Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide: What You and Your Family Need to Know

Bipolar disorder is a lifelong challenge, but this guide provides science-based information and strategies to manage it and support loved ones. It includes coping mechanisms, treatment options, and lifestyle changes, with a new chapter on kids and teens and updated information on medications and therapy.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 444 pages
\n Publication date: 09 April 2019
\n Publisher: Guilford Publications
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Bipolar disorder presents a lifelong journey, yet it need not dictate your existence. In this revised third edition, esteemed authority Dr. David J. Miklowitz unveils proven strategies for managing your illness or providing support to a loved one grappling with the disorder. Gain insights into specific steps to navigate mood episodes, minimize recurrences, evade misdiagnosis, maximize treatment effectiveness, resolve family conflicts, and adopt lifestyle modifications to maintain well-being. This comprehensive guide has been thoroughly updated, featuring a new chapter dedicated to children and adolescents, the latest facts on medications and therapy, including significant advancements in personalized care, and expanded coverage of the bipolar II subtype. It includes informative boxes on complementary and alternative treatments and offers downloadable practical tools to aid your journey. Embrace the power to thrive amidst the challenges of bipolar disorder with the knowledge and guidance found within this invaluable resource.

\n Weight: 704g\n
Dimension: 179 x 254 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781462534982\n
Edition number: 3 New edition\n