Bipolar Disorder for Dummies

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Bipolar Disorder affects many more people than just the 2.5 million Americans who suffer from the disease. Like depression and other serious illnesses, bipolar disorder also affects spouses, partners, family members, friends and coworkers. And, according to the Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation, 150f children diagnosed with ADHD may actually be suffering from early-onset of Bipolar Disorder.

Bipolar Disorder For Dummies reveals some of the causes and consequences of bipolar disorder, let you in on some crisis survival strategies, and describe ways that friends and family members can support loved ones who have the disease. The book includes an overview of the causes and symptoms of bipolar disorder, explains step-by-step how to obtain an accurate diagnosis, discusses the medications available, and tells what you can and can't do to help someone with the disease. You'll learn:

The different categories and potential causes of bipolar disorder
How to select the right mental health specialist
Managing employment-related issues brought on because of the disorder
How bipolar disorder affects children
Advocating for yourself or a loved one
Planning ahead for manic and depressive episodes
Selecting the best medications for you—including alternative "natural" treatments
How to survive an immediate crisis situation
Identifying triggers and mapping your moods

Complete with fill-in-the-blanks forms and charts, key web site and email addresses, and first-hand accounts from real people, Bipolar Disorder For Dummies gives you the latest information and self-help strategies you and your loved ones need to help everyone affected feel a whole lot better.

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A reassuring guide to understanding, treating, and living with this complex condition Recent revelations by popular television host Jane Pauley and former Chicago Bear football star Alonzo Spellman;that they each suffer from bipolar disorder ;has shed light on what was once a very hidden and misunderstood disease. This important guide delivers the latest information to help sufferers and loved ones learn about and cope with bipolar disorder. Topics include diagnosis and treatment, selecting a mental health specialist, advocating for oneself or a loved one, managing employment-related issues, planning ahead for manic and depressive episodes, the brain chemistry behind the disease, social dysfunction caused by the illness, children affected by the disorder, and much more. Candida Fink, MD (New Rochelle, NY), is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder. Joe Kraynak (Indianapolis, IN) is a professional writer.

Customer Reviews:

Bipolar for Dummies.......2007-08-18

This is the best book I have read on bipolar.

I have always had doubts about my diagnosis of being bipolar, but after reading this book I feel much better about the effects the disease has had on me. Not only did the book confirm my suspicions about my disease, but it gave me ways to counteract some of the feelings I have/had.

I have suggested that my wife read the book (when I am finished) as it is equally directed to your support team as it is to the patient.

Helpful.......2007-07-30

This gave insight into the bipolar thinkng and help for me to understand it better and deal with it in others.

okay but not that great.......2007-07-16

I read some of it but it really didn't give the info I wanted or needed.

A Must Have!.......2007-06-09

This is, by far, the best book on understanding Bipolar Disorder--that is, if you can get past the "dummies" label. It is a "must read" for people who have been diagnosed and for anyone who knows or loves someone with the disorder. It helps identify stressors and triggers, teaches how to take control of your treatment, how to select a mental health specialist, how to maintain mood stability, how to make positive lifestyle changes and gives you medication and other treatment options. All of this and with a dash of humor! I highly recommend it!

Great overall view of bipolar disorder.......2007-03-11

This book contains the basics of it all. Nothing to indept mostly if your in a real crisis. But it does give you a little understanding of ssi which a lot of books look over. I would definitfly recommend this book to another.

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It will just induce more depression
Pass on this one
Very Helpful
such a great book- helped me so much!!
Smith & Elliott outdid themselves

Depression for Dummies
Laura L., Ph.D. Smith , and Charles H., Ph.D. Elliott
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"What do you have to be depressed about?" Bet you've heard that one before. Or how about, "You're depressed? Just get over it!" Easier said than done, right? Or here's a favorite, "They have a pill for that now, you know."

Unfortunately, such naïve armchair psychology rarely works for someone suffering from the very real plight of depression. All it does is seek to trivialize depression and characterize depressed people as "whiners" who have nothing better to do than to "complain about their lives." But the truth is, depression is a very real problem. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates that, on any given day, 121 million people worldwide suffer from depression. And depression rates continue to increase – for example, kids exhibit depression at nearly ten times the rate of previous generations. Theories abound as to why depression rates are increasing, but regardless of the cause, this scourge continues to rob its victims of happiness, joy, and the capacity to give and receive love.

