Borage Books
Natural healing for bipolar disorder; a compendium of nutritional approaches.
Abram Hoffer, MD, PhD, the father of orthomolecular medicine, introduces this alternative approach to the treatment of bipolar disorder. Edelman (Natural Healing For Schizophrenia and Other Common Mental Disorders) presents an evidence-based survey of the role of specific nutrients, neurotoxins, and biotypes in the depressive and manic phases of the condition. The volume includes suggestions for management; information on brain functioning and structures related to mood, biochemical tests, and the side effects of psychiatric medications; resources; and a glossary. (Annotation ©2009 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)