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I chose to present my paper in website to be able to reach out to young people suffering from bipolar disorder in the most convenient way possible. I think presenting it in this manner will make it very easy for a people of all ages to understand the information.
Personal Narrative I chose a personal narrative to show the readers I have background in this subject.
1. Bipolar disorder or manic-depressive illness... Is quoted from Christian Nordqvist’s “What is Bipolar Disorder? What Causes Bipolar Disorder?” of Medical News Today.
2. Bipolar disorder is something that you have, but it is not who you are… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 57.
3. …bipolar disorder is more commonly diagnosed in teenagers and young adults but it can affect children as young as 6. Is paraphrased from Web MD’s Disorder Health Center.
4. The symptoms of bipolar disorder can effect more than just the persons quality of life but their relationship with their entire family. Is summarized from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
5. The family members can feel as if they have no life of their own because bipolar disorder doesn’t just affect one person. Is summarized from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
6. There is evidence that living with a person with BD (bipolar disorder)… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
7. Earlier, the situation for families of those with a mental illness was largely ignored… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
8. This disorder doesn’t discriminate… Is paraphrased from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 13
9. Individuals with bipolar disorder are at high risk for relationship dysfunction. Is quoted from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
10. It’s time to get the world educated about this disease… Is paraphrased from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 28
Visual Commentary I chose this evidence as a word cloud because the words explain the hardships of bipolar disorder.
1. Depression… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.88
2. Bipolar… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.189
3. Manic… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.189
4. Therapy… Is taken from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
5. Disease… Is taken from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
6. Chemical Imbalance… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.15
7. Unquiet… Is taken from Kay Redfield Jamison’s An Unquiet Mind
8. Angry… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.46
9. Pills… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.46
10. High… Is taken from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
Fact Sheet I chose a fact sheet because people need to be aware of the facts.
1. Bipolar disorder tends to run in families, so researchers believe there is a genetic predisposition for the disorder. Is quoted from Margarita Tartakovsky’s “Bipolar Fact Sheet” from Psych Central.
2. There are different subtypes and severities of bipolar disorder… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 32
3. There is no cure for Bipolar disorder. There are just long-term treatments… Is paraphrased from Margarita Tartakovsky’s “Bipolar Fact Sheet” from Psych Central.
4. They are less likely to establish committed relationships than individuals… IS quoted from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
5. Families often find themselves heavily burdened by the situation… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
6. Those who are diagnosed with bipolar disorder experience… Is paraphrased from “10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder” of Michaels’s House.
7. The symptoms of bipolar disorder and drug addiction are often similar, including: depression, mood swings, hopeless feelings, social withdrawal, anxiety and other behaviors. Is quoted from “10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder” of Michaels’s House.
8. Individuals suffering from bipolar disorder are more likely to suffer from drug addiction. Is summarized from “10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder” of Michaels’s House
9.You are not in this alone. Is paraphrase from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 98
10.To make life better for the family it is very important to… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
Found Poem I chose a found poem because it shows a more sensitive side to the illness.
1. I am yelling, screaming, and hurting people around me. Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 1
2. I am talking much more rapidly. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 1
3. Then I have the constant feeling of invincibility… Is paraphrased from Kay Redfield Jamison’s An Unquiet Mind on pg. 120
4. My family feels every bit of pain I feel. Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
5. I cope with drugs and alcohol… Is paraphrase from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
6. I can’t do this on my own. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
7. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder very quickly. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
8. Now I don’t have to mask the pain. Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
9. I can live a normal life. Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
10. Treatment has made me happy again. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
Interview I chose this to do an interview because I want this issue to be heard loud and clear.
