I asked my brother, “What’s it like to have a sister with bipolar disorder?” His answer was totally unexpected. I thought he would talk about the problems I had in the past. But that was a long time ago – and now we get along well. It’s good to ask family members what they think. [...]
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Hello! Here is a copy of a television interview I did about Britney Spears when she was having such a hard time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEdM5OFGiuU I love being on television, but watching it later is hard! I have to remain positive. It’s easy to be hard on how you look. I know, the message is what’s important! Julie 1. Read, read, read: Knowledge about bipolar disorder is your number one tool. Read the DSM-IV diagnostic manual and learn about bipolar disorder. The entry on bipolar disorder is only about ten pages- but you can learn so much! All libraries have this book in their reference department. While you’re there, read about psychotic disorders [...] Wow, considering how sick Britney Spears was last year, she sure is doing well. When my partner Ivan went through a severe manic/psychotic episode, it took him a year to recover. I can’t imagine what it would have been like for him had he been in the public eye. I’ve followed the story pretty carefully. I was [...] Hi Julie, I wonder if there is a way to find out if other people have started support groups for teens or families who have a loved one with BP? People rave about the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) family to family program. People also get a lot of help from DBSA (Depression Bipolar Support Alliance). [...] |
The Health Cards System! The most widely used self-help program in the world for the management of bipolar disorder, the Health Cards System is not just a book, but a practical, hands-on tool for reducing symptoms and maintaining healthy and stable relationships. Designed for both individuals and family members. |
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Reader Comment: Mother of daughter with bipolar disorder
Hi, I just received this comment about my speech last week. I want to respond to it directly.
julie. . . .we attended your speech in Eugene on last Thursday night. My daughter is having a hard time right now [...]