Mastering Bipolar Disorder: An Insider's Guide to Managing Mood Swings and Finding Balance

by Kerrie Eyers (Editor), Gordon Parker, Daniel G. Taylor (Contributor)

Gathered from sufferers young and old, these first-hand accounts of individuals with bipolar disorder are equally inspirational, informative, and amusing. They cover all aspects of the disorder, from first symptoms and diagnosis, to times when the disorder is more or less under control. They also emphasize the importance of personal strategies for handling the disorder, such as exercise and support networks alongside medication and professional assistance. Featuring tips from clinicians and the latest research, this is filled with tested and proven solutions for living a happy and healthy life.

Genres: Nonfiction, Psychology, Mental Health, Self Help

300 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2008

Reviews

[Maggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very helpful insight into living with bipolar. Written by people dealing with bipolar, so the truth shines through in the writings. My only issues are: a) seems to focus on managing the mania rather than the depression, and b) so much of what is written talks about the support from family, and very little from people who live alone. I live alone.

Well worth reading.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a well-edited book of personal experiences which give an insight into different aspects of living with bi-polar mood affective disorder, including mine!
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[Velvetink · Rating 4 out of 5]

Borrowed from Library for coursework project.

[Anomilie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reading this book gave me a comprehensive understanding of how bipolar disorder manifests as certain behaviours. By no means a clinical textbook, the stories collected within are very accessible and insightful.

[Kevin · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enlightening insight into Bipolar.

The voices compiled in this book give it power and make it compelling reading. The biggest struggle both sufferers and those that know them face is understanding. This book is not a medical text book but more like joining a room of people with experience in dealing with Bipolar and listening to them speak. At the end of this conversation (or book) you feel like you do understand more of what living with Bipolar must be like.

I would highly recommend this book as an excellent starting place in learning more about Bipolar and those it affects.

[Elise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very interesting reading a variety of experiences from consumers and families and friends. Lots of interesting anecdotes and management strategies.

[Marwa Salim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Recommended for any one suffering from bipolar or needs to know about this mental illness.