1. Well I have severe episodes which means I go from being in an extreme manic high to a very depressive low… Is paraphrased from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 22
2. I will start something with a group of people and I will put all my time and energy into that project… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 22
3. I’ve had to learn through experience but it all starts with a good doctor… Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
4. One of the biggest coping mechanisms is becoming an expert on bipolar disorder… Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
5. … make a med and mood chart to keep track of my manic highs and lows. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
6. Being prepared for a crisis… Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Disorder.
7. …finding a community of people who are experiencing my exact hardship. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
8. My family finds themselves constantly being brought down… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
9. I cannot imagine my life without taking lithium and having has the benefits of psychotherapy. It makes some sense of the confusion… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.125
10. You are not alone... Is summarized from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
11. ABC News. “Catherine Zeta-Jones Discusses Her Bipolar Disorder.” YouTube. YouTube, 20 Apr. 2011. Web. 7 May 2013.
How To: Instructional Sheet I chose this because it can help people master their illness.
1. Supplement [your] medication treatment with therapy from a psychologist… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
2. Start a mood chart… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
3. Keep track of your daily moods… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
4. The number of hours you slept that night… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
5. Your medicine intake for that day… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
6. Any events that you found stressful… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
7. Or anything positive or negative that occurred throughout the day… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
8. Try to gain and understanding of exactly what burdens your family… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
9. However, once family members became reconciled to the condition of the person with the illness… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
10. Find a support system other than your family… Is summarized from Joseph W. Brennan’s “A Short-Term Psychoeducational Multiple-Family Group for Bipolar Patients and Their Families” of Social Work Inc.
Collage I chose a collage to show the different sides of bipolar disorder.
1. The image of The Two Faced Women is from Health Net.
2. The image of Bipolar Scrabble is from Life Skills South Florida.
3. The image of Pills is from 23andMe.
4. The image Sad and Happy Face is from Bipolar Lifeline.
5. The image Two Face Clown is from Inner Self.
6. This image Angry and Relaxation is from Health Define.
7. This image Three Faced Man is from MedStore RX.
8. This image Self Portrait is from Van Gogh Gallery.
9. This image Many Faces is from Library Thinking Quest.
10. This image Bipolar Symptoms is from Living Sober.
Letter to the Editor I chose to write a letter to the editor to show how this website can help someone else suffer from bipolar disorder.
1. Many of my family members are uneducated about my bipolar disorder… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
2. This knowledge is important in gaining a deeper understanding with health care concerning the kind of support such families need. Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
3. I’ve been fired from plenty of jobs because I wouldn’t finish things and at times… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.279
4. Individuals with bipolar disorder are at high risk for relationship dysfunction. Is quoted from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
5. Those suffering with bipolar disorder should have a list of people they trust (close family or friends) who can be called incase of an emergency. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” from Pendulum.
6. You should also have the names and numbers of your psychologist and or psychiatrics along with your general practitioner. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” from Pendulum.
7. Also, you should keep a set of instructions and medications on you incase of an emergency such as being in a manic state. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” from Pendulum.
8. Bipolar Disorder affects men and women equally, as well as all races, ethnic groups, and socioeconomic classes. Is quoted from “Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts from WebMD
9. Bipolar disorder also cannot be prevented but there are warning signs you can look for. Is paraphrased from “Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts from WebMD
10. There is almost someone who is out there to help you. Is summarized from “Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts from WebMD
Works Cited
ABC News. “Catherine Zeta-Jones Discusses Her Bipolar Disorder.” YouTube. YouTube, 20 Apr. 2011. Web. 7 May 2013.
Angry and Relation. N.D. Health Define. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
"Bipolar Disorder Coping Skills (Manic Depression) ." Bipolar Disorder News, Information and Support - Pendulum.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
"Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts." WebMD - Better Information. Better Health..
N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Apr. 2013.
Bipolar Scrabble. N.D. Life Skills South Florida. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Bipolar Symptoms. N.D. Living Sober. Web. 1 May 2013.
