Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Bipolar Disorder, Second Edition

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Focusing on practical cognitive-behavioral techniques, this manual provides a step-by-step guide for managing bipolar disorder alongside pharmacotherapy. It emphasizes patient education and active participation in treatment, offering tailored strategies for addressing symptoms of depression, mania, and hypomania. Each chapter builds on previous concepts, with session-by-session instructions, homework assignments, and tools for intervention. The authors also cover diagnosis, medication compliance, and strategies for overcoming psychosocial stressors, concluding with clinical vignettes that illustrate the application of the techniques.