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Author : Kaitleigh Schneider
Publisher : Booktango
ISBN 13 : 1468906836
Total Pages : 65 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (689 download)
Download or read book Overcoming Bipolar Disorder and the Stigma written by Kaitleigh Schneider and published by Booktango. This book was released on 2012-06-16 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Rachael Rothman-Kerr
Publisher : Greenhaven Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1534564861
Total Pages : 106 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (345 download)
Download or read book Bipolar Disorder written by Rachael Rothman-Kerr and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2018-12-15 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bipolar disorder causes extreme behavioral and mood swings. These changes from the highs known as mania to the lows of depression are the reasons why it was often called manic depression in the past. Readers discover this and other essential information about this disorder as they explore its symptoms, causes, and treatments. Through detailed sidebars, quotes from experts, and full-color photographs, readers gain a deeper understanding of bipolar disorder as well as how to support loved ones who face its unique challenges. Readers are given the tools to confront the stigma around bipolar disorder with knowledge and empathy.
Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309439124
Total Pages : 171 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (94 download)
Download or read book Ending Discrimination Against People with Mental and Substance Use Disorders written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2016-09-03 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Estimates indicate that as many as 1 in 4 Americans will experience a mental health problem or will misuse alcohol or drugs in their lifetimes. These disorders are among the most highly stigmatized health conditions in the United States, and they remain barriers to full participation in society in areas as basic as education, housing, and employment. Improving the lives of people with mental health and substance abuse disorders has been a priority in the United States for more than 50 years. The Community Mental Health Act of 1963 is considered a major turning point in America's efforts to improve behavioral healthcare. It ushered in an era of optimism and hope and laid the groundwork for the consumer movement and new models of recovery. The consumer movement gave voice to people with mental and substance use disorders and brought their perspectives and experience into national discussions about mental health. However over the same 50-year period, positive change in American public attitudes and beliefs about mental and substance use disorders has lagged behind these advances. Stigma is a complex social phenomenon based on a relationship between an attribute and a stereotype that assigns undesirable labels, qualities, and behaviors to a person with that attribute. Labeled individuals are then socially devalued, which leads to inequality and discrimination. This report contributes to national efforts to understand and change attitudes, beliefs and behaviors that can lead to stigma and discrimination. Changing stigma in a lasting way will require coordinated efforts, which are based on the best possible evidence, supported at the national level with multiyear funding, and planned and implemented by an effective coalition of representative stakeholders. Ending Discrimination Against People with Mental and Substance Use Disorders: The Evidence for Stigma Change explores stigma and discrimination faced by individuals with mental or substance use disorders and recommends effective strategies for reducing stigma and encouraging people to seek treatment and other supportive services. It offers a set of conclusions and recommendations about successful stigma change strategies and the research needed to inform and evaluate these efforts in the United States.
Author : Anthony & Tyreese R. McAllister
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781644843352
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (433 download)
Download or read book Mind Over Matter written by Anthony & Tyreese R. McAllister and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-31 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anxiety. Depression. Bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia. These diagnoses, along with many other mental health conditions, are often attached to a stigma that is difficult to overcome, leading many who struggle with mental illness to avoid seeking treatment and creating a ripple effect that reverberates from the individual to their family, their friends, and even their community. Joined by fourteen contributors, Anthony and Tyreese R. McAllister open up the conversation about mental illness to discuss the challenges of mental illness as well as to reduce the stigma millions deal with every day. Mind Over Matter: Mental Health Stories on Coping with Stigma, Society and Self is an in-depth, personal look into the lives of men and women who have both struggled and thrived in their mental health conditions. By sharing their stories, these authors will help individuals not only look at their diagnosis in a different way, but inspire them to ask for help so they can find the right treatment. Additionally, by revealing the candid details of their stories, the authors hope to inform people that "treatment works" and to encourage family members and friends to support their loved ones during mental health crises.
Author : David Carter
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (939 download)
Download or read book Breaking the Stigma written by David Carter and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-05-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breaking the Stigma: Living with Bipolar Disorder by David Carter is a powerful and inspiring memoir that sheds light on the often misunderstood world of mental illness. In this book, David Carter shares his personal journey of living with bipolar disorder, a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the most impactful aspects of this book is the way it tackles the stigma surrounding mental illness. As someone who has personally experienced the negative effects of stigma, Carter is passionate about breaking down the barriers that prevent people from seeking help and support. He does so by sharing his own story, as well as the stories of others he has met along the way. Breaking the Stigma: Living with Bipolar Disorder is a book that offers hope and inspiration to anyone who is struggling with mental illness, as well as their loved ones. It is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible and that with the right treatment and support, anyone can live a fulfilling and meaningful life. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about bipolar disorder, mental illness, and the impact of stigma on those who are affected. It is also a valuable resource for mental health professionals who want to better understand the experiences of those living with mental illness. In addition to offering a personal perspective on bipolar disorder, Breaking the Stigma: Living with Bipolar Disorder also includes practical information on treatment options, coping strategies, and resources for those seeking help. The book provides a wealth of valuable information for anyone who is interested in learning more about mental illness and how to support those who are affected. Overall, Breaking the Stigma: Living with Bipolar Disorder is a powerful and inspiring memoir that offers hope, inspiration, and practical guidance to anyone who is struggling with mental illness. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about this important topic and is an important contribution to the ongoing conversation about mental health and stigma.
