New hope for people with bipolar disorder

Fawcett, Jan 1934- (Author). Golden, Bernard. (Added Author). Rosenfeld, Nancy, 1941- (Added Author).

Record details

ISBN: 0761530088
Physical Description: xviii, 333 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm.
print
Publisher: Roseville, Calif. : Prima, c2000.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 317-324) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Living with bipolar disorder -- Diagnosis of bipolar disorder -- The biology of bipolar disorder -- Medication therapy -- Psychotherapy -- The prevention of suicide in bipolar disorder -- The stigma of mental illness -- Optimism, hope, and transcendence -- The spirit of self-help -- A special concern: childhood/adolescent bipolar illness -- Living with people with bipolar disorder -- Support groups.