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

by Eyers, Kerrie; Parker, Gordon

• ISBN13: 9781741755466
• ISBN10: 1741755468
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-09-01
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Summary

Personal stories from sufferers of bipolar disorder reveal what it's like on the inside. Their inspiring accounts and wise advice are accompanied by tips from psychiatrists for managing this difficult condition successfully. A great insight from a sufferer's perspective I hope people draw strength from reading how others deal with this condition. You can see that it is a constant battle living with bipolar, but with the right help and self-management the disorder can be controlled.' Andrew Johns, former Australian Rugby League captain. This book takes you inside the experience of learning to tame bipolar disorder. It and offers a message of hope. It is essential reading, not only for health professionals and people with bipolar disorder, but also for those of us who love someone living with this misunderstood condition.'. Julie McCrossin, journalist and broadcaster. Mastering Bipolar Disorder gathers personal stories from the real experts: people with bipolar disorder. They share inspiring and sometimes amusing accounts of their experiences of bipolar episodes, and wise advice on ways of managing the highs and lows on a daily basis. They cover all aspects of bipolar disorder, from first symptoms and diagnosis, to times when the disorder is more or less under control. They emphasise the importance of personal strategies such as exercise and support networks alongside medication and professional assistance. With tips from clinicians and the latest research, Mastering Bipolar Disorder offers tested and proven solutions to help everyone with bipolar disorder - and their families - experience a better quality of life.

Author Biography

Kerrie Eyers is a psychologist, teacher, and editor with many years experience in mental health. She is the editor of Tracking the Black Dog. Gordon Parker is the executive director of the Black Dog Institute and author of Dealing with Depression. Kerrie Eyers and Gordon Parker previously collaborated on Journeys with the Black Dog.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. vii
On balance: Conjuring the metaphor	p. xv
Triumphs and tumbles Ups and downs of bipolar disorder	p. 1
Dazzling and daredevil The spiral of mood elevation	p. 23
Sparkling in the spotlight Creativity and bipolar disorder	p. 36
Damage control The fallout from a bipolar high	p. 55
Down to the wire Responses to diagnosis	p. 72
Perfecting balance Acting on early warning signs	p. 86
The show must go on Acceptance of bipolar disorder	p. 100
Handling the swings Medication and mood balance	p. 129
Performance partnerships Professionals and risk management	p. 150
The acrobats' pyramid Family and friends in formation	p. 175
Becoming a ring master The discipline of self-management	p. 198
Practising the art Bipolar disorder and the getting of wisdom	p. 229
Perfecting the routine: More bipolar control techniques	p. 250
The safety net: A wellbeing plan	p. 264
References	p. 271
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