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About this book
In the popular Q and A format of the Your Questions Answered series, this book provides succinct, expert information on bipolar disorder and its management in primary care. With an emphasis on evidence-based, up-to-date knowledge, the author discusses all aspects of this condition, including how to diagnose bipolar disorder, its impact on daily life, and current and emerging therapies to control it. Some frequently asked patient questions, in non-medical language, are included, and there is a list of sources of further information and patient support.- Popular question-and-answer format- Covers both commonplace and rarer issues- Includes information on other types of headache- Lists useful websites, associations, patient resources- Sections on patient's frequently asked questions
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Front Matter
- Copyright
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- How to use this book
- Table of Contents
- Chapter 1: What is manic depression (bipolar disorder)?
- Chapter 2: Causes and course of the illness
- Chapter 3: Treatment of bipolar depression
- Chapter 4: Treatment of mania
- Chapter 5: Lithium and long-term prophylactic treatment
- Chapter 6: Special circumstances and considerations
- APPENDIX 1: Useful organisations and websites
- APPENDIX 2: Advance directive to assist practitioners
- APPENDIX 3: Treatment with lithium
- REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING
- LIST OF PATIENT QUESTIONS
- INDEX