Brennan, Joseph W. "A Short-Term Psychoeducational Multiple-Family Group For Bipolar Patients And Their Families." Social Work 40.6 (1995): 737-743. Academic Search Premier. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Danielson Ella, et al. "Experience Of Living With A Family Member With Bipolar Disorder." International Journal of Mental Health Nursing 20.1 (2011): 29-37. Academic Search Premier. Web. 3 Apr. 2013.
Jamison, Kay R.. An Unquiet Mind. New York: A.A. Knopf, 1995. Print.
Many Faced Man. N.D. Thinking Library Quest. Web. 1 May 2013.
Miklowitz, David Jay. The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide: What You and Your Family Need to Know. New York: Guilford Press, 2002. Print.
Nordqvist, Christian. "What Is Bipolar Disorder? What Causes Bipolar Disorder?." Medical News Today: Health News. N.p., 16 Apr. 2013. Web. 17 Apr. 2013.
Pills. N.D. 23andMe. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris. "Patient And Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder." Journal of Family Psychology 26.3 (2012): 328-337. Academic Search Premier. Web. 8 Apr. 2013.
Sad and Happy Face. N.D. Bipolar Lifeline. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Tartakovsky, Margarita. "Bipolar Disorder Fact Sheet | Psych Central." Psych Central - Trusted Mental Health, Depression, Bipolar, ADHD and Psychology Information .. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Apr. 2013.
Three Faced Man. N.D. MedStore RX. Web. 1 May 2013.
Two Face Clown. N.D. Inner Self. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Two Faced Women. N.D. Health Net. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Van Gogh, Vincent. Self Portrait. 1889.Van Gogh Gallery. Web. 1 May 2013.
"10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder | Michael's House." Michael's House - Drug & Alcohol Treatment Centers. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Apr. 2013.
I chose to present my paper in website to be able to reach out to young people suffering from bipolar disorder in the most convenient way possible. I think presenting it in this manner will make it very easy for a people of all ages to understand the information.
Personal Narrative I chose a personal narrative to show the readers I have background in this subject.
1. Bipolar disorder or manic-depressive illness... Is quoted from Christian Nordqvist’s “What is Bipolar Disorder? What Causes Bipolar Disorder?” of Medical News Today.
2. Bipolar disorder is something that you have, but it is not who you are… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 57.
3. …bipolar disorder is more commonly diagnosed in teenagers and young adults but it can affect children as young as 6. Is paraphrased from Web MD’s Disorder Health Center.
4. The symptoms of bipolar disorder can effect more than just the persons quality of life but their relationship with their entire family. Is summarized from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
5. The family members can feel as if they have no life of their own because bipolar disorder doesn’t just affect one person. Is summarized from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
6. There is evidence that living with a person with BD (bipolar disorder)… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
7. Earlier, the situation for families of those with a mental illness was largely ignored… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
8. This disorder doesn’t discriminate… Is paraphrased from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 13
9. Individuals with bipolar disorder are at high risk for relationship dysfunction. Is quoted from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
10. It’s time to get the world educated about this disease… Is paraphrased from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 28
Visual Commentary I chose this evidence as a word cloud because the words explain the hardships of bipolar disorder.
1. Depression… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.88
2. Bipolar… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.189
3. Manic… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.189
4. Therapy… Is taken from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
5. Disease… Is taken from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
6. Chemical Imbalance… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.15
7. Unquiet… Is taken from Kay Redfield Jamison’s An Unquiet Mind
8. Angry… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.46
9. Pills… Is taken from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.46
10. High… Is taken from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
Fact Sheet I chose a fact sheet because people need to be aware of the facts.
1. Bipolar disorder tends to run in families, so researchers believe there is a genetic predisposition for the disorder. Is quoted from Margarita Tartakovsky’s “Bipolar Fact Sheet” from Psych Central.
2. There are different subtypes and severities of bipolar disorder… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 32
3. There is no cure for Bipolar disorder. There are just long-term treatments… Is paraphrased from Margarita Tartakovsky’s “Bipolar Fact Sheet” from Psych Central.
