Title: Mastering Bipolar Disorder
Description: Personal stories from sufferers of bipolar disorder reveal what it's like on the inside. Their inspiring accounts and wise advice are accompanied by tips from psychiatrists for managing this difficult condition successfully.A great insight from a sufferer's perspective. I hope people draw strength from reading how others deal with this condition. You can see that it is a constant battle living with bipolar, but with the right help and self-management the disorder can be controlled.' Andrew Johns, former Australian Rugby League captain'This book takes you inside the experience of learning to tame bipolar disorder. It offers a message of hope. It is essential reading, not only for health professionals and people with bipolar disorder, but also for those of use who love someone living with this misunderstood condition.' Julie McCrossin, journalist and broadcasterMastering Bipolar Disorder gathers personal stories from the real experts: people with bipolar disorder. They share inspiring and sometimes amusing accounts of their experiences of bipolar episodes, and wise advice on ways of managing the highs and lows on a daily basis.They cover all aspects of bipolar disorder, from first symptoms and diagnosis, to times when the disorder is more or less under control. They emphasise the importance of personal strategies such as exercise and support networks alongside medication and professional assistance.With tips from clinicians and the latest research, Mastering Bipolar Disorder offers tested and proven solutions to help everyone with bipolar disorder and their families experience a better quality of life.
Subjects: Nonfiction, Self-Improvement, Psychopathology, Mood Disorders, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF-HELP, Manic-depressive illness, Bipolar Disorder, Mental health