Living Bipolar

This book provides a much-needed resource for family and friends of the more than five million American adults suffering from bipolar disorder. From psychotic behavior that requires medication to milder mood swings with disturbing ups and down, this book offers a warm and often humorous user-friend guide for coping with bipolar loved ones, colleagues, and friends.

Do you have lots of questions about bipolar but have no idea who to ask? Well, this is the perfect guide for you! With answers to 125 questions, this is a valuable resource for those suffering with bipolar disorder. Having a mood disorder can make life difficult to cope with. Sometimes you may be restless and full of energy, and other times you may feel empty and sad. But now you can get the help you need. If you suffer from bipolar disorder, you may ask yourself things like: How do I know if I have bipolar? What are some coping skills for depression? Can someone with bipolar have a normal ...

Living with Bipolar Disorder is a daily challenge, but it can also be the first step toward a bright future. Much heartache, pain, and challenges can happen simply because many still do not understand what is going on, or how to deal with it. Simply acknowledging that you have bipolar disorder is a great first step to rebuilding your life. Once you know what you are dealing with, it gets a whole lot easier to manage.

No one is better suited to provide people with BD with practical problem-solving help than leading expert David J. Miklowitz. From managing mood swings to dealing with anxiety, getting enough sleep, defusing family conflicts, and troubleshooting medications, this book offers keys to effective self-care.

The story of the phoenix rising from the ashes is often used as a metaphor for overcoming difficulties, facing challenges, and embracing change. It shows the possibility of growth and resilience in the face of destruction or failure. The phoenix's ability to rise from its own ashes inspires people and communities to find courage, hope, and renewal even in the darkest of times. The myth of the phoenix has been told for centuries and has been adapted by various cultures, such as ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Chinese mythology. Each culture has its own unique versions and meanings of the...

Bipolar disorder is a condition that affects peoples' relationships with others as much as it affects their own mental state. When one person in a couple is experiencing the extreme highs and lows of a disorder like this one, it's impossible for their partner not to feel the strain, too. Dr. Bloch, Dr. Golden, and Nancy Rosenfeld explain what's normal, what's not, what might change, and what definitely won't. By understanding the reality of bipolar and what it means for a relationship, couples will relate to each other better today and plan for a successful future together tomorrow.

Is your ex's behavior a mystery? Do your own intense emotions leave you feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood? Whether you're seeking knowledge, healing, or simply a deeper understanding of these complex conditions, this bundle is your essential companion on the journey to emotional well-being and healthier relationships.

Are you struggling with Bipolar I Disorder? Well, this is the only guide you’ll ever need! This is perfect for those suffering from Bipolar I Disorder, as well as family and friends. You are not alone. Almost 3% of the adult US population suffers from Bipolar, yet many people don’t even know what it is. It often takes years for this disorder to be detected and treated and it can feel like you’re all on your own. Don’t feel like you’re in the dark anymore. This book is the ultimate guide that is written specifically for people with Bipolar I Disorder. The author of this book is a ...

An essential resource designed to help partners of people with bipolar disorder mend strained relationships, negotiate episodic crises, survive the turbulence manic behavior may cause, and more.

This book is the map for how to live with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety, but it is not written by a professional. It is written by someone who deals with it everyday, with insight, struggles, and stories from fighting with most of it everyday. I open up and tell you what it's like for me and what helps.

Have you just been diagnosed with bipolar disorder? Or Have you had this illness for some time? If you need a simple guide on how to get well and stay well with bipolar, this is the book for you. This little book covers an enormous amount of basic information. It is written in simple language and is easy to follow. THE BIPOLAR GUIDE covers all these subjects and more: What is Bipolar Disorder? Symptoms of Bipolar Depression, Mania, Psychosis, and Mixed Features Triggers Medication Therapy Lifestyle Coping skills Daily Wellness Plan Crisis Plan Check lists (you can add to) This little book ...

A detailed guide to living with bipolar disorder.

A complete guide to living with Schizoaffective disorder, including information on the disorder, treatment options, medication, weight and health issues, relationships, self care and recovery. Written for patients by a patient, a direct first person account of all aspects of diagnosis and treatment for those who suffer from the disorder as well as loved ones and family.

Getting an accurate diagnosis is the first step toward reclaiming your life from bipolar disorder. But if you or someone you love is struggling with the frantic highs and crushing lows of this illness, there are still many hurdles to surmount at home, at work, and in daily life. You need current information and practical problem-solving advice you can count on. You've come to the right place.

Take Control of Your Mental Health—One Step at a Time Living with schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type, can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. This self-care guide is designed to help you build resilience, manage symptoms, and reclaim your sense of self. Packed with practical advice, coping strategies, and personal insights, this book is the perfect companion to Schizoaffective Disorder: A Patient & Family Guide by Guenevere MacDonald. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing your condition for years, this guide offers real-world tools to help you ...

As it had for generations before her, a heaviness hung over Monica A. Coleman throughout her young life. As an adult, this rising star in the academy saw career successes often fueled by the modulated highs of undiagnosed bipolar disorder, as she hid deep depression that even her doctors skimmed past in disbelief. Serendipitous encounters with Black intellectuals like Henry Louis Gates Jr., Angela Davis, and Renita Weems were countered by long nights of stark loneliness. Only as Coleman began to face her illness was she able to live honestly and faithfully in the world.

When bipolar disorder afflicts the person you love, you suffer too. How have other couples learned to manage the relationship strains caused by this illness? What can you do to provide your partner with truly helpful nurturance and support? No one cares more deeply about these questions than Dr. Cynthia Last, a highly regarded therapist/researcher who also has bipolar disorder.

“Living With Mental Illness” is an autobiography about my life and what I have been through, and the challenges I have faced living with Mental Illness. It is a book that explains how difficult life can be for a person diagnosed with a mental disorder and how unfair and unconstitutional the process of recovery is for a person that is forced to be in the system as a result. If you are, or you know someones who is suffering from mental health issues reading this book you will help you understand what they are going through because for many people mental illness is a mystery.

Empower yourself with the knowledge and strategies to thrive with bipolar disorder.

Oftentimes with Bipolar disorder our lives simply don't make sense. It becomes commonplace to live them instead in bits and pieces for living them more than a moment at a time, living with bipolar syndrome more than a moment at a time, is simply too much. "Lotta Bipolar Bits: Survivors Diary Of Living Bipolar" continues on where "Bipolar Bits: Manic Madness To Depressive Depths" left off. Meier continues the exploration of the illness in the harshest most real of fashions. Anyone who has or loves someone with bipolar disorder should read this book.