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by Ronald R. Fieve, M.D. In Bipolar II, psychopharmacologist and bipolar researcher Fieve presents the softer side of bipolar disorder, a less understood and less diagnosed subtype of the bipolar spectrum. People with bipolar II may experience extended periods of euphoria, energy, productivity, and confidence... until the inevitable crash with symptoms of gloom, hopelessness, poor concentration, and a feeling of emptiness. Fieve, also the author of Moodswing says that sufferers of bipolar II often overlook the downside because the upside is so pleasant. He cautions readers, however, that the devastating depression which follows the euphoria sometimes results in suicide. On the bright side, he recommends the right blend of medicine and counseling to keep bipolar II patients performing at the top of their game. He cites many creative and industrious people (e.g., Carrie Fisher, Patty Duke, Linda Hamilton, Jim Carrey) working in the creative arts who openly profess to having bipolar disorder. Once diagnosed and treated, the condition can actually enhance creative output. The point of Bipolar II is to help people differentiate between bipolar I and II, and to outline how you can recognize and treat the latter through the help of a mental health professional. For instance, he describes sleep disorders that can be the first clue that something is wrong. Fieve includes sidebars, lists, self-tests, charts, and other resources to aid readers. Those suffering from bipolar II and their families may benefit from reading this book. |
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Bipolar II