Does someone you love have bipolar disorder? -- What you can expect: the course of bipolar illness -- It's not me!: when your partner is in denial -- What you need to know about your partner's treatment -- You, your loved one, and the doctors: the team approach to getting and staying well -- Helping your partner stick with medication -- Other things you and your partner can do to prevent mood episodes -- Strategies for dealing with the ups together -- Strategies for dealing with the downs together -- Taking care of yourself and your relationship.