The Up and Down Life: The Truth about Bipolar Disorder--The Good, the Bad, and the Funny

A fresh, honest, and practical guide to living with bipolar disorder.

Paul Jones, a stand-up comedian and workshop leader who suffers from bipolar disorder, uses humor, honesty, and hard-won practical advice to dispel the stigma surrounding mental illnesses and shed light on the challenges of living with bipolar disorder.

Offering an intimate view of life with bipolar disorder--including the most common mistakes bipolar individuals make and how to avoid them-- and covering every aspect from diagnosis, social life, home life, and career, this is an accessible and engaging guide from someone who's been there and can help readers cope and thrive.

Author: Paul E. Jones, Andrea Thompson
Publisher: Tarcher
Published: 05/06/2008
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.51lbs
Size: 8.29h x 5.45w x 0.69d
ISBN: 9780399534225

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 04/15/2008 pg. 100

About the Author

Andrea Thompson is a freelance writer.