can't recommend this book strongly enough, and NOT just for those with diagnosed problems.Who's Crazy Here? is a handbook for all of us who want to optimize our lives.The information, resources and practitioners that Gracelyn has identified, distilled, and recommends are excellent and proven.I've never come across such a thorough yet concise and easy-to-read resource for natural health!
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Excellent book
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I love this book!!!
This book is amazing. It has helped so much in understanding what my son is experiencing. And because my partner is also Bipolar, it has helped me mediate between them when their cycles clash.

A True Resource!
I find myself going back to this book again and again.It's almost amazing to me that so many kids could be so alike in their fears and actions, but this book offers practical ways of getting out of the storm.It also is just so refreshing to have the voice of calm of the book, and be reminded life isn't always like this.It's a very thorough book covering all concerns for parents of bipolar kids.There are no easy answers, but it sure is nice to have this book to reference.

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Many of the techniques in this book take some time to get started. The beauty of adding laughter and joy to your relationship is that you can start immediately. You can get started today. In fact, you can get started right now and then help your partner do the same. Close this book and find something to make yourself laugh. Woo hoo! Remember something funny. Remember something wonderful about your partner. Think of all of the joy you have experienced in life and remind yourself that it can happen again. You now have the tools to make it happen. You have a new treatment plan that can work to help you recognize, modify, and hopefully prevent your partners major bipolar disorder symptoms. Your relationship has the opportunity to be happy, healthy, stable, and filled with joy. This book can help you through the many ups and downs you and your partner will experience as you create a more stable relationship. Read it often to find what you need at certain moments. Remember to always treat bipolar disorder first. And, most importantly, remember that laughter and joy are your first option when things get really tough. They will give you the peace of mind you need to move on and face your problems with strength. You can both do it.Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder ... Read more