Bipolar Disorder: Dealing with Mania and Depression

by Rachael Rothman-Kerr

Overview

Bipolar disorder causes extreme behavioral and mood swings. These changes from the highs known as mania to the lows of depression are the reasons why it was often called manic depression in the past. Readers discover this and other essential information about this disorder as they explore its symptoms, causes, and treatments. Through detailed sidebars, quotes from experts, and full-color photographs, readers gain a deeper understanding of bipolar disorder as well as how to support loved ones who face its unique challenges. Readers are given the tools to confront the stigma around bipolar disorder with knowledge and empathy.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781534564855
Publisher:	Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date:	12/30/2018
Series:	Diseases and Disorders Series
Pages:	104
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	12 - 15 Years

Table of Contents

Foreword 4

Introduction: A Rising Number of Diagnoses 6

Chapter 1 Understanding Bipolar Disorder 12

Chapter 2 What Are the Causes or Bipolar Disorder? 30

Chapter 3 Treating Bipolar Disorder 45

Chapter 4 Life with Bipolar Disorder 62

Chapter 5 Looking Forward 74

Notes 86

Glossary 92

Organizations to Contact 94

For More Information 96

Index 98

Picture Credits 103

About the Author 104