An integrated approach to bipolar disorder -- Bipolar disorder : the basics -- The intake evaluation -- Treating acute mania and hypomania -- Pharmacological treatment of bipolar depression -- Pharmacological maintenance treatment -- Psychosocial treatment for recovery and maintenance -- Dealing with medication nonadherence -- Bipolar disorder, pregnancy, and the postpartum period -- Bipolar disorder and suicide -- Strategic interventions in challenging situations : comorbidity and the use of split treatment -- Appendix A. Resources for clinicians and patients -- Appendix B. Medication names and classes.