Living at the Speed of Light: Navigating Life With Bipolar Disorder, from Depression to Mania and Everything in Between

Conibear, Katie

ISBN 10: 1787755576 / ISBN 13: 9781787755574

Published by Jessica Kingsley Pub, 2021

About this Item

189 pages. 8.25x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Living at the Speed of Light: Navigating Life With Bipolar Disorder, from Depression to Mania and Everything in Between
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pub
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1787755576
• ISBN 13: 9781787755574
• Binding: Trade Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.22 kilograms

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Synopsis

Shining a light on mania, depression and everything in between, this no-nonsense guide to life with bipolar disorder gives advice on how to manage the condition and work towards stability.

Drawing on his own experiences, Kai Conibear discusses the realities of life with bipolar and shares practical tips and advice. He explains different symptoms, including mania, hypomania, psychosis and depression, and gives advice on managing relationships, facing stigma and discrimination and learning to be comfortable with stability. The book also contains a chapter on how friends, family and caregivers can support someone with bipolar practically.

Whether you suspect you have bipolar disorder, have been recently diagnosed or have been living with the condition for many years, this honest but hopeful guide is a must read.

About the Author

Kai Conibear was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2012 and has been blogging about his experiences ever since. His blog has an international readership and he was shortlisted in the Digital Champion category at the Mind Media Awards in 2018. Kai is a freelance writer, focusing on mental health, and is based in Reading, UK. He can be found on Instagram and TikTok as @kconibearwriter, and on Twitter/X as KConibear.