6.2 Bipolar Disorder: Books #6
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This article is from the Bipolar Disorder FAQ, by barry@webveranda.com (Barry Campbell) with numerous contributions by others.
6.2 Bipolar Disorder: Books #6
Title: 9 Highland Road
Author: Michael Winerup
Publisher/Year: Pantheon Books, 1994
ISBN: 0-679-40724-3
Comments: (jacket notes) "An unprecedented and riveting account of
the life and lives of a group home for the mentally ill: the
residents, their families, and the counselors, social workers,
and psychologists which whom they work." Includes struggles
with illnesses plus the struggle with bureaucracies in
keeping the home alive. Excellent book for those interested in
patient advocacy.
Title: On the Edge of Darkness: Conversations about Conquering
Depression.
Author: Kathy Cronkite
Publisher/Year: Doubleday; 1994
ISBN: 0-385-42194-X
Comments: Features a variety of personal stories about unipolar
and bipolar disorder, including those of some famous, living
people.
Title: Overcoming Depression
Author: Dimitri F. and Janice Papolos
Publisher/Year: Harper-Perennial; 1992. (revised)
ISBN: 0-060-96594-0 (paper)
Comments: Good basic text on the various aspects of depression and
manic/depression. Considered by some to be a "classic" in
the field.
Title: Physicians' Desk Reference, 49th Edition (also in paperback, in
condensed version)
Medical Consultant: Arky, Ronald, M.D.
ISBN: N/A
Comments: The standard guide to prescription drugs for physicians.
Usually referred to as "The PDR."
An expensive, but worthwhile investment for anyone who's ever been
told that ANY drug is "perfectly safe" or "without side-effects".
Cross-indexed by manufacturers brand names, generic names, product
identification guide, product information, and diagnostic
information. A "must-have" for anyone who wishes to be an informed
consumer.
Title: The Pill Book
Editor: Lawrence Chilnick (editor)
Publisher/Year: Bantam Books, NY; (6th Edition, paperback)
ISBN: 0-553-29463-6
Comments: An illustrated guide to the most-prescribed drugs in the
United States. Invaluable resource. Unlike the PDR, where the
information is supplied by drug manufacturers, The Pill Book
has been compiled by an independent panel of doctors and
researchers. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Title: Questions and Answers about Depression and its Treatment
Author: Dr. Ivan Goldberg
Publisher/Year: The Charles Press; 1993.
ISBN: ISBN 0-914783-68-8
Comments: A 112 page FAQ on depression & manic depression. Covers all
aspects. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. If your bookstore doesn't have
this one, ask them to order it.
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