Living with someone who's living with bipolar disorder : a practical guide for family, friends, and coworkers /
Lowe, Chelsea.
Cohen, Bruce M.
San Francisco, Calif. : Jossey-Bass,
c2010.
Provides the information you need to deal with changing moods, turbulent ups and downs, depression, mania, and other behaviors of people with bipolar disorder.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 233-243) and index.
Provides the information you need to deal with changing moods, turbulent ups and downs, depression, mania, and other behaviors of people with bipolar disorder.
Understanding bipolar disorder. What is (and isn't) bipolar disorder? ; A brief, colorful history (and some science) of bipolar disorder ; Getting an accurate diagnosis ; Understanding medication ; Understanding psychosocial therapies and medical treatment options -- Living with your partner. Building a support team ;Bipolar disorders and the workplace ; Communication and coping skills ; Coping with negative and dangerous behaviors ; Sex, intimacy, and relationship issues ; Suicide attempts, hospitalization, and commitment ; Family matters -- Appendix. Excerpts from the DSM-IV-TR Diagnostic Criteria for Bipolar Disorder.
Manic-depressive illness