Table of Contents

SECTION A: Introduction to Bipolar Disorder - The Illness

•    Chapter 1: About Bipolar Disorder
•    Chapter 2: Etiology
•    Chapter 3: Epidemiology and Risk Factors

SECTION B: The Patient with Bipolar Disorder - Initial Presentation

•    Chapter 4: The Patient with Depression
•    Chapter 5: The Patient with Hypomania/Mania or Mixed Episodes

SECTION C:  Bipolar Clinical Process - A Patient-Focused Approach

•    Chapter 6: Assess for Distress/Dysfunction
•    Chapter 7: Perform Differential Diagnosis/Evaluate Comorbidity
•    Chapter 8: Formulate a Working Diagnosis
•    Chapter 9: Form Collaborative/Therapeutic Treatment Alliances
•    Chapter 10: Select Treatment Modalities
•    Chapter 11: Manage the Illness

SECTION D: Bipolar Disorder Pharmacotherapy

•    Chapter 12: Antimanic Medications
•    Chapter 13: Antidepressants
•    Chapter 14: Maintenance Medications

SECTION E: Resources for Assessment and Treatment

•    Chapter 15: Assessment Tools
•    Chapter 16: Internet Resources

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