Young people with bipolar disorder and adults who grew up with the condition speak out to share how they experienced the symptoms of this illness during their youth, and how it affected their functioning in school, at home and with friends. Their insightful comments, woven together by the author, form a stunning picture of the young person’s internal experience. The reader will come away with a new understanding of these young people and a renewed commitment to make a difference by reaching out to help.
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Audience: Adolescents/Teens, Parent, Professional