Moodswing: Dr. Fieve on Depression: The Eminent Psychiatrist Who Pioneered the Use of Lithium in America Reveals a Revolutionary New Way to Prevent Depression (Paperback)

by Ronald Fieve (Author) "What is being done today for people who are overcome by feelings of low energy and depression?..." (more)
Key Phrases: unipolar recurrent depression, latest antidepressant drug, manic elation, New York, United States, Wall Street (more...)

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Product Description
The second revised edition of the groundbreaking book which for over 20 years has provided new hope for those whose lives were devastated by moodswings and depression. This book contains the latest information on the breakthrough discovery of Bipolar II B, a new and at times beneficial subtype of manic depression, and up-to-the-minute news on the benefits of combining lithium with Prozac and the newest antidepressants.

From the Publisher
Fifteen years ago, this groundbreaking book provided new hope for those whose lives were devastated by moodswings and depression. Now, in this newly revised and updated edition, Dr. Ronald R. Fieve, the pioneer in the treatment of depression in America, offers an even brighter prognosis. Major advances in drug therapy have provided dramatic chemical "cures" that alleviate symptoms faster, more efficiently, and at a lower cost that ever before.

In this revised and expanded Moodswing, Dr. Fieve sheds new light on the causes and symptoms of specific mood disorders, including manic depression, seasonal depression, and PMS. Then, through case studies, he illustrates the effective use of the latest diagnostic methods and drug treatments. He also provides fascinating information on:

Why creative types are often prone to manic-depressive disorders--the results of a fifteen-year follow-up study.

How manic depression, alcoholism, and substance abuse go hand in hand.

How presidents, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwrights, and Wall Street wizards can benefit from "manic advantage," but crumble when their moods crash.

The revolutionary uses of one of psychiatry's greatest wonder drugs: lithium, as well as new material on the latest antidepressant drugs.

Why teenage and adult suicide is on the upswing and what friends and family can do to prevent it.

Why traditional psychoanalysis in the treatment of depression is, in many cases, no longer necessary.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Bantam; 2 Rev Exp edition (August 1, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553279831
• ISBN-13: 978-0553279832
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #472,520 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Understanding Bi-Polar Illness Begins with Reading Moodswing, May 7, 2000

By	Rebecca Hagelin (Virginia) - See all my reviews

When my mother's psychiatrist said, "Your mother is bipolar," I remember being dumbfounded and confused. Although I was vaguely familiar with the terms manic-depressive and bipolar (same disease) I didn't have any real understanding of the illness. The psychiatrist recommended that I read Moodswing, by Dr. Ronald Fieve. Immediately I bought a copy of the book - my hunger for the truth caused me to devour the book like a starving child - it was so well written and had such helpful information I consumed each page as if my life depended on it. To my amazement, I recognized my mother in almost every chapter, sometimes feeling as if Dr. Fieve was actually writing about her! Reading Moodswing gave me comfort and hope because my mother's erratic behavior suddenly had a name and a treatment. After reading Moodswing I understood, for the first time, why Mom behaves the way she does and what causes the "different" behavior. If you or someone you love is bipolar, you must read this book. It could save a life - it will most definitely change yours for the better.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I THINK THAT THIS IS AN EXCELLENT BOOK ON MOOD DISORDERS., March 29, 2000

By	T. Reinhardt "olivia lee" (east coast) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

It was published in 1997 so it isn't the most recent of books however it is a good resourse. I didn't find it to "techy" to read. Also it is so important to understand your illness that if you run across concepts or words that you aren't familier with it is really important to familierize yourself with them for your own knowledge. Knowledge is power in managing your own health (and your own healthcare)

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Informative Much Needed Book, December 11, 1999

By	Patty Johnson MSW (Oregon, USA) - See all my reviews

I am the webowner of "Bipolar Disorder Sanctuary" and was quite excited to have found this book, not only for the visitors to my website but for myself as well. It discusses the BP in great deal as well as treatment information and I found it quite educational. This disorder affects 10-15% of the U.S. population and is quite complicated. Many patients continue to suffer after many trials of medications. My hope is that more books like this will be available not only to the public but to educate clincians as well.