4. They are less likely to establish committed relationships than individuals… IS quoted from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
5. Families often find themselves heavily burdened by the situation… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
6. Those who are diagnosed with bipolar disorder experience… Is paraphrased from “10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder” of Michaels’s House.
7. The symptoms of bipolar disorder and drug addiction are often similar, including: depression, mood swings, hopeless feelings, social withdrawal, anxiety and other behaviors. Is quoted from “10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder” of Michaels’s House.
8. Individuals suffering from bipolar disorder are more likely to suffer from drug addiction. Is summarized from “10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder” of Michaels’s House
9.You are not in this alone. Is paraphrase from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 98
10.To make life better for the family it is very important to… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
Found Poem I chose a found poem because it shows a more sensitive side to the illness.
1. I am yelling, screaming, and hurting people around me. Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 1
2. I am talking much more rapidly. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 1
3. Then I have the constant feeling of invincibility… Is paraphrased from Kay Redfield Jamison’s An Unquiet Mind on pg. 120
4. My family feels every bit of pain I feel. Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
5. I cope with drugs and alcohol… Is paraphrase from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
6. I can’t do this on my own. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
7. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder very quickly. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
8. Now I don’t have to mask the pain. Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
9. I can live a normal life. Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
10. Treatment has made me happy again. Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 4
Interview I chose this to do an interview because I want this issue to be heard loud and clear.
1. Well I have severe episodes which means I go from being in an extreme manic high to a very depressive low… Is paraphrased from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 22
2. I will start something with a group of people and I will put all my time and energy into that project… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg. 22
3. I’ve had to learn through experience but it all starts with a good doctor… Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
4. One of the biggest coping mechanisms is becoming an expert on bipolar disorder… Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
5. … make a med and mood chart to keep track of my manic highs and lows. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
6. Being prepared for a crisis… Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Disorder.
7. …finding a community of people who are experiencing my exact hardship. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” by Bipolar Focus.
8. My family finds themselves constantly being brought down… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
9. I cannot imagine my life without taking lithium and having has the benefits of psychotherapy. It makes some sense of the confusion… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.125
10. You are not alone... Is summarized from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
11. ABC News. “Catherine Zeta-Jones Discusses Her Bipolar Disorder.” YouTube. YouTube, 20 Apr. 2011. Web. 7 May 2013.
How To: Instructional Sheet I chose this because it can help people master their illness.
1. Supplement [your] medication treatment with therapy from a psychologist… Is quoted from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
2. Start a mood chart… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
3. Keep track of your daily moods… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
4. The number of hours you slept that night… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
5. Your medicine intake for that day… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
6. Any events that you found stressful… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
7. Or anything positive or negative that occurred throughout the day… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.155
8. Try to gain and understanding of exactly what burdens your family… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
9. However, once family members became reconciled to the condition of the person with the illness… Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
10. Find a support system other than your family… Is summarized from Joseph W. Brennan’s “A Short-Term Psychoeducational Multiple-Family Group for Bipolar Patients and Their Families” of Social Work Inc.
Collage I chose a collage to show the different sides of bipolar disorder.
1. The image of The Two Faced Women is from Health Net.
2. The image of Bipolar Scrabble is from Life Skills South Florida.
3. The image of Pills is from 23andMe.
4. The image Sad and Happy Face is from Bipolar Lifeline.
5. The image Two Face Clown is from Inner Self.
6. This image Angry and Relaxation is from Health Define.
7. This image Three Faced Man is from MedStore RX.
8. This image Self Portrait is from Van Gogh Gallery.
9. This image Many Faces is from Library Thinking Quest.
10. This image Bipolar Symptoms is from Living Sober.
Letter to the Editor I chose to write a letter to the editor to show how this website can help someone else suffer from bipolar disorder.
