Demitri Papolos

As a resource guide, this book stands as a standard for bipolar disorder among children. For anyone who is struggling with a child who is truly ill, the book offers hope and can guide the parent through the unfamiliar territory of mental health care. There are sections on how a child is diagnosed and treated, how the brain works, how cope with the disorder at home and school (including some basic information about obtaining an IEP for your child), what to expect from hospitalization, and show more even a bit about health insurance. show less

Combines state of the art medical information and solid practical advice for anyone who has suffered from depression.