Depression
and Bipolar Disorder Family Psychoeducational Group Manual
Therapist Guide
Christina Bartha, Kate Kitchen, Carol Parker, Cathy Thomson
Depression and Bipolar Disorder Family Psychoeducational Group Manual provides
a framework for delivering an eight- to 12-week series of psychoeducational sessions
for families who need information and support in dealing with bipolar and depressive
disorders.
The manual is written for clinicians/group therapists who have previous training
and experience in facilitating clinical group process but who also require content
and structure to meet the specialized needs of this group. Also included are process
notes, lecture materials and handouts for group participants.
Published 2001
Binder/192 pages plus English and French handouts * $49.95
ISBN 0-88868-399-5
Product Code: PM050
Bipolar Disorder: An Information Guide
Bipolar Clinic Staff, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Bipolar disorder -- also known as manic-depressive illness -- is a medical condition
in which people have mood swings out of proportion to, or totally unrelated to, events
in their lives. These mood swings affect not only mood, but also thoughts, behaviour
and functioning.
This guide explains the various patterns of bipolar disorder, the treatment options
that are available, what to expect during recovery from an episode of mania or depression,
and how partners and family members can support someone who has bipolar disorder.
Published 2000
52 pages $4.95
ISBN 0-88868-387-1
Product Code: PM017
 Can
I Catch It like a Cold?
A Story to Help Children Understand a Parent's Depression
Story by Gretchen Kelbaugh and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health; illustrated
by Coral Nault
Children have lots of questions when someone in their family becomes ill. When
that illness is depression, it often becomes a secret that nobody talks about. Can
I Catch It like a Cold? helps children of depressed parents understand their parent's
disorder. This book, the first in our new series of "storybooks for children,"
is the first of its kind in Canada.
With wonderful, full-colour illustrations, the book explores children's questions
through the story of Alex, an eight-year-old boy who can't understand why his father
cries alone and doesn't attend Alex's soccer games. Alex discovers that his father
is depressed, and through the help of family, friends and professionals, Alex gains
understanding of his father's condition.
Can I Catch It like a Cold? is written for children aged five to nine, and is
for use by parents, extended family, teachers and mental health professionals who
want to address the impact of depression on children's lives.
More on Can I Catch It?
Published 2002
22 pages
$9.95r
isbn 0-88868-416-9
Product Code: P5596
 Depressive
Illness:
An Information Guide
Christina Bartha, Carol Parker, Cathy Thomson, Kate Kitchen
This guide is divided into two sections: the first part answers common questions
that relate to the person with depression; the second part deals with family concerns
and covers such topics as getting treatment for the suicidal person, and when to
relieve the depressed person of his or her normal responsibilities.
Published 1999
47 pages $4.95
ISBN 0-88868-339-1
Product Code: PM005
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder:
An Information Guide
Neil A. Rector, Christina Bartha, Kate Kitchen, Martin Katzman, Margaret Richter
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complicated problem that involves not
only how people feel or think, but also how they behave. OCD symptoms -- such as
compulsive hoarding and repeated checking or hand-washing -- often evoke uncomfortable
emotions in family and friends.
This guide is a short, thorough introduction to OCD and how it can be treated.
Published 2001
48 pages $4.95
ISBN 0-88868-389-8
Product Code: PM019
When a Parent Is Depressed... What
Kids Want to Know
This brochure lists common questions children have about their parent's depression,
as well as suggestions for how to answer their questions.
Package of 50: $10.00t
Product Code: PM023
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