Product Description
In this engaging video, six individuals of different ages and backgrounds candidly describe the impact bipolar disorder has had on their lives and the strategies they have learned for dealing with it. Produced in consultation with mood disorder experts Dr. Philip Mitchell and Dr. Meg Smith, the program provides an informative, optimistic discussion of the elements of effective clinical management. Viewers see how individuals can get and stay well by combining medication, counseling or psychotherapy, attention to early warning signs of relapse, and sensible lifestyle choices. The video's clear factual presentation, vivid first-hand accounts, and nonstigmatizing tone make it an indispensable resource.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 2 reviews)

great introductory bipolar video by smeo (Idaho)

4 Stars
October 09, 2009
My older daughter, a social worker, recommended this informative video. It was encouraging for her sister to watch and know that others share her common struggles with adjusting to bipolar disorder. Australian made.

Good choice for beginners, esp those with trouble focusing by S. Stevens (APO, AE United States)

4 Stars
October 31, 2007
This is a great bipolar intro dvd. I purchased this because my family member has trouble focusing long enough to read/understand a book, so I thought a movie would be easiest. She really really enjoyed it and was able to grasp a good part of it. It helped seeing others with the condition and hearing their stories. It gave us a good idea of the condition, without overwhelming or distressing us.

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