So why Depression For Dummies, when there's already a glut of self-help books on the market peddling so-called cures and remedies for depression? Because this book satisfies the need for a straight-talking, no-nonsense resource on depression. The only agenda of Depression For Dummies is to present you with the facts on depression and explain the options for dealing with it. Rest assured, this is no infomercial in a yellow and black cover.

Here's just a sampling of what you'll find in Depression For Dummies:

Demystifying the types of depression
Discovering what goes on in the body of a depressed person
Detecting and diagnosing depression
Seeking help through therapy and medication
Modifying depressed behavior and solving life's headaches
Dealing with depression resulting from grief and relationship issues
Cutting through the hype of alternative treatments for depression
Moving beyond depression: Avoiding relapses and pursuing a happy life
Top Ten lists on getting rid of a your bad mood and helping your kids and other family members out of depression

So, whatever your level of depression – whether you suffer from occasional bouts or you find yourself seriously debilitated by depression – Depression For Dummies can give you the insight and tools you need to once again find enjoyment and happiness in life. All it takes is one step.

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It will just induce more depression .......2005-12-03

Overall proably one of the worst books ive ever read in my entire life. No wonder why so many people suffer from Depression. This is half the battle. Terrible advice (such as eating chocalate and being happy). I respect the fact that it does break some stuff down, but it again doesnt answer many vital questions that a depressed person would like to know.

There were a few good sentences in this book. But a lot of it didnt get emphaised well. Once again, it seems to be another book that has been corrupted on these topics.

Pass on this one.......2004-08-04

This book was written to sell books, not to help people. If it were possible to end depression by intellectualizing it, this might help.

Very Helpful.......2004-03-02

I've read several books on depression and I must say that Depression For Dummies is far more practical and easy to read than the others. The exercises are truly useful and applicable to everyday life. I especially liked the section on relapse prevention. I hadn't known that relapse is such a high risk and it seems odd that other books I've seen on self-help for depression barely bring the subject up. If you want serious help with moods and depression I can't think of a better book to recommend.

such a great book- helped me so much!!.......2004-02-29

My therapist suggested that I read Depression for Dummies. We worked together on some of the exercises and they really helped me. I really liked the way the authors explained how medication worked. Also enjoyed the chapter called "Getting out of bed." Thanks so much!

Smith & Elliott outdid themselves.......2003-09-28

Excellent job. I will recommend this book liberally to my clients who suffer from depression or have a family member who does. This magical blend of education, empathy, humor, and practical tips will be a perfect adjunct to psychotherapy. Thank you!

Anxiety & Depression Workbook For Dummies (For Dummies (Psychology & Self Help))

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Charles H., Ph.D. Elliott , Laura L., Ph.D. Smith , and Aaron T., MD Beck
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From identifying your triggers to improving your relationships — manage your emotional wellbeing

Struggling to cope with anxiety and/or depression? Have no fear — this hands-on guide focuses on helping you pinpoint the root of your problems and find relief from your symptoms in a detailed, step-by-step manner. With concise, eye-opening exercises, you'll understand how to assess your current situation, remove the roadblocks to change, face your fears, and improve your view of yourself and the world around you. You'll see how to take direct action to alter negative or distorted thinking, lift your moods, and adopt positive habits that will lead you toward a more joyful, meaningful, and connected life!

Discover

How to improve the way you feel about yourself
Skills to face and overcome what makes you anxious or depressed
How to determine whether medication is an option for you
Practical ways to prepare for and deal with setbacks

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Practical exercises and action plans to help people overcome anxiety and depression Over 35 million Americans suffer from depression severe enough to warrant treatment at some point in their lives, and many people who are depressed also suffer from anxiety. In this new Dummies Workbook, the two clinical psychologists who wrote Depression For Dummies (0-7645-3900-0) and Overcoming Anxiety For Dummies (0-7645-5447-6) show people step-by-step how to put the lessons of these books into practice. They offer a wide variety of hands-on exercises and techniques to help people alleviate symptoms, remove roadblocks to change, and regain control over their lives, whether they're working on their own or under the care of a mental health professional. Charles H. Elliot, PhD (Albuquerque, NM), and Laura L. Smith, PhD (Albuquerque, NM), are practicing clinical psychologists and faculty members at the Fielding Graduate Institute.

