manic-depressive illness in children

Presents information about bipolar disorder from the perspective of an experienced child psychiatrist, describing the diagnosis of bipolar disorder in children; the causes, course, and outcome of bipolar disorder in youth; the assessment process; treatment options; and strategies of managing the problem at home and school.

Presents a personal memoir of the author's determination to understand adolescent depression and bipolar disorder in order to effectively help his own children overcome their own struggles with mental illness.

Provides a guide to manic-depression, describing various symptons and warning signs for parents to be aware of when questioning whether their child is suffering from bipolar disorders, and includes various types of the disorder and treatment options.

Describes the symptoms of bipolar disorder in children, discussing what is and is not known about the disease; offers advice on how to find good treatment and medications; and shares information from parents of bipolar children on how to deal with the impact of the disorder on the entire family.

Describes the symptoms of bipolar disorder in children, discussing what is and is not known about the disease; offers advice on how to find good treatment and medications; and shares information from parents of bipolar children on how to deal with the impact of the disorder on the entire family.