Restructured to be even more useful to realworld clinicians the revised andexpanded second edition of this practical guide offers proven strategies forimproving... » 

Restructured to be even more useful to realworld clinicians the revised andexpanded second edition of this practical guide offers proven strategies forimproving the longterm outcomes and quality of life of individuals withbipolar disorder. Extensive case illustrations bring to life the complexitiesof helping clients adhere to medication treatments recognize the early warningsigns of manic and depressive episodes build coping skills and managespecific symptoms. Replacing the original volumes 20session protocol nowincluded in the Appendix is a new more flexible assessment and treatmentframework that shows how to tailor interventions to each clients needs andlevel of experience with the illness. The second edition also features currenttreatment data information on new medications and new strategies forpreventing relapse and addressing common comorbid conditions. «