Postpartum Depression For Dummies (For Dummies (Psychology & Self Help))

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Comprehensive, wonderful book!
Nothing short of a miracle!
Andrea Schneider, LCSW
Fantastic! Perfect for New Moms!
A Great Voice

Postpartum Depression For Dummies (For Dummies (Psychology & Self Help))
Shoshana S. Bennett
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ASIN: 0470073357

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It's a great blessing when a new mom with postpartum depression (PPD) is fortunate enough to be diagnosed early by a knowledgeable medical practitioner or therapist. But without guidance, it isn't always clear where the boundary between normal baby blues and PPD lies. As with any other illness, the quicker that PPD is identified and treated, the faster the woman will recover.

Postpartum Depression For Dummies can help you begin the process of determining what’s going on with you and give you a better idea of where you fall so that you can get yourself into proper treatment right away. The book covers all aspects of PPD, from its history and its origins to its effects on women and their families to the wide variety of treatments available—including conventional Western medicine, psychological therapy, alternative medical treatments, and self-care measures. Postpartum Depression For Dummies reveals:

Why some doctors may be hush-hush about PPD
How to distinguish between pregnancy hormone changes, "baby blues," and PPD
The difficulties of getting a proper diagnosis
The role and importance of a therapist
The benefits of medication for depression
Alternative treatments with a successful track record
How to find the right balance of psychological, medical, and alternative treatment
Ways you can help foster recovery
The nutrition you need to care for yourself properly
How to help your partner help you

Postpartum Depression For Dummies also provides the additional resources you need—web sites, organizations, and further reading—to help avoid the unnecessary suffering caused by undiagnosed and untreated PPD and survive and thrive as a new mom.

Customer Reviews:

Comprehensive, wonderful book!.......2007-10-10

I am very grateful to Dr. Bennett for writing such an easy-to-understand, comprehensive, and compassionate book about Postpartum Depression. I have struggled with PPD for 9 months before seeking treatment, not realizing that what I was experiencing was an illness. Dr. Bennett's book has shed light on many of my symptoms, as well as giving me some glimmer of hope that I may someday feel better. It is a saving grace with this illness not to feel so lonely and isolated, and Dr. Bennett's book provides a warm and helpful approach to overcoming the experience of PPD.

Nothing short of a miracle!.......2007-09-27

I appreciate this book in every aspect that it was written. I could not have found something more informational, inspirational and incredible. Dr. Shoshana, I applaud your determination to help women from everywhere learn more about PPD. The great thing is that you focus so much on what can be done to recover from this illness because you were there at one point in your life. Your book inspires the hope in me that one day I will be myself again.

For women out there who are facing this very illness that I am now recovering from, buy this book. You won't regret it, I promise!

Andrea Schneider, LCSW.......2007-06-13

Outstanding resource for moms with PPD...Dr. Bennett's book is a wealth of helpful information for women dealing with postpartum depression. I regularly refer my clients to this book to help them with their recovery. Women and their partners have access to validation, support, and facts to assist in their recovery and transition into parenthood.
Way to go, Dr. Shosh!
Andrea Schneider, LCSW
Licensed Therapist Specializing in Perinatal Mood Disorders
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Fantastic! Perfect for New Moms!.......2007-05-31

In my perspective, as both a 2-time PPD survivor and leader of a postpartum support network for the last 8 years, this book is a phenominal resource for mothers and families coping with the illness. Dr. Bennett's style is warm, comforting and enjoyable to read. The book's format is perfect for busy moms who can only steal a moment from time to time to read a few pages.

A Great Voice.......2007-05-02

I run a postpartum support group that helps moms dealing with PPD. This book has been a great help in giving moms in need the words and voice to get help. This book is easy to read written by a fantastic clinician that speaks directly to moms!!! This book is a must for anyone who works with mothers dealing with postpartum depression.

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Jenny Craig's No Diet Required: Recipes for Healthy Living
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