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Taming bipolar disorder

by Lori Oliwenstein

Bipolar disorder is about the wildest of euphorias and the deepest of depressions. Now, Alpha Books and Psychology Today present all the information, guidance, and support people with bipolar disorder-and their loved ones-need in order to thrive. This important book contains cutting-edge research and straightforward advice from the most respected names on bipolar disorder, along with the most up-to-date information on mental health organizations and support and advocacy groups. In addition, readers will find inspiring stories of courage and triumph.More than two million Americans live with bipolar disorder-and it's on the rise among children and adolescentsIncludes strategies for navigating the health care system, nurturing relationships, advancing in the workplace, and repairing bridges burned during mania and depressionFeatures the latest research-from new pharmaceuticals to innovative therapies, dietary changes to acupuncture, light therapy to mood charting

Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?