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Welcome to the jungle, facing bipolar without freaking out, Hilary Smith

Label
Welcome to the jungle, facing bipolar without freaking out, Hilary Smith
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (page 198)
resource.biographical
contains biographical information
Index
no index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Welcome to the jungle
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
974641855
Responsibility statement
Hilary Smith
Sub title
facing bipolar without freaking out
Summary
Bipolar is one of the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric conditions among teens and twenty-somethings--yet there are very few books out there written specifically for young people experiencing mental illness for the first time. Upfront, empowering approach to the challenges of being diagnosed with bipolar. Both humorous and immensely honest, it offers a true 'in the trenches' perspective young readers will trust
Table Of Contents
What just happened? : life beyond the diagnosis -- Mania, depression, psychosis, oh my! : a whirlwind tour through the episodes of bipolar disorder -- You've got drugs : wrapping your head around meds -- Shrinks : what they're for and how they can help -- Changing channels : preventing episodes with insight -- Ninja skills for the mentally chill : tools for staying sane -- Bugs in the jungle : suicide, psych wards, and other downers -- The forest for the trees : getting back on your feet after mania or depression -- Voices not in your head : dealing with friends and family -- Hippie shit that actually works : herbs, wilderness time, and other ways to help yourself -- Conclusion: Gifts from the jungle
Target audience
juvenile