David J. Miklowitz (psychology and psychiatry, U. of Colorado, Boulder) has spent over 20 years (along with private practitioner, fellow researcher, and co-author Elizabeth L. George) studying bipolar disorder and developing a "family-focused treatment approach." In this book, Miklowitz and George focus on the needs of teens diagnosed with bipolar disorder, as well as on the needs and worries of their parents. The authors take the parent from the initial discovery of their child's condition, through the treatment and medication options available, and into strategies for preventing relapses. Within these sections, Miklowitz and George provide chapters on drilled-down and detailed issues, such as long-term medication use, dealing with suicidal teens, and issues with the school environment. There is a seven-page listing of resources for parents, including national organizations, websites, school programs, therapeutic boarding schools, and, even, summer camps for bipolar teens. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)