Bipolar disorder occurs more often among creative writers and artists. A fascinating account of the lives of numerous individuals whose creative work was affected by periods of mania and depression, and who often succumbed to the illness. Kiesa Kay, Ed. Kids with bipolar disorder may be gifted and have learning disabilities as well. Excellent introductory book for parents wondering if their kids' moods and behaviors are normal or might be symptomatic of bipolar disorder, ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, depression, or other brain disorders.
Lifts blame from parents and offers advice on diagnosis and treatment options.
Hormonal cycles influence mood in girls and women. Raskin addresses the special concerns of females with bipolar disorder during puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Addresses the seasonal component of mood disorders which often worsen at predictable times, with some information about light treatment and children. I m Sad-Recognizing,Treating, and Preventing Childhood and Adolescent Depression. G., M.D., and Lynne S. Dumas, Viking, 1997.