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Contents: PART I: SYMPTOMS, SYNDROMES, AND DIAGNOSIS Normal and Abnormal Mood The Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder A Summary of Diagnostic Categories of Bipolar Disorder in DSM IV The Mood Disease PART II: TREATMENT The Brain: Neurons, Neurotransmitters, and More Mood-Stabilizing Medications Antidepressant Medications Antipsychotic Medications Other Medications, Hormones, and an Herb Electroconvulsive Therapy Cpunseling and Psychotherapy Treatment Approaches in Bipolar Disorder PART III: VARIATIONS, CAUSES, AND CONNECTIONS Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents Women with Bipolar Disorder: Special Considerations Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Seasonal Affective Disorder and Chronobiology The Genetics of Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Biology Bipolar Disorder and Creativity PART IV: GETTING BETTER AND STAYING WELL Living with Bipolar Disorder Planning for Emergencies The Role of the Family Looking Ahead