1. Many of my family members are uneducated about my bipolar disorder… Is paraphrased from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
2. This knowledge is important in gaining a deeper understanding with health care concerning the kind of support such families need. Is quoted from Danielson Ella, et al. “Experience of Living With a Family Member With Bipolar Disorder” of International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.
3. I’ve been fired from plenty of jobs because I wouldn’t finish things and at times… Is summarized from David J. Miklowitz’s The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide on pg.279
4. Individuals with bipolar disorder are at high risk for relationship dysfunction. Is quoted from Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris’s “Patient and Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder” of Journal of Family Psychology.
5. Those suffering with bipolar disorder should have a list of people they trust (close family or friends) who can be called incase of an emergency. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” from Pendulum.
6. You should also have the names and numbers of your psychologist and or psychiatrics along with your general practitioner. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” from Pendulum.
7. Also, you should keep a set of instructions and medications on you incase of an emergency such as being in a manic state. Is paraphrased from “Coping With Bipolar Disorder” from Pendulum.
8. Bipolar Disorder affects men and women equally, as well as all races, ethnic groups, and socioeconomic classes. Is quoted from “Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts from WebMD
9. Bipolar disorder also cannot be prevented but there are warning signs you can look for. Is paraphrased from “Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts from WebMD
10. There is almost someone who is out there to help you. Is summarized from “Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts from WebMD
Works Cited
ABC News. “Catherine Zeta-Jones Discusses Her Bipolar Disorder.” YouTube. YouTube, 20 Apr. 2011. Web. 7 May 2013.
Angry and Relation. N.D. Health Define. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
"Bipolar Disorder Coping Skills (Manic Depression) ." Bipolar Disorder News, Information and Support - Pendulum.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
"Bipolar Disorder: Overview & Facts." WebMD - Better Information. Better Health..
N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Apr. 2013.
Bipolar Scrabble. N.D. Life Skills South Florida. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Bipolar Symptoms. N.D. Living Sober. Web. 1 May 2013.
Brennan, Joseph W. "A Short-Term Psychoeducational Multiple-Family Group For Bipolar Patients And Their Families." Social Work 40.6 (1995): 737-743. Academic Search Premier. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Danielson Ella, et al. "Experience Of Living With A Family Member With Bipolar Disorder." International Journal of Mental Health Nursing 20.1 (2011): 29-37. Academic Search Premier. Web. 3 Apr. 2013.
Jamison, Kay R.. An Unquiet Mind. New York: A.A. Knopf, 1995. Print.
Many Faced Man. N.D. Thinking Library Quest. Web. 1 May 2013.
Miklowitz, David Jay. The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide: What You and Your Family Need to Know. New York: Guilford Press, 2002. Print.
Nordqvist, Christian. "What Is Bipolar Disorder? What Causes Bipolar Disorder?." Medical News Today: Health News. N.p., 16 Apr. 2013. Web. 17 Apr. 2013.
Pills. N.D. 23andMe. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Rowe, Lorelei Simpson, and Anne Miller Morris. "Patient And Partner Correlates of Couple Relationship Functioning in Bipolar Disorder." Journal of Family Psychology 26.3 (2012): 328-337. Academic Search Premier. Web. 8 Apr. 2013.
Sad and Happy Face. N.D. Bipolar Lifeline. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Tartakovsky, Margarita. "Bipolar Disorder Fact Sheet | Psych Central." Psych Central - Trusted Mental Health, Depression, Bipolar, ADHD and Psychology Information .. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Apr. 2013.
Three Faced Man. N.D. MedStore RX. Web. 1 May 2013.
Two Face Clown. N.D. Inner Self. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Two Faced Women. N.D. Health Net. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Van Gogh, Vincent. Self Portrait. 1889.Van Gogh Gallery. Web. 1 May 2013.
"10 Things You Should Know About Dual Diagnosis and Bipolar Disorder | Michael's House." Michael's House - Drug & Alcohol Treatment Centers. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Apr. 2013.