Table of Contents:

Introduction 5
Chapter 1: Understanding Bipolar 6
Bipolar: The Medical Side 7
Do You Have Bipolar? 8
Whats The Cause? 11
Are You At Risk? 12
Should You Go To The Doctor? 13
Who Should I See? 14
Chapter 2: BiPolar Treatment 17
Stress & Anxiety 18
Chapter 3: Your Options 21
Medications 22
Psychotherapy 25
Electroconvulsive Therapy 28
Whats Right For You? 29
Chapter 4: The Truth About BiPolar Disorder 31
Noncompliance And Nonadherence 32
You Dont Understand Your Illness 32
Dependency 33
They Dont Like The Doctor 34
The Side Effects 35
What Else Can It Be? 36
Chapter 5: Learning To Cope With Bipolar Disorder 37
The Way You Sleep 37
Monitor Your Medications 38
Maintain Your Level Of Activity 40
Dont Use Drugs Or Alcohol 40
Support 42
Reduction Of Stress 44
Watch For Signs 46
Keep Your Doctor Informed 49
Chapter 6: Support Groups 5
Who Is Your Support Group? 52
Outside Support 53
Chapter 7: Coping By Monitoring Symptoms: The Mood Chart 56
What Is It? 56
Conclusion: Final Words 59