Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781394168675
Publisert
2023-04-27
Utgave
4. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
For Dummies
Vekt
590 gr
Høyde
236 mm
Bredde
188 mm
Dybde
31 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
448
Om bidragsyterne
Candida Fink, MD, is a psychiatrist with board certifications in adult and pediatric psychiatry. She specializes in a neurodevelopmental approach to psychiatric illnesses, including mood disorders, in children, adolescents, and adults. She has navigated family challenges with bipolar disorder as well.
Joe Kraynak is a writer and editor who has co-authored numerous Dummies guides. He has been married to an incredible woman with bipolar disorder since 1984.
Wrap your mind around bipolar disorder and understand your treatment options Bipolar Disorder For Dummies, 4th Edition explains everything about this common mental health diagnosis in easy-to-understand terms. If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, you aren’t alone. This book helps make sense of options when it comes to medications, therapies, and treatments that could improve your quality of life. You can live a full life with bipolar disorder by managing your symptoms and following a solid treatment plan. With compassionate advice and friendly insights, this book empowers you with the information you need to find support for yourself or assist a loved one who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. This updated edition covers emerging and alternative therapies, including ketamine, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), marijuana, and psychedelics. Get the latest on medical, therapeutic, and self-help strategies for bipolar managementNavigate your way through the challenges of a bipolar diagnosisLearn the chemistry behind bipolar disorder—in terms anyone can understandControl symptoms, function in times of crisis, and plan ahead for manic or depressive episodes If you suspect you may have bipolar disorder, if you have recently been diagnosed, or if you have a loved one with bipolar disorder, this Dummies guide offers you an accessible resource for learning all the basics.
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Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started on Your Bipolar Journey 5 Chapter 1: Grasping Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms and Diagnosis 7 Chapter 2: Exploring Possible Causes: The Brain and Body Science of Bipolar Disorder 29 Chapter 3: Reining in Bipolar Disorder: Prognosis and Treatments 49 Part 2: Obtaining a Diagnosis, Developing a Treatment Plan, and Building a Team 61 Chapter 4: Getting an Accurate Diagnosis 63 Chapter 5: Building Your Treatment Plan 91 Chapter 6: Building a Winning Mood-Management Team 103 Part 3: Managing the Biology of Bipolar Disorder 119 Chapter 7: Leveling Moods with Medication 121 Chapter 8: Coming to Terms with Medications and Their Side Effects 149 Chapter 9: Expanding Your Biological Treatment Options 169 Chapter 10: Addressing Bipolar Disorder Across Diverse Communities 185 Part 4: Developing Essential Survival Skills 205 Chapter 11: Exploring Self Help and Professional Therapies 207 Chapter 12: Making Lifestyle Adjustments 227 Chapter 13: Communicating Effectively 245 Chapter 14: Solving Problems and Resolving Conflict 259 Chapter 15: Planning Ahead for a Mood Episode 271 Part 5: Dealing with the Fallout 283 Chapter 16: From Hospitalization to Recovery 285 Chapter 17: Returning to Work or Not 301 Chapter 18: Overcoming Financial Setbacks 315 Part 6: Assisting a Friend or Relative with Bipolar Disorder 329 Chapter 19: Supporting Your Loved One 331 Chapter 20: Dealing with Crisis Situations 345 Chapter 21: Supporting Your Bipolar Child or Teen 361 Part 7: The Part of Tens 389 Chapter 22: Ten Tips for Managing Bipolar 391 Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Help a Loved One with Bipolar Disorder 399 Index 405
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A helping hand for a challenging condition Bipolar disorder can be tough to fully understand and manage for both the people affected by it and their loved ones. Bipolar Disorder For Dummies gives you the latest, research-based information and self-help strategies you need to live your best life and negotiate the challenges associated with the condition. You’ll learn about the brain wiring that underlies the illness and discover the newest, most effective medications and treatments. You’ll also find ways to reduce symptoms and plan ahead to lessen the impact of manic or depressive episodes. Inside… Understand the illnessGet an accurate diagnosisBuild a treatment planAssemble a support teamWeigh medication optionsDiscover self-care strategiesHelp friends and loved onesManage bipolar at work and school
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781394168675
Publisert
2023-04-27
Utgave
4. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
For Dummies
Vekt
590 gr
Høyde
236 mm
Bredde
188 mm
Dybde
31 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
448
Om bidragsyterne
Candida Fink, MD, is a psychiatrist with board certifications in adult and pediatric psychiatry. She specializes in a neurodevelopmental approach to psychiatric illnesses, including mood disorders, in children, adolescents, and adults. She has navigated family challenges with bipolar disorder as well.
Joe Kraynak is a writer and editor who has co-authored numerous Dummies guides. He has been married to an incredible woman with bipolar disorder since 1984.