Atlas of Bipolar Disorders (Encyclopedia of Visual Medicine Series)

This is the first book to summarize research and clinical methods used for treating bipolar disorders across the life cycle. The author discusses all DSM-IV Bipolar Disorders and disorders similar to Bipolar Disorders. He includes easy-to-read summaries, numerous informative illustrations and an outline of "best practice methods" recommended by research and expert panels. The book also introduces research suggesting that some cases of Bipolar Disorder may occur from an in utero neurovirus or other obstetric-linked problems. An Atlas of Bipolar Disorders outlines what is known and what remains to be discovered about the neurobiology of each bipolar disorder. The Atlas Of Bipolar Disorders Is Designed To Help Readers Understand How The Various Forms Of Bipolar Disorders Are Both Related And Different. Easy-to-read Summaries And Informative Illustrations Help Readers Discover How The Brain Symptoms And Treatment Methods Overlap And Vary For Patients With Bipolar I And Ii, Rapid Cycling, Cyclothymia And Schizoaffective Disorder. This Book Provides Thorough Overviews Of The Neurobiology And Genetics/pathophysiology Of Bipolar Disorders, And Also Includes Chapters Addressing The Epidemiology, Diagnosis, And Economic Burden Of The Disease. The Chapter On Treatment Emphasizes The Role And Effectiveness Of Pharmacological Therapies, But Also Covers Psychosocial Interventions, Including Psychotherapy, Psychoeducation, Social-environmental, And Social Support Treatments. The Atlas Of Bipolar Disorders Is Essential Reading For Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Clinical Social Workers, Professional Mental Health Workers, And Graduate And Undergraduate Students.--book Jacket. Introduction And Overview -- Presentation And Classification Of Bipolar Disorders -- Child And Adolescent Bipolar Illness -- Bipolar Disorders And The Changing Brain -- Suicide And Bipolar Disorders: A Case Study -- Treating Bipolar Disorders. Edward H. Taylor ; Illustrations By Meredith S. Daniels And Carol Wiebe. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. The first book to summarize the research and clinical methods used for treating bipolar disorders across the life cycle, this text, modelled after the successful Atlas of Schizophrenia, supplements mental health professionals' neurobiological knowledge of bipolar disorders, their understanding of 'best practice' treatment methods, and their awareness of important cultural and family issues.; Easy-to-use and clearly presented, Atlas of Bipolar Disorders: * presents current research on causation theories, brain structures, brain functioning, prognoses, and treatment methods for each bipolar disorder; * summarizes all DSM - IV bipolar disorders and disorders similar to bipolar disorders; * contains over 150 illustrations to better explain technical information and emphasize important research findings; * includes an outline of 'best practice methods' recommended by research and expert panels. Book Cover......Page 1 Half-Title......Page 2 Dedication......Page 3 Title......Page 4 Copyright......Page 5 Contents......Page 6 Note of Appreciation......Page 7 Preface......Page 9 1. Introduction and Overview......Page 11 2. Presentation and Classification of Bipolar Disorders......Page 18 3. Child and Adolescent Bipolar Illness......Page 36 4. Bipolar Disorders and the Changing Brain......Page 47 5. Suicide and Bipolar Disorders: A Case Study......Page 78 6. Treating Bipolar Disorders......Page 98 Conclusion: Much to Do, Much to Make Us Hopeful......Page 150 Appendix I: Postpartum Questionnaires......Page 153 Appendix 2: Patient Questionnaires......Page 162 Index......Page 170 Atlas of Bipolar Disorders was written to serve as a source of information forprofessional mental health workers, students, individuals with bipolar illness, and theirfamilies. Experienced professionals will find the book useful for reviewing current bestpracticeconcepts, and the advancements in single photon emission computedtomography (SPECT) scanning. The treatment algorithms, medication tables, andmethods for assessing undiagnosed and often hidden mania are particularly helpful forpeople new to the mental health professions. Neurobiological issues of this illness havebeen summarized, and w