Our top books on bipolar disorder

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Books can be incredibly powerful, and some even have the ability to change the way you look at life, help you understand it better, and give you the knowledge you need to live life to the fullest. therefore, we have compiled a list of our best books on bipolar disorder; these are not in order of recommendation, they are simply books that we feel provide great insight into the condition.

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bipolar disorder: the definitive guide’ by sarah owens and amanda saunders

Bipolar Disorder: The Ultimate Guide is the a-z guide you need to gain a comprehensive understanding of the condition. the second edition of the book (published last year) comes out as an audiobook. It will be released on October 8 to coincide with World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2020. “This is regularly used as a reference by our team and we recommend it to all of our peer support volunteers. They have compiled the latest research and thoughts about bipolar in an accessible format that is appropriate for friends, family, professionals and, of course, people living with bipolar.” simon kitchen ceo bipolar uk

If you, or a friend or family member, is diagnosed with bipolar, or if you suspect someone you know may have bipolar, then this book is a fantastic first port of call for advice and support. Written in an extremely helpful question-and-answer format, this complete and comprehensive guide draws on a wide range of expert opinion, the latest research, and personal experience to explore and explain everything someone with bipolar disorder, friend, relative or caregiver might want. know about bipolar disorder. Featuring numerous real-life case studies and a comprehensive list of support organizations and internet resources from around the world, this handy mix of advice and insight will answer all your questions, from how to recognize the symptoms to how to explain to a child whose parents have been diagnosed.

the truth about broken by hannah blum

In her first book, The Truth About Broken: The Unfixed Version of Self-Love, Hannah Blum redefines what it means to love yourself and takes readers on an unforgettable journey to embrace what makes them different. it’s self-love from the perspective of someone living with bipolar disorder in a society that has labeled her and others with the condition broken. hannah is also the author of the mental health blog halfway2hannah.

Bring Me Out by Eleanor Segall

an aspiring actress and family girl, eleanor never thought her future would be affected by mental illness. After a series of manic and depressive episodes, panic attacks and social anxiety, Eleanor found herself at Priory at age 16. the diagnosis…bipolar i. She is now a successful blogger, journalist, and pillar of the Jewish and mental health communities. In her book Bring Me Into the Light: Embracing My Bipolar and Social Anxiety, she writes about recovery and finding hope after being unwell.

walking on eggshells by jean johnston and naked birdwatching by suzy johnston

A unique insight into mother-daughter bipolar disorder. two books, two women – one journey of recovery – two perspectives.

to walk on eggshells offers an open and honest account of what it is like to care for a family member with bipolar disorder. Author Jean Johnston recounts how she dealt with the diagnosis, treatment, and recovery of her daughter, Suzy.

The Naked Bird Watcher In this personal and moving story of recovery from bipolar disorder, Suzy highlights the importance of good psychiatric care, support, and the value of self-management.

mom has bipolar because of sonia mainstone-cotton

Bipolar disease affects thousands of people in the UK, many of whom are parents. Sophie and Katie’s mom is one of them. Discover some of the ups and downs of having a mom with bipolar disorder from a child’s perspective, in this heartwarming and uplifting story about family life, Mom Has Bipolar Disorder by Sonia Mainstone-Cotton.

me, me and brenda bipolar, diaries of a chaotic mind by natasha naomi rea

“gravely honest, emotional and open. natasha’s story is intensely personal and compelling.” USA. Today best selling author Claire C Riley.

me, me and brenda bipolar tells the story of actress natasha naomi rea and her journey through bipolarity, single motherhood and trying to live the best life possible. Filled with moving and passionate journal entries, it gives us a dark look at the triggers of mental health. she speaks from the heart and lets you learn the ups and downs of life with bipolar.

a restless mind, a memoir about the mood and madness of kay redfield jamison

dr. Kay Redfield Jamison revolutionized the field of psychiatry when he wrote about his own struggles with bipolar disorder. Kay experienced his first manic episode at age seventeen. Over the next 30 years, she rode a roller coaster of mania and depression that left her feeling crazy or suicidal. Throughout this time, she struggled to build a career as a clinical and psychology professor. After a lifetime of suffering, she finally decided to write this book A Restless Mind: A Memoir of Moods and Madness to reduce the shame and stigma surrounding a lifetime of mental illness.

I’m telling the truth, but I’m lying for bassey ikpi

From his early childhood in Nigeria to his teenage years in Oklahoma, Bassey Ikpi lived with a riot of emotions, oscillating between extreme euphoria and deep depression. When she was in her early twenties, Ella Bassey was a spoken word artist and toured with HBO’s Def Poetry Jam, channeling her life into art. But beneath the façade of the confident artist, Bassey’s mental health was in precipitous decline, culminating in a breakdown that resulted in hospitalization and a diagnosis of Bipolar II Disorder.

I’m telling the truth, but I’m lying, Bassey Ikpi opens up our understanding of mental health by giving us intimate access to yours. Exploring shame, confusion, medication, and family in the process, Bassey looks at how mental health affects every aspect of our lives, how we look to others and, more importantly, to ourselves, and challenges our preconceived idea of what it means to be normal. Viscerally raw and honest, the result is an exploration of the stories we tell ourselves to understand who we are, and the ways that, as honest as we try to be, each of these stories can also be a lie.

kirsti alexandra’s bipolarfly effect

At twenty-six, Kirsti Alexandra had been living and working in Paris for almost four years. After deciding to freelance designing fashion clothes and contributing to style columns, she had a nervous breakdown and was diagnosed with Bipolar II Disorder. She secretly had been struggling with the symptoms of bipolar disorder from a young age and she had done everything in her power to hide it. but she had gone too far and was no longer in control. In her book The Bipolarfly Effect, Kirsti’s journey is one of black and white thoughts and a nonexistent gray area. her at the time her emotions are documented through intermittent journal entries, plunging you right into her depression and her hypomanic episodes.

the other side of me – memoirs of a bipolar mind by julie kraft

In this unforgettable memoir, The Other Side of Me: Memoirs of a Bipolar Mind, first-time author Julie Kraft takes readers on an intimate journey through her struggles and triumphs with bipolar disorder. she leaves no stone unturned. Baring her skeleton and her soul, Julie offers a rare glimpse into a world that affects millions but is too often misrepresented, feared or hidden. It is Julie’s greatest hope that by sharing her story, she will open minds, remove stigma, and offer hope to those on a similar path.

High Tide, Low Tide: The Caring Friend’s Guide to Bipolar Disorder by Martin Baker

How can you be a good friend, when your friend lives with bipolar? We all want to be there for our friends, but when your friend lives with bipolar it can be hard to know what to do, especially if they live far away. Transatlantic best friends Martin Baker and Fran Houston share what they’ve learned about developing a mutually rewarding and supportive friendship between a “well” and a “sick.” High Tide, Low Tide: The Caring Friend’s Guide to Bipolar Disorder offers sensible advice from a caring friend’s point of view, original approaches, and practical advice, illustrated with real-life conversations and examples.

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