Presents an exploration of the causes, symptoms and treatments of depression and bipolar disorders.

This manual attempts to provide simple, adequate and evidence-based information to health care professionals in primary health care especially in low- and middl

Chapters covering depression and bipolar disorder have been revised and expanded by Dr Stephen M. Stahl for this third edition.

Seven years ago, John McManamy was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Through his successful Web site and newsletter, he has turned his struggles into a lifelong