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In this Flipswitch interview, I talk to the author of children's book, Bipolar Bears, Sue Hueston. Through the story of a family of polar bears, easy to understand language, and beautiful illustrations, this book helps children with parents who have bipolar disorder make sense of the illness. Sue talks about how a manic episode following the birth of her first child in 2008 inspired her to write Bipolar Bears and helped her come to terms with a sexual assault that happened many years ago. Sue also shares her tools for being happy and successful while living with bipolar disorder. Her story is one of hope over despair! Visit her website here: www.bipolarbears.net.au. Your Thoughts?: Has lack of sleep ever triggered a manic episode for you? Can you use Sue's advice for staying stable (monitoring sleep patterns, exercising regularly, eating healthy)?