Author : Tyreese McAllister
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781644844908
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (449 download)
Download or read book Mind Over Matter written by Tyreese McAllister and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Paul Jay Fink
Publisher : American Psychiatric Pub
ISBN 13 : 9780880484053
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (84 download)
Download or read book Stigma and Mental Illness written by Paul Jay Fink and published by American Psychiatric Pub. This book was released on 1992 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a collection of writings on how society has stigmatized mentally ill persons, their families, and their caregivers. First-hand accounts poignantly portray what it is like to be the victim of stigma and mental illness. Stigma and Mental Illness also presents historical, societal, and institutional viewpoints that underscore the devastating effects of stigma.
Author : American Psychiatric Association
Publisher : American Psychiatric Pub
ISBN 13 : 9780890423226
Total Pages : 60 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (232 download)
Download or read book Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Patients with Bipolar Disorder (revision) written by American Psychiatric Association and published by American Psychiatric Pub. This book was released on 2002 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides treatment recommendations for bipolar patients, a review of evidence about bipolar disorder, and states research needs
Author : Otto F. Wahl
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780813527246
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (272 download)
Download or read book Telling is Risky Business written by Otto F. Wahl and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wahl (psychology, George Mason University) examines and summarizes what mental health patients have to say about their experiences of stigma, with the goal of increasing public and professional understanding. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author : Wolfgang Gaebel
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319278398
Total Pages : 656 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (192 download)
Download or read book The Stigma of Mental Illness - End of the Story? written by Wolfgang Gaebel and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-08-10 with total page 656 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book makes a highly innovative contribution to overcoming the stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness – still the heaviest burden both for those afflicted and those caring for them. The scene is set by the presentation of different fundamental perspectives on the problem of stigma and discrimination by researchers, consumers, families, and human rights experts. Current knowledge and practice used in reducing stigma are then described, with information on the programmes adopted across the world and their utility, feasibility, and effectiveness. The core of the volume comprises descriptions of new approaches and innovative programmes specifically designed to overcome stigma and discrimination. In the closing part of the book, the editors – all respected experts in the field – summarize some of the most important evidence- and experience-based recommendations for future action to successfully rewrite the long and burdensome ‘story’ of mental illness stigma and discrimination.
Author : Ruth C. White
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
ISBN 13 : 9781608824571
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (245 download)
Download or read book Bipolar 101 written by Ruth C. White and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2009-02-01 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After receiving a bipolar diagnosis, you need clear answers. Bipolar 101 is a straightforward guide to understanding bipolar disorder. It includes all the information you need to control your symptoms and live better. Authored by both a psychologist and a mental health expert who has bipolar disorder herself, this pocket guide is the only book on bipolar disorder you'll ever need.
Author : Michael Wall
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781450563482
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (634 download)
Download or read book Sixty Days to Sanity written by Michael Wall and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2011-05-23 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Description: In the fall of 1989, I was a wide-eyed teenager bound for college. Less than a month later, I was fighting my way out of a padded room. Sixty Days to Sanity is my best recollection of what happened, when at 18, my world was turned upside down by a severe manic episode and diagnosis of Bipolar I. The focus of this story is the human side of bipolar disorder and how these initial sixty days affected me and those close to me. It's my hope that Sixty Days to Sanity can provide valuable insight to those coping with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder and those friends, families and professionals who are attempting to understand it.
Author : Michelle J. Holtby
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781432731380
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (313 download)
Download or read book Bipolar No More written by Michelle J. Holtby and published by . This book was released on 2008-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Memoir of a blessing disguised as a tragedy. More than two million Americans have bipolar disorder. In her memoir, Michelle Holtby tells how the illness ruined-and saved-her life. In May 2001, at age 27, a brain disorder overwhelms her. Soon she slips into an alternate reality and believes she's God. Hospitalization and a diagnosis of bipolar disorder bring stability. But what about recovering? How does she learn to live with her mental illness? And above all, she wants to know why God wrecked her life-causing her to loose her career, friends, and home. Over the next 7 years Michelle peers into the cracks of her soul to confront her anguish, anger, and self-loathing. Finding new meaning for her life powerfully aids her recovery. By extracting healing insights from her wrenching loss, she moves forward to wellness. But each day she must actively choose to remain in balance. It's a constant challenge to push aside the negative voices in her head. Every day she consciously embraces hope to ensure continued recovery. To help others on their journey to wellness, she shares many of her practical self-care techniques. This memoir is for anyone whose life has been touched by mental illness. With candor and bravery, Michelle Holtby gives a taut and compelling eyewitness account of living with bipolar disorder. Her memoir confronts stigma and replaces it with understanding. In overcoming despair, she shows how hope and faith endure and guide her recovery.
