From leading scientist-practitioners, this pragmatic, accessible book
provides a complete framework for individualized assessment and
treatment of bipolar disorder. It addresses the complexities of working
with individuals with broadly varying histories and clinical
presentations, including those who have been recently diagnosed, those
who are symptomatically stable, and those who struggle day to day to
achieve symptom remission. Extensive case material illustrates proven
strategies for conceptualizing patients' needs and working
collaboratively to help them adhere to medication treatments, recognize
the early warning signs of manic and depressive episodes, build coping
skills, and manage specific symptoms. The second edition is a complete
revision of the original volume, updated and restructured to be even
more user friendly for clinicians.