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7-Day Pill Organizer

If you take lots of pills throughout the day, this 7-day medication organizer is for you! Set them up Saturday night or Sunday morning for the week and don't worry about missing a dose or getting it wrong. Inexpensive, easy to use, wonderful.

His Bright Light: The Story of Nick Traina - by Danielle Steel

Summary review of Danielle Steel's book about her son Nick Traina. Nick committed suicide because of bipolar disorder at the age of 19.

Password Administrator - Help for Forgetful People

Software review - Password Administrator is an inexpensive solution if you tend to forget things you need to explore the internet - something that often happens when a person is taking bipolar medications.

"An Unquiet Mind" by Kay Redfield Jamison

Kay Redfield Jamison's 'An Unquiet Mind' is one of the most famous autobiographies written by someone with manic depression. Dr. Jamison, a psychologist and psychotherapist herself, tells her story skillfully and courageously. About Bipolar Disorder reviewer Marcia Purse discusses the strengths, impact and reasons to read this book.

"When Someone You Love Is Bipolar" by Cynthia G. Last

Some of the most common emails we receive are from significant others of those who have bipolar disorder. These are from husbands and wives, lovers and friends, parents and children who just want to help, to be there for the person they love. But they don’t know how. For these people, I highly recommend "When Someone You Love Is Bipolar: Help and Support for You and Your Partner" by Dr. Cynthia G. Last.

Anthology of a Crazy Lady - by Susan L. Heisler

Concise review of Susan L. Heisler's book - Anthology of a Crazy Lady - based on her journals, poetry and art. Excellent bipolar insights.

Neural Misfire - by Jeff Kazmierczak

This book is based on the true life experiences of its author, who first experienced manic-depressive symptoms as a college freshman. Summary review from About Bipolar Disorder.

One Thing at a Time, by Cindy Glovinsky

This is a book the clutter-challenged person can really use. Cindy Glovinsky's 100 tips are bound to contain at least 20-30 that will be helpful to every person who is disorganized, overwhelmed or despondent about the clutter in his or her surroundings.

Electroboy: A Memoir of Mania - by Andy Behrman

Concise review of this fast-paced book telling the story of a life with treatment-resistant bipolar disorder, whirling from risk to risk, and the electro-convulsive therapy that was the beginning of stability.

Organizing from the Inside Out - by Julie Morgenstern

Organizing from the Inside Out gives hope to those who suffer from persistent clutter and disorganization - even though you will not find all the answers here. Book review from About Bipolar Disorder.

Stop Clutter from Stealing Your Life - by Mike Nelson

Book review summary of Mike Nelson's book 'Stop Clutter from Stealing Your Life' - find out why you are a clutterer and how to get over it.

Sink Reflections by Marla Cilley

Marla Cilley - known to Internet users as The FlyLady - writes about fun and healthy ways to deal with clutter and routines to maintain a clean and clutter-free home.

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