Author : Graeme Cowan
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
ISBN 13 : 1608828581
Total Pages : 250 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (88 download)
Download or read book Back from the Brink written by Graeme Cowan and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2014-01-02 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On July 24th, 2004, author Graeme Cowan took pen to paper and said goodbye to his family. “I just can’t be a burden any longer,” he wrote. After four failed suicide attempts, and a five-year episode of depression that his psychiatrist described as the worst he had ever treated, Cowan set out on a difficult journey back from the brink. Since then, he has dedicated his life to helping others struggling with depression and bipolar disorder—and that is how this book came to be. If you have severe depression or bipolar disorder, it is important to remember that you are not alone. Featuring interviews with people from of all walks of life, Back from the Brink is filled with real stories of hope and healing, information about treatment options and medication, and tools for putting what you've learned into practice. If you are ready to put one foot in front of the other and finally set out on the path to recovery, the powerful stories in this book will inform and inspire you to make lasting change. If you have severe depression or bipolar disorder, you may find it difficult to take that first step toward recovery. You aren’t alone. In our society, many people with depression or bipolar disorder do not seek therapy or medical treatment due to the stigma that surrounds mental illness. Even people in “progressive” communities may not want to admit that they are on antidepressants or mood-balancing medications. Isn’t it time we changed the way we thought about these illnesses? The book includes a special foreword by actress Glenn Close, and features in-depth interviews with former US Representative Patrick Kennedy; television talk-show host Trisha Goddard; director of public policy at Google, Bob Boorstin; former chief advisor to Tony Blair, Alastair Campbell; former tennis pro, Cliff Richey; former professional football player, Greg Montgomery; and many more.
Author : William Marchand
Publisher : Bull Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1936693399
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (366 download)
Download or read book Depression and Bipolar Disorder written by William Marchand and published by Bull Publishing Company. This book was released on 2012-08-01 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Responding to the reasons why people often do not recover from mood disorders, this book empowers readers by providing the tools needed to work effectively with doctors and health care providers to negotiate the complex pathway to a full and lasting recovery from depression or bipolar disorder. It explains the three main barriers to recovery—not receiving treatment, incorrect diagnosis, and receiving inadequate treatment—and how to overcome these challenges to ensure successful treatment. A practical book for the layperson, it provides flowcharts and useful forms to help readers determine whether they need help and how best to collaborate with their medical team.
Author : Janelle M. Caponigro
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
ISBN 13 : 1608821838
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (88 download)
Download or read book Bipolar Disorder written by Janelle M. Caponigro and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2012-09-01 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bipolar disorder is not only one of the most difficult mental health issues to treat, but also one of the most stigmatized and misunderstood. For these reasons, a diagnosis of bipolar is a major turning point in a person’s life. Bipolar Disorder: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosedhelps readers process their diagnosis, decide who to tell, and discover the treatments and lifestyle changes that can help manage their symptoms. This book offers hope and support for the newly diagnosed without overwhelming them with extraneous information. The book covers workplace issues, how to become aware of bipolar triggers, how to find support, working with the treatment team, and dealing with the fear and stigma surrounding the diagnosis. Anyone who has been diagnosed with bipolar will appreciate having this easy-to-use reference at hand to help them understand more about the condition. This book has been awarded The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies Self-Help Seal of Merit — an award bestowed on outstanding self-help books that are consistent with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles and that incorporate scientifically tested strategies for overcoming mental health difficulties. Used alone or in conjunction with therapy, our books offer powerful tools readers can use to jump-start changes in their lives. This book is a part of New Harbinger Publications' Guides for the Newly Diagnosed series. The series was created to help people who have recently been diagnosed with a mental health condition. Our goal is to offer user-friendly resources that provide answers to common questions readers may have after receiving a diagnosis, as well as evidence-based strategies to help them cope with and manage their condition, so that they can get back to living a more balanced life. Visit www.newharbinger.com for more books in this series.
Author : Kirk Patrick Miller
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 1475971338
Total Pages : 134 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (759 download)
Download or read book Chaos to Cured written by Kirk Patrick Miller and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2013-02-15 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The moonlight sliced into the alleyway as twenty-one-year-old Kirk Miller opened his eyes and stared at the night sky. His head throbbed as the world spun gently. The cold, hard cement felt oddly soothing, but even with all the alcohol and drugs flowing through his veins, Kirks mind was still racing. It would be a year until he was told that those feelings were related to what professionals called a manic episode. Welcome to the world of bipolar disorder. It is no secret that bipolar disorder is one of the most misunderstood and devastating mental disorders for the diagnosed and those who care for them. But what if there were a cure? In his compelling memoir, Miller details how he was diagnosed with the most severe form of bipolar disorder, was told he would never lead a normal life, and eventually refused to accept his fate. As he began a determined search for answers through research, educated guesses, and risks that nearly cost him his life, Miller shares how he stumbled onto a new method of treating his disorder that, remarkably, helped him achieve a full recovery. Chaos to Cured shares the true story of one mans courageous journey to finding a cure for bipolar disorder with the hope that everyone will one day have a second chance in life.
