This workbook delivers a hands-on resource, with a variety of tools that enable readers to recognize the early warning signs of an oncoming episode, develop plans for withstanding the seductive pull of manic episodes, and escape the paralysis of depression.
Algorithms serve an important purpose in the field of psychopharmacology as heuristics for avoiding the biases and cognitive lapses that are common when prescribing for many conditions whose treatment is based on complex data. Unique in the field, this title compiles twelve papers from the Psychopharmacology Algorithm Project at the Harvard South Shore Psychiatry Residency Training Program and presents practical ways to adopt evidence-based practices into the day-to-day treatment of patients. Psychopharmacology Algorithms is a useful resource for practicing psychiatrists, residents, and fellows, as well as psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychiatric physician assistants who prescribe, advanced practice pharmacists who prescribe, and primary care clinicians. Teachers of psychopharmacology may find it particularly valuable. Researchers in clinical psychopharmacology may find it helpful in identifying important practice areas that are in need of further study.
"The author, a psychiatrist, distills everything readers need to know about bipolar disorder. In down-to-earth language, he explains what bipolar disorder is and how readers can live their best life with the help of medications, therapy, the support of family and friends, and medical care. This is a resource for the newly diagnosed or those seeking rapid answers to the most common questions about bipolar disorder"--
Bipolar disorder, previously known as manic depression, is a mental disorder that causes periods of depression and periods of abnormally elevated mood. This journal is convenient and perfect for taking notes. *120 Pages *6x9 Inches *Nice quality paper *Glossy finished cover
Bipolar disorder, or manic depression, is characterised by episodes of pathological mood states. The two poles are mania (with a predominant elated or irritable mood) and depression (with feelings of sadness, anxiety, guilt or hopelessness) but mixed states frequently occur. Episodes can last for many months and profoundly affect physical health, relationships and careers. Since diagnosis and management are difficult, this practical guide provides an overview of the disorder and detailed guidelines for treating the illness throughout its stages, from authors internationally renowned for their work in bipolar disorder. Also discussed are disease theories, mechanisms and key clinical trials, as well as chapters devoted to psychosocial treatments, substance misuse and insights from 'lived experience'. In-depth analyses of selected population groups, including youth, the elderly and women, complement guidelines for clinical approaches in managing bipolar disorder. Comprehensive and detailed, this guide will prove invaluable to clinicians, general practitioners, psychiatrists and psychologists.
Did you know that 5.7 million adult Americans are affected by Bipolar Disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health? 69% are often misdiagnosed for 10 years or longer. And less than 2/3 of US adults can correctly define Bipolar and what it looks like. So now you have been diagnosed with this scary, practically unidentifiable, lifelong disease that people know very little about. You know it's genetic, so someone in your immediate or extended family has probably had this same problem right? But now, as you were sitting there, listening to your doctor deliver the news you realized 2 things. 1) Suddenly life makes a little more sense. Suddenly the unforgettable highs and unexplainable lows have some sort of reason behind them other than "that was just how you were that day". 2) Sure, you've heard the term thrown around and you know there are pills involved, but that's it. You would be incredibly lucky if you had someone with Bipolar help you begin to identify it in your own life. Unfortunately, not all of us have that, and often times a general Doctor won't know a lot about it. It can be scary coming home with a diagnosis and a bottle of pills. But, there is hope at the end of the tunnel. With the help of this journal, you can begin to take control of your life again and learn to live peacefully and happily with your quirky personality.Track your goals, daily moods, and symptoms associated with Bipolar (I. & I.I.), Depression, and Anxiety in this 3-month JOURNAL. It is a great way to document your mental health and goals to share with your doctor to guarantee the best care. Set and track your goals in a 3-month time frame. Practice weekly reflection of your mood and goals. Quick daily morning and evening check-ins and reflection of your day. Track your healthy daily habits and self-care. Weekly and Daily To-Do lists. This journal is for you if you have a mood disorder and you want to take control of it. Start mastering your condition today by learning about it, identifying it, and learning how to react appropriately. In this journal you can record important medical and mental health information to share with your doctor, therapist, friends, or family so that you can receive the best care when it comes to your mental health. Sharing your current state with your support system is vital and this journal is the perfect place to keep everything together and reflect on your emotional state. While keeping your bipolar or mood disorder in-check is important, it isn't life's top priority; rather just another challenge to overcome, so this journal is designed to track your mood in association with your goals. Life doesn't stop and end with Bipolar, rather this is just the first step in mastering it. This journal is not for you if you are looking for a weekly and monthly planner calendar. This journal is not for you if you are not willing to put pen to paper and be open and creative. This journal is not for you if you don't want to set goals for yourself. This journal is for someone who wants to understand their condition and get better. To find the right balance of medication, therapy, personal development, career development, relationship improvement, and self-education. The best way to master Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, and other related mood disorders is by learning about it, recognizing it, doing something about it, and reflecting on it. Here's to mastering Bipolar one day at a time!
Recent studies regarding the neuropathology of specific neurological disorders suggest that both neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative processes may play a role. However, in contrast to the neurodegeneration seen in neurological disorders such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, the term "neuroprogression" has been used to describe the neurodevelopmental aspect of pathological brain re-wiring that takes place in the context of severe psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Within psychiatry, patients with severe psychopathology, such as those depressed patients who eventually commit suicide, have been shown to present with increased inflammatory markers in the brain. A similar increase in inflammatory markers is also found in patients with bipolar disorders and schizophrenia. Thus, oxidative stress, inflammation, and changes in growth factors are thought to be the pathways of neuroprogression. Neuroprogression in Psychiatry provides a comprehensive summary of the current developments in the emerging field of neuroprogression. With contributions by leading researchers in the field, this book examines the role of neuroprogression across a wide range of specific psychiatric disorders, with chapters included on major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
The first book to tackle one of the leading concerns of women with manic depression and related disorders You have bipolar disorder and want to start a family. There is so much to know and manage when thinking about becoming pregnant and having an optimal pregnancy and postpartum period. What are the risks? Can I go off my meds? How will my partner react? Will my child also become bipolar? How do I navigate through the often confusing and ever-changing research on mental disorders and pregnancy? Kristin K. Finn was diagnosed with manic depression as a teenager. Upon deciding to become pregnant, she and her husband also had questions, concerns, and fears. Recognizing that there was no go-to guide that helps women with manic depression navigate pre-natal, pregnancy, and postpartum issues, Finn collaborated with geneticists, obstetricians, psychologists, and psychiatrists to bring you this ultimate support-group-in-a-book and pregnancy resource. In Bipolar and Pregnant, Finn shares her insights and techniques that she developed through two pregnancies, as well as the advice of her esteemed team of experts. In addition, Bipolar and Pregnant: Provides information on medical aspects of pregnancy and gives advice on minimizing the risks of psychiatric flare-ups, avoiding episodes, monitoring behavior, and preparing to go off mediation as pregnancy looms. Discusses medical aspects of pregnancy, preparing for pregnancy, and optimizing the chances of getting pregnant Provides the latest research on medications used to treat bipolar disorder and their effect on developing babies. You and your entire support team will be armed with the knowledge necessary to help you optimize your pregnancy, subside anxiety, and feel confident that you are doing the very best for you and your new family.
Bipolar disorder is a chronic and debilitating mental illness affecting a significant proportion of the world's population. It is associated with significant impairments in health-related quality of life and psychosocial functioning, and has significant illness-related morbidity and heightened mortality rates due to medical comorbidities and suicide. The management of this disorder requires a complex combination of pharmacological and psychosocial interventions which can be challenging for clinicians. Written by world experts in the field of bipolar disorder, The Treatment of Bipolar Disorder: Integrative Clinical Strategies and Future Directions provides readers with a concise and comprehensive guide to the integrative management of bipolar disorder. This resource contains 31 chapters on the various management choices available, from both established and novel treatment areas, such as psychoeducation, psychotherapeutic interventions, neuromodulatory approaches and novel therapeutic targets. The complexity and diversity of the management choices available makes this a continually evolving field and necessitates forward thinking. By both discussing the current management of bipolar disorder, and the future developments available, this resource provides all clinicians working with patients with bipolar disorder an up-to-date and reflective guide to its management and what the future holds.