BIPOLAR WELLNESS: How to Recover from Bipolar Illness
An Entertaining Memoir with Simple Action Strategies for Every Stage of Recovery
by Michael Rose
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Pub Date 30 Mar 2018 | Archive Date 3 Sep 2019
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Description
"For those wanting to save years of trial and error, "Bipolar Wellness" is the most comprehensive book I have ever read for practical help on how to naturally treat bipolar illness- bar none." Gabriel Alexander Reed
If you or a loved one suffer with Bipolar Disorder, this book holds the keys to hope!!! It offers five gifts to help achieve recovery:
* A promising nutritional approach that’s being tested at advanced psychiatric facilities.
* Comprehensive and understandable explanations of how to turn Bipolar Illness into Bipolar Wellness
* Practical tools for recovery including worksheets that help you go beyond mere survival to wellness—even happiness
* The author’s personal story of being stuck in a dark pit, finding his way out, and creating this book as a roadmap for you
* Most of all, a new mindset to help you find a happy, steady reality in the Mid-Polar Zone between mania and depression, with clear tools on how to get back there whenever your pendulum is swinging wildly.
“Michael Rose has written a very compelling and timely book entitled Bipolar Wellness. There are virtually no books that include an organized system for lifelong recovery for someone suffering from bipolar illness. Michael Rose has done just that. Bipolar Wellness is a book written from the ground up by one who suffered many years with the problems of bipolar illness. In this book, Michael Rose is reaching out to those who actually suffer with bipolar illness rather than ‘the choir’ of professionals. This book is also forward-looking because it focuses on wellness rather than illness. It is free of ‘woe is me,’ resentments, and blame toward those who have sought to help him. This is a bottom-up processing that seeks counsel from professionals but realizes that wellness can only be achieved from within.”
—Phillip Springer, MD, Psychiatrist, author of The Power of the Double Circle, A Guide to the Supportive Person Group Process
Advance Praise
Rose goes into describing a potentially new treatment involving nutrition, all the while involving the input of the psychiatrist. This part of the book was a rather beautiful description of the integration between traditional and alternative medicine.
One important detail in the book that I was thrilled by was how Rose continually kept engaging the reader. There were various questions and activity sheets that the reader could do in order to manage the disease. As a result, this book isn’t just an informational tool; it can serve as part of a treatment plan that can assist individuals living with bipolar disorder.
Personally, I have quite a few friends who have bipolar disorder. After all, bipolar disorder is a mental illness that affects many people daily. And while I myself don’t have it, this book allowed me to gain insight into the disorder as well as the holistic approaches that ensure the health of the patient. Because of this, I’d recommend the book to those who suffer from bipolar disorder as well as those who are interested learning about the disease.
by Robin Goodfellow in the San Francisco Book Review
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9780999111208 |
| PRICE | US$19.95 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Nicolet G, Educator
I was diagnosed with bipolar II 23 years ago, and I am very familiar with the topic, not just by reading books, regular contact with my psychiatrist and, psychologist but also by reading many scientific documents to help me better understand and coop with this disease. I have been living in the mid-polar zone for years, running a profitable creative business, working as an educator and besides, and perhaps even more critical a happy family life with my wonderfully supportive husband and two teens. So why did I decide to read this book? First of all, out of curiosity because this is one of the few self-help books from an author that has both a bipolar background and is has a degree in psychology.
Bipolar Wellness is the book I wish I had been handed when I was first diagnosed. It's easy to read and, very comprehensive, offering hands down advise for all stages someone with this illness can and will experience. To my surprise, I picked up some great ideas to enhance my wellness.
To name a few:
- I never heard of the benefits of Omega-3, there's very little literature available in the Netherlands, and I will sure handle the research to my doctor.
- Years ago, I had a paper mood chart that I hardly used; now I have the names of some apps that look very promising to keep track of my ups and downs.
- Take more time to be creative just for fun; I will certainly add it to my schedule.
I want to thank Michael Rose, the publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book. This review is my own sincere opinion.
I can not only recommend this book to anyone diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder but also to anyone with a friend or family member suffering from this potentially deathly disease to help them just by better understanding.
Shay A, Reviewer
As a person that has struggled years with Bipolar Depression, this book gives me HOPE! If you’re one of these people, this book will help you tremendously!!
Bibi R, Reviewer
This book was so incredibly helpful. I have bipolar, and since diagnosed have read as much about it as I possibly can. Not many are helpful, and lots are ridiculous and just end up making you feel hopeless. This is one of the best books that I’ve found on the subject. I absolutely loved the “speed chart” and is what I will be using to check where I am and monitor my moods. I finished reading and felt hopeful that with some of these extra tips I might be able to stay in the wellness zone.
**I received a copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.**
Donna W, Reviewer
I was diagnosed as bipolar 2 when I was 20, and I've spent a lot of time reading and researching and I enjoyed this book. A few niggles, but it was honest, refreshing and hopeful.
**I received a copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.**
Reviewer 528120
An important book which I will be spending more time exploring. It is well set out and easy to read, with practical suggestions that are really helpful. I love the inclusion of creativity. I feel this book is valuable in the way it relates to people with bipolar and depressive illnesses and will prompt insights and provide actual help, and is not just an intellectual tome.
Thanks to Netgalley for the complimentary kindle copy. The opinions expressed are my own.
Alicia U, Reviewer
So much good information on Bipolar disease..
Great tips that will help this newbie stay in my wellness zone.
Thanks for sharing this ARC Books go Social & NetGalley!
Monica A, Reviewer
Great, easy to read book for mental health strategies. Although it’s focused on Bipolar disorder, the information can be used to manage anyone’s life. Also really good resources. Highly recommend!
*Thanks to NetGalley and publishers for the free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
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