Bipolar Recommended Books -- Worth Reading

samelaine · Sep 19, 2014 at 05:08 PM

This may not be about Bipolar in particular, however, the things that go through the characters head are similar to depressive episodes and the book has very helpful quotes that can get you through your day. The story is also a movie. PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER by Stephen Chobosky
and you might be thinking "oh that sounds like a children's book" Well it is not, it is actually not even considered a young adult read in bookstores, though it does follow a freshman boy's life. However, I cannot stress enough the helpfulness and validation to your feelings that this book gives. It is a quick read!

tigersassy · Sep 19, 2014 at 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by samelaine

This may not be about Bipolar in particular, however, the things that go through the characters head are similar to depressive episodes and the book has very helpful quotes that can get you through your day. The story is also a movie. PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER by Stephen Chobosky
and you might be thinking "oh that sounds like a children's book" Well it is not, it is actually not even considered a young adult read in bookstores, though it does follow a freshman boy's life. However, I cannot stress enough the helpfulness and validation to your feelings that this book gives. It is a quick read!

Love Perks. I love it and the movie. And very helpful, that was how I found out that what was going in my head wasn't normal (read it as a freshman in high school. Didn't get help until 4years later).

Francinee516 · Sep 23, 2014 at 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by darkeyes

Here is a list of some of the books I have read that have been most helpful in understanding and dealing with Bipolar Disorder:

"Moodswing" by Dr. Ronald R. Fieve
* he also has his own website

"Bipolar Disorder" by Dr. Francis Mark Mondimore
A guide for patients and family
A Johns Hopkins Press Health book

"Bipolar Child" by Dr. Demetri Papolos

"Overcoming Depression" by Dr. Demetri Papolos & Janice Papolos

"An Unquiet Mind" by Kay Redfield Jamison

"Touched With Fire" by Kay Redfiled Jamison
Manic Depressive Illness and the Artisitc Temperament

"Night Falls Fast" by Kay Redfield Jamison
Understanding Suicide

"Surviving Manic Depression" by E. Fuller Torrey, M.D
and Michael B. Knable, D.O

"Manic Depressive Illness" by Dr.'s Goodwin & Jamison
Note: this is more of a very technical book and very pricey, but was worth the money and reading.

"Hatherleigh Guide to Psycopharacology"
Note: I found this at Borders Books, but I am sure Amazon or any good book store may have it.

The last 2 books I'll mention are more about the lives, narratives, of the author's life experiences.

"The Noonday Demon" by Andrrew Solomon

"Electroboy" by Andy Behrman

There are so many more, too many to list but check in the Psychology sections at Borders, Waldens, Barnes & Nobles, and also try Amazon.com.
Hope you'll find these good for starters Bipolar Recommended Books -- Worth Reading

Bipolar Recommended Books -- Worth Reading

"darkeyes"

In giving advice seek to help, not please your friend
SOLON

If u could recommend only 1 book, which one would it be?

Hurre · 08:50 AM

I can really recommend Two Bipolar Chicks Guide to Survival: Tips for living with Bipolar Disorder by Wendy K. Williamson and Honora Rose. It is crammed with useful information on how to live your daily life a a bipolar. It has tips about for example: medicines, physicians, wellness, etc. The two authors are bipolars themselves so that makes it extra interesting.

Recommended!

Maimster123 · Nov 01, 2014 at 11:04 PM

I'm always looking for good reads.
I found A Mood Apart by Peter C Whybrow, M.D. pretty good. It made me feel more enlightened at how I viewed my BP.

holycowimbatman · Nov 02, 2014 at 02:22 PM

I haven't seen it listed on here but The Naked Bird Watcher by Suzy Johnston is really good.

fingers1 · Nov 26, 2014 at 01:44 PM

This Book has helped me loads !

Blue Light Management for Soft Bipolar Cyclothymia

By Charles K Bunch PH.D

Fingers 1

ILoveAFullMoon · Dec 18, 2014 at 08:45 PM

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I didn't see Madness A Bipolar Life by Marya Hornbacher listed and since I just finished her book and well it was a fabulous read, thought I would suggest it. It also has resources listed in the back to help find help and information.

I was looking for this!

fingers1 · Dec 28, 2014 at 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Francinee516

If u could recommend only 1 book, which one would it be?

Blue light management for soft bipolar cyclothymia.

stories of gaining control of your day with light and dark therapy

by Charles k Bunch Phd.

good luck fingers1

electricbipolargirl · Dec 29, 2014 at 04:49 PM

I don't know if someone else has already said this, but "Madness" by Marya Hornbacher was an excellent read. I couldn't put it down.

woundedpartner · Jan 02, 2015 at 07:32 PM

The BiPolar Survival Guide - by Miklowitz is really good

Feb 19, 2015 at 10:01 PM

"Marbles, mania,Michelangelo and me." by Ellen Forney

I relate to it very strongly.

stressedmama · Feb 24, 2015 at 11:50 PM

Any suggestions on a book for my 15yr old daughter to read to help her better understand my bipolar/depression?

Madison516 · Feb 25, 2015 at 12:41 PM

A book that I'm currently reading is called, I'm not crazy, just bipolar by Wendy K. Williamson very interesting read so far.

beatlesman · Mar 04, 2015 at 09:36 PM

The bipolar survival guide.

mrba08 · Mar 14, 2015 at 01:19 AM

I read "Break the Bipolar Cycle: A day to day guide to living with Bipolar Disorder"and really liked it. It discusses each form of Bipolar, is very informative and even has worksheets to fill out.

iaem85 · Apr 23, 2015 at 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ValentinaVVV

"Marbles, mania,Michelangelo and me." by Ellen Forney

I relate to it very strongly.

I recommend it as well. After reading it I gave it to a friend of mine who also has BP. She loved it.

Maker22 · May 15, 2015 at 04:02 PM

"Living with someone who's living with Bipolar Disorder" by Chelsea Lowe and Bruce M. Cohen, MD, PhD

My father actually found this book a couple of years ago, and my psych had no idea about it and he specializes in bipolar among other diseases.

Some people may think that you are 'faking' because of coping skills, but this book has helped my family and friends understand what I am going through.

I'd recommend it.

John Doe

May 16, 2015 at 11:02 AM

Prozac Nation is a pretty good read.

Another good book is "The Bell Jar"

ivylynore · May 23, 2015 at 11:16 AM

Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide by David Milkowitz is awesome. It tells me all the stuff I wish my jerky psychiatrists would about different medication pros and cons, and the geeky science stuff I like to know.

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Maimster123 Junior Member Member Since Oct 2014 Location: Kansas Posts: 21 9 6 hugs given	Nov 01, 2014 at 11:04 PM #185 I'm always looking for good reads. I found A Mood Apart by Peter C Whybrow, M.D. pretty good. It made me feel more enlightened at how I viewed my BP.
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holycowimbatman New Member Member Since Nov 2014 Location: St. Albans Maine Posts: 8 9	Nov 02, 2014 at 02:22 PM #186 I haven't seen it listed on here but The Naked Bird Watcher by Suzy Johnston is really good.
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fingers1 Account Suspended Member Since Aug 2014 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 208 10 5 hugs given	Nov 26, 2014 at 01:44 PM #187 This Book has helped me loads ! Blue Light Management for Soft Bipolar Cyclothymia By Charles K Bunch PH.D Fingers 1
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woundedpartner New Member Member Since Dec 2014 Location: Washington Posts: 9 9	Jan 02, 2015 at 07:32 PM #191 The BiPolar Survival Guide - by Miklowitz is really good
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stressedmama Member Member Since Jun 2014 Location: colorado Posts: 67 10 64 hugs given	Feb 24, 2015 at 11:50 PM #193 Any suggestions on a book for my 15yr old daughter to read to help her better understand my bipolar/depression?
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Madison516 Member Member Since Feb 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 28 9 10 hugs given	Feb 25, 2015 at 12:41 PM #194 A book that I'm currently reading is called, I'm not crazy, just bipolar by Wendy K. Williamson very interesting read so far.
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beatlesman Member Member Since Mar 2015 Location: Bakersfield Posts: 30 9	Mar 04, 2015 at 09:36 PM #195 The bipolar survival guide.
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mrba08 Junior Member Member Since Mar 2015 Location: georgia Posts: 14 9	Mar 14, 2015 at 01:19 AM #196 I read "Break the Bipolar Cycle: A day to day guide to living with Bipolar Disorder"and really liked it. It discusses each form of Bipolar, is very informative and even has worksheets to fill out.
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Anonymous59125 Guest Posts: n/a	May 16, 2015 at 11:02 AM #199 Prozac Nation is a pretty good read. Another good book is "The Bell Jar"
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ivylynore New Member Member Since May 2015 Location: USA Posts: 6 9	May 23, 2015 at 11:16 AM #200 Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide by David Milkowitz is awesome. It tells me all the stuff I wish my jerky psychiatrists would about different medication pros and cons, and the geeky science stuff I like to know.
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