"Essential reading, not only for the person learning to own their
bipolar, but for the support system members and treatment providers
walking alongside them in their journey to hope and healing."
--Sally Spencer-Thomas, PsyD, president United Suicide Survivor's
International
Knowledge is power, and grasping the basics of bipolar disorder can give
you the power you need to detect it, accept it, and own the
responsibility for treatment and lifelong disease management. With its
three-phase approach, Owning Bipolar can help you and your loved ones
become experts at an illness that has called the shots in your life for
too long. Now it's time for you to take control.
- The Pre-stabilization phase and recognition confronting the
causes of bipolar and the effects, including depression, anxiety, loss
of energy, avoidance of responsibilities, and suicidal thoughts
- The Stabilization phase and acting on it starting effective
medication, accepting the disease, and treating different types of
bipolar
- The Post-stabilization phase and living with it undertaking
long-term
maintenance, accepting your new identity, and coming to terms with your
responsibilities, and the responsibilities of your caregivers
Accessible and encouraging, and accented with empathetic first-hand
stories from people who share the disorder, this book is a vital
companion for readers to help them understand, treat, and live
successfully with bipolar.
"Will provide clarity and understanding to a seemingly complex and
confusing psychiatric condition."
--David B. Weiss, MD, FAPA
