This much-needed volume gives clinicians essential strategies for
managing the complexities of bipolar disorder and tailoring treatment to
each patient's changing needs. Highly readable, accessible, and
pragmatic, the book provides expert guidance on critically important
treatment questions. It addresses which medications to try and at what
dosages, what psychosocial interventions are most helpful at different
phases of the illness, how to continually monitor and fine-tune
treatment to keep patients functioning well, and how to involve family
members productively. The authors draw on state-of-the-art research as
well as extensive clinical experience as a psychotherapist and a
psychopharmacologist. Vivid case material is included throughout.
Reproducible questionnaires and forms can be downloaded and printed in a
convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.
Winner (First Place)--American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year
Award, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Category