Synopses & Reviews
With proper diagnosis and early intervention, there is unlimited hope for children and teens diagnosed with bipolar disorder to lead fulfilling and enjoyable lives, starting today.
Inside, youll discover compassionate and informative methods to help manage the diagnosis and develop the natural strengths, gifts, and skills that every child has to offer. Written by a top expert in the field, this life-changing book is presented in clear, straightforward language that dispels the myths about bipolar disorder and offers real solutions. Youll uncover keen insight and the latest options for helping your bipolar child or teen by understanding:
* The causes of bipolar disorder
* The path and outcome of bipolar disorder in children and teens
* The latest biological treatments and psychosocial therapies, and how to use them
* How to handle behavioral and academic problems, as well as assess and manage suicidal tendencies
* And much more
Synopsis
The family of a child or teen who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder needs a trustworthy and compassionate source of information. Inside, readers will discover how they can help their bipolar child not only manage the diagnosis, but also enjoy a happy childhood and develop the natural strengths and gifts that every child has to offer. Written by a top expert in the field, this life-changing book dispels the myths about bipolar disorder while offering real solutions. Parents will appreciate the keen insight and numerous options for helping their child, including:
-- The importance of proper diagnosis and quick intervention for early onset bipolar disorder
-- Therapeutic tools for parents -- including music, water, and massage -- to calm the bipolar child
-- The most effective strategies for educating a bipolar child through creative activities, enriched art, music programs, and goal-setting techniques
-- Suicide prevention information
-- And more
This is an essential resource for the parents of the millions of bipolar-diagnosed children and teens.
About the Author
BORIS BIRMAHER, M.D., professor of psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, is one of the countrys top researchers in the field of child and adolescent bipolar disorder. He, together with David Axelson, M.D., is also currently the director of Child and Adolescent Bipolar Disorders Services at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic in Pittsburgh. Dr. Birmaher lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.