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Shena Hayden Shena Hayden i(7251592 works by)
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1 1 y separately published work icon Bipolar Bears Bipolar Bears : A Storybook for Children who have a Mum or Dad with Bipolar Disorder Sue Hueston , Shena Hayden (illustrator), Woden : Sue Hueston , 2011 7251956 2011 single work picture book children's

This beautifully illustrated children´s book, finished in watercolour provides wonderful pictures aimed at children from 5 years old. The book follows the story of Daddy Bear and his family as he has a Bipolar episode. His children are dragged along on his rollercoaster ride where he starts many activities - but before they are finished, he moves onto the next. The story explains what can happen during a manic episode and then how a doctor and rest can help calm Daddy Bear's very busy brain. This story helps children understand the behaviours associated with Bipolar Disorder.

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