Auteur : McDonnel, Mary Ann / Wozniak, Janet / Brenneman, Judy Fort

Maison d'édition : Bantam Books

Date de publication : 2008

Collation : xvi, 364 p. : ill.

ISBN : 9780553805321

Langue : Anglais

Table des matières : 1. Lost in the maze -- 2. Diagnosis tangle -- 3. Spinning star : what bipolar disorder looks like in kids -- 4. The whose-fault pitfall : what causes bipolar disorder? -- 5. Sound barrier : how to talk so your doctor will hear -- 6. Hidden allies : finding the right people for your childMs treatment team -- 7. Treatment twists and turns : finding the best treatment for your child -- 8. Doors and detours : finding psychotherapy that helps -- 9. Invisible elephants : education, advocacy, and IEPS -- 10. Defending the castle : strategies for thriving -- 11. Shock wave : coping with danger and crisis

Résumé : The Definitive Resource on How to Identify, Treat, and Live with a Bipolar Child

More than three million American children suffer from some form of bipolar disorder, a life-impairing illness that can cause wild mood swings and even episodes of rage. But as a parent, can you tell the difference between a temperamental, moody child and one facing serious mental illness? Where do you turn if your child's tantrums and meltdowns are wreaking havoc? For families as well as professionals, here is the only book on early- onset bipolar disorder written by pediatric specialists who combine clinical care and research.

Health experts once thought bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, did not exist in children and teens. However, leading experts like Janet Wozniak and Mary Ann McDonnell have shown that the illness may appear even before age six, with many cases either undiagnosed or misdiagnosed as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Now, in the most complete and authoritative guide yet, Janet Wozniak, M.D., and psychiatric nurse Mary Ann McDonnell offer their unmatched expertise along with the latest information on this difficult condition.

Drawing from their professional experience and sharing stories of families in their practices, the authors guide you in how to:
• Navigate the “diagnosis tangle” to ensure accurate identification of the disorder
• Communicate effectively with doctors, teachers, and counselors
• Find allies and choose a treatment team
• Help your family cope

In a rapidly changing field, The Bipolar Disorder clearly explains what researchers know, what they suspect, and where studies now point. From medication to coping strategies, this accessible book offers inspiration, encouragement, and invaluable wisdom for all involved.

Mots-clés : Psychose maniacodépressive chez l'enfant / Troubles bipolaires

Cote : WM 207 M136i 2008