OVERCOMING MOOD SWINGS: Second Edition

A CBT self-help guide for depression and hypomania, this is an excellent clear and user friendly self help book which is encouraging and non-condescending. For some people emotional extremes can seriously disrupt their lives, either because they happen too frequently or because the mood swings are intense and accompanied by other symptoms of depression or mania, such as changes in energy and activity levels. As well as individuals with bipolar disorder (sometimes referred to as manic depression), the book may prove useful to those who experience less severe but nevertheless disruptive ups and downs in how they feel. Since the first edition of the book, the diagnostic criteria has modified and cognitive theories of mood dysregulation pay more attention to the role of sleep-activity rhythms, and there have also been further advances in the treatment of bipolar disorders. In this way readers are provided with up-to-date information and research, sleep and circadian rhythm research, CBT-I and light therapies and several sections of the book include additional information about self-help techniques, light and dark therapies. Includes a structured self-help programme to help you control your mood and energy levels. 395pp, paperback with diagrams.