A concise, essential guide to living with bipolar disorder by an
internationally known expert.
When a diagnosis of bipolar disorder enters your life, you may not be
sure where to turn for accurate information about this potentially
devastating but treatable illness. Whether you yourself have been
diagnosed, or a spouse, parent, child, friend, or employee has developed
the illness, the need for information and advice is acute.
Presenting the essentials of diagnosis and treatment clearly and
succinctly, leading psychiatrist Dr. Francis Mark Mondimore distills
everything you need to know about bipolar disorder in this new
indispensable guide. In down-to-earth language, Dr. Mondimore explains
what bipolar disorder is and how you (or your loved one) can live your
best life with the help of medications, therapy, the support of family
and friends, and medical care.
An extensive list of references is included, along with additional
suggested reading materials and online resources. Realistic clinical
descriptions and anecdotes reflecting on fascinating historical details
associated with this condition provide further information. The Concise
Guide to Bipolar Disorder is an excellent up-to-date resource for the
newly diagnosed or those seeking rapid answers to the most common
questions about bipolar disorder.
Past Praise for Books by Francis Mark Mondimore, MD
"Offers advice on how to live with bipolar disorder, and how not to
become its victim."--Large Print Reviews
"An enlightened, pragmatic, and empathic resource for this very complex
and challenging illness."--Journal of Clinical Psychiatry
"An absolute gold mine for those with the disorder and their families:
thorough, candid, and up-to-date advice, full of new possibilities for
help."--Kirkus Reviews
