[New Harbinger Guides for the Newly Diagnosed 01] • Bipolar Disorder by Caponigro, Janelle M. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Contents Introduction Understanding Bipolar Disorder

Manic Episodes Hypomanic Episodes Depressive Episodes Personal Experiences with Mood Episodes Types of Bipolar Disorder The Experience of Bipolar Disorder Over Time The Biology of Bipolar Disorder Common Co-Occurring Disorders and Symptoms Myths about Bipolar Disorder Summary

Receiving a Diagnosis and Finding Help

Finding Professional Help Choosing a Bipolar Disorder Specialist Involving Your Insurance Company Scheduling an Appointment Preparing for the Appointment During the Appointment After Your Diagnosis Summary

Medications

The Pros and Cons of Taking Medications FDA-Approved Medications for Bipolar Disorder Risks with Stopping Medications Electroconvulsive Therapy Questions about Medications Summary

Psychosocial Treatments That Work

Proven Psychosocial Treatments Other Approaches to Treating Bipolar Disorder Deciding Which Treatment Is Best for You What to Expect in Psychotherapy Summary

Learning to Notice Early Warning Signs and Triggers

Warning Signs Triggers The Importance of Being Aware of Symptoms Identifying Warning Signs and Triggers Summary

Strategies for Responding to Warning Signs and Triggers

Strategies for Responding to Warning Signs of Mania Strategies for Responding to Warning Signs of Depression The Importance of Sleep Developing a Plan for Managing Triggers Remembering to Implement Your Plan Summary

Telling Others about Your Illness

Deciding Whom to Tell Disclosure Scripts Challenges with Disclosure Being Open to Extra Support Summary

Staying Well and Staying Hopeful

Setting Wellness Goals The Positive Side of Bipolar Disorder Maintaining Perspective and Self-Acceptance Closing Thoughts

Resources

Self-Help Books Autobiographies and Nonfiction Accounts Children’s books Publishers and Magazines Information on Treatments, Medications, and Referrals Organizations and General Information Online Tools

References About the Authors