White (social work, Seattle U.) and Preston (psychology, Alliant International U., Sacramento, California) present a ten-step guide for people with bipolar disorder, and their family and friends. White is in a unique position to author such a book: in addition to working with mentally ill adolescents and adults for years, she herself has had to learn to survive and thrive while living with bipolar disorder. The text offers simple, accessible advice based on the latest research, to help readers manage life with bipolar disease. Coverage includes understanding bipolar disorder, getting treatment, taking your medications, recognizing your triggers and tracking your moods, minimizing stress, getting enough sleep and regular exercise, getting good nutrition and taking the right supplements, building a support system, and advocating for yourself. No subject index. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)