WES BURGESS

Esta Guía del bipolar aborda de manera clara y sencilla todos los aspectos de la patología. El doctor Wes Burgess explica las causas del trastorno bipolar, los tratamientos médicos existentes y las opciones psicoterapeuticas disponibles, asi como las estrategias mas eficaces para propiciar un estilo de vida saludable, la prevencion, el manejo y el tratamiento de los episodios maniaco-depresivos.

Una guía completa y detallada que le ayudará a resolver todas las dudas sobre el trastorno bipolar: una enfermedad maníaco depresiva. Este Manual del trastorno bipolar aborda de manera clara y sencilla todos los aspectos de la patologia. El doctor Wes Burgess explica las causas del trastorno bipolar, los tratamientos medicos existentes y las opciones psicoterapeuticas disponibles, asi como las estrategias mas eficaces para propiciar un estilo de vida saludable, la prevencion, el manejo y el tratamiento de los episodios maniaco depresivos. El Manual del trastorno bipolar es la guia mas completa, inteligible y actualizada sobre una enfermedad que resulta tan confusa como frustrante (...). Con su enfoque claro y conciso, el autor consigue abordar casi todos los aspectos de esta enfermedad. DR. DEAN EDELL, autor de Eat, Drink, and Be Merry.

The most practical and current resource for children and teens affected by bipolar disorder. A practicing psychiatrist specializing in bipolar disorder for nearly twenty years, Dr. Burgess has helped countless children and teens navigate the minefield of mania and depression and lead successful, happy lives. Drawing on the real questions asked by patients and parents and families of affected children, The Bipolar Handbook for Children, Teens, and Families tackles every area of the disorder: causes; medical treatment and psychotherapy; strategies for creating a healthy lifestyle; and preventing, coping with, and treating bipolar episodes. More than five hundred questions and answers address: - how to choose the right doctor or specialist for your child; - what treatment and medication protocols are best; and - how to reduce stress to prevent manic and depressive episodes. Special chapters on practical strategies for academic success, building healthy relationships, issues that specifically affect teens versus smaller children, and coping techniques for families and friends further explore the impact of the disorder on daily life. The Bipolar Handbook for Children, Teens, and Families also includes diagnostic criteria from the American Psychiatric Association and the National Institute of Mental Health, making this a versatile guide?perfect for both quick reference and in-depth study.

For Dr. Wes Burgess, the diagnosis of bipolar disorder means hope-hope for the estimated ten million people who will develop the disorder during their lifetimes, and hope for the families and friends of people who suffer from it. Drawing upon the real questions asked by patients and families during his nearly twenty years as a bipolar specialist, The Bipolar Handbook comprehensively tackles every area of the disorder, from its causes to medical treatment and psychotherapy, to strategies for creating a healthy lifestyle, to the prevention of, coping with, and treatment of bipolar episodes. From the more than five hundred questions and answers, youll learn: - what to expect when pursuing a diagnosis- how to choose the right doctor or specialist- how to get the disorder under control- what treatments and medication protocols are best for you- how to reduce stress to prevent manic and depressive episodes- what family members and friends can do to support you, and more Dr. Burgess also addresses unique lifestyle concerns facing bipolar individuals. Special chapters on practical strategies for career success, building healthy relationships, issues that specifically affect bipolar women, and coping techniques for families and friends further explore the impact of the disorder on daily life. The Bipolar Handbooks easy-to-access format and full chapter of resources, as well as diagnostic criteria from the American Psychiatric Association and the National Institute for Mental Health, make this a versatile guide-perfect for quick reference and